How long is the flight from Nigeria to South Africa?

There are many flights that can get you from Nigeria to South Africa in 12h 40m. Fly via TAAG, Ethiopian Air, or RwandAir to get the fastest option. There are 4785 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 Air Tanzania. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R4 118. Users have also found prices from R5 467 and R5 861 on Uganda Airlines and TAAG, respectively.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nigeria to South Africa (average of R9 734). Flying from Nigeria to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R12 852). 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?

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 112 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 77 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 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.

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

RwandAir

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

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

Ethiopian Air

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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

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RwandAir

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42 reviews

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KGL - NBO

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

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How long is the flight from Nigeria to South Africa?
There are many flights that can get you from Nigeria to South Africa in 12h 40m. Fly via TAAG, Ethiopian Air, or RwandAir to get the fastest option. There are 4785 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 Air Tanzania. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R4 118. Users have also found prices from R5 467 and R5 861 on Uganda Airlines and TAAG, 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nigeria to South Africa (average of R9 734). Flying from Nigeria to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R12 852). 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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Ethiopian Air	CheapestR6 291	AverageR14 876	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
TAAG	CheapestR8 188	AverageR9 296	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time58%	Search TAAG flights
Uganda Airlines	CheapestR8 249	AverageR8 906	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Uganda Airlines flights
RwandAir	CheapestR9 776	AverageR11 407	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search RwandAir flights
Kenya Airways	CheapestR9 837	AverageR11 833	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights
South African	CheapestR9 863	AverageR19 081	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search South African flights

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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 14 October 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 112 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 77 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 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.

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Direct flights from Nigeria to South Africa
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Last-minute flights from Nigeria to South Africa
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One-way flights from Nigeria to South Africa
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