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Cheap flights from Nigeria to South Africa from R5 971

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 14/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LOS — JNB
Sep 3 — Sep 101
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Nigeria to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nigeria to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 August 2026.

Tue 18/816:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Fri 18/916:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Deal found 2/8R8 692
Tue 8/916:00 -
1 stop11h 15m
Tue 22/916:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Deal found 30/7R8 742
Tue 25/816:00 -
1 stop11h 15m
Fri 25/916:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Deal found 2/8R8 758
Sun 9/816:00 -
1 stop11h 15m
Sun 23/816:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Deal found 3/8R8 775
Sun 8/1116:00 -
1 stop11h 15m
Sat 14/1116:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Deal found 2/8R8 923
Sun 2/813:30 -
1 stop11h 30m
Sun 23/83:00 -
1 stop10h 30m
Deal found 2/8R9 071
Sat 12/916:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Fri 18/916:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Deal found 30/7R9 187
Sun 16/816:00 -
1 stop11h 15m
Fri 21/816:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Deal found 30/7R9 434
Wed 9/916:00 -
1 stop21h 00m
Wed 16/96:45 -
1 stop9h 00m
Deal found 30/7R9 467
Sun 20/1216:00 -
1 stop11h 15m
Fri 25/1216:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Deal found 30/7R9 533
Sun 9/816:00 -
1 stop12h 45m
Tue 8/915:05 -
1 stop24h 40m
Deal found 1/8R9 566
Tue 1/916:00 -
1 stop12h 45m
Tue 8/96:35 -
1 stop9h 10m
Deal found 1/8R9 583

Find flight deals from Nigeria to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Nigeria to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 4 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 692

One-way from

R5 971

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R10 935

Good round-trip deal

R14 193 or less

Good one-way deal

R9 366 or less
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 18/8-18/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 45m total
  • Nigeria to South Africa
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Uganda Airlines
  • Uganda Airlines
  • 14/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 30m total
  • Nigeria to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R17 371 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 520 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Nigeria to South Africa.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Nigeria to South Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 4 August 2026.
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LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sat 19/9

16:00-14:40

1 stop21h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/9

16:40-14:45

1 stop23h 05m

R8 692

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 16/9

16:00-14:00

1 stop21h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 23/9

6:45-14:45

1 stop9h 00m

R9 979

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 14/9

16:00-14:00

1 stop21h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/9

15:05-14:45

1 stop24h 40m

R10 028

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sat 3/10

16:00-14:05

1 stop21h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/10

15:05-14:45

1 stop24h 40m

R10 061

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 25/10

16:00-8:10

2 stops39h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/10

5:45-14:45

1 stop10h 00m

R11 348

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sat 12/9

16:00-14:40

1 stop21h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

9:30-14:45

2 stops30h 15m

R11 529

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 16/9

12:25-13:35

2 stops24h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 23/9

6:00-21:45

2 stops40h 45m

R11 611

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Fri 30/10

22:40-23:35

2 stops23h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 30/11

12:20-11:30

2 stops48h 10m

R11 727

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 20/12

16:00-5:45

1 stop12h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/12

9:55-14:45

2 stops29h 50m

R11 974

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sat 3/10

16:00-22:50

2 stops29h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/10

9:55-14:45

2 stops29h 50m

R12 667

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Best time to book a flight from Nigeria to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Nigeria with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Nigeria to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nigeria to South Africa?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nigeria to South Africa (average of R9 896). Flying from Nigeria to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 848). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NG to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Nigeria to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 August 2026.

When flying from Nigeria to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from Nigeria to South Africa delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between Nigeria and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 111 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Nigeria to South Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Nigeria to South Africa flights?

Over the past year, South African have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Nigeria to South Africa?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Nigeria to South Africa, you should look to book at least 87 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to South Africa. Reviews last updated 4 August 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with RwandAir,South African, andEthiopian Air from Nigeria to South Africa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
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Crew

8,0

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,9

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

6,8

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,0

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,9

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

6,8

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
South African
7,6
Good
63 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,0

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,9

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

6,8

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 016 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,0

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,9

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

6,8

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
316 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,0

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,9

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

6,8

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Nigeria to South Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Nigeria to South Africa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Nigeria to South Africa in 15h 25m. Fly via TAAG, Kenya Airways, or Ethiopian Air to get the fastest option. There are 4923 km between Nigeria and South Africa. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Nigeria to South Africa one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Uganda Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R5 357. Users have also found prices from R5 782 and R6 313 on TAAG and Air Tanzania, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Nigeria to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Nigeria to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Nigeria to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Nigeria to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Nigeria to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nigeria to South Africa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nigeria to South Africa?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nigeria to South Africa (average of R9 896). Flying from Nigeria to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 848). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Nigeria to South Africa

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Nigeria to South Africa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 4 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR5 682AverageR11 372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR6 471AverageR10 767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR7 025AverageR8 784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR8 126AverageR9 199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 460AverageR14 149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapestR9 824AverageR11 060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR9 837AverageR18 147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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