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Cheap flights from Nigeria to South Africa from R6 106

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 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LOS — JNB
Feb 12 — Feb 191
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 13 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 109

One-way from

R6 106

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

R12 244

Good round-trip deal

R11 081 or less

Good one-way deal

R8 644 or less
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 16/2-27/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 10m total
  • Nigeria to South Africa
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 22/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 55m total
  • Nigeria to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R17 251 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 527 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 13 January 2026.

Sat 14/212:15
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop10h 00m
TAAG
Sat 28/20:45
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop13h 00m
TAAG
Deal found 12/1R9 109
Mon 16/21:05
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop12h 35m
TAAG
Mon 2/316:40
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop20h 20m
TAAG
Deal found 12/1R9 126
Sat 14/21:05
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop12h 35m
TAAG
Fri 27/216:40
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop19h 35m
TAAG
Deal found 12/1R9 142
Sun 15/313:45
LOS
-
CPT
1 stop8h 45m
TAAG
Mon 30/315:30
CPT
-
LOS
1 stop9h 35m
TAAG
Deal found 11/1R9 306
Sat 14/212:15
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop10h 00m
TAAG
Fri 27/216:40
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop19h 35m
TAAG
Deal found 12/1R9 471
Sat 14/21:05
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop12h 35m
TAAG
Sat 21/20:45
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop13h 00m
TAAG
Deal found 12/1R9 520
Tue 3/313:30
LOS
-
CPT
1 stop9h 00m
TAAG
Tue 10/315:30
CPT
-
LOS
1 stop21h 40m
TAAG
Deal found 10/1R9 618
Thu 26/218:15
LOS
-
JNB
2 stops16h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/20:45
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1R9 635
Sat 7/31:05
LOS
-
CPT
1 stop12h 35m
TAAG
Sat 14/315:30
CPT
-
LOS
1 stop9h 35m
TAAG
Deal found 12/1R9 668
Thu 1/1018:15
LOS
-
JNB
2 stops16h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/1016:40
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1R9 684
Mon 16/21:05
LOS
-
CPT
2 stops16h 50m
TAAG
Fri 20/20:30
CPT
-
LOS
1 stop11h 45m
TAAG
Deal found 12/1R9 684
Mon 2/21:05
LOS
-
CPT
1 stop21h 25m
TAAG
Sun 15/20:30
CPT
-
LOS
1 stop24h 35m
TAAG
Deal found 12/1R9 700

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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 13 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nigeria to South Africa that are best for you.

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Price

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 15/3

13:45-23:30

1 stop8h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 30/3

15:30-0:05

1 stop9h 35m

R9 306

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 3/3

13:30-23:30

1 stop9h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

15:30-12:10

1 stop21h 40m

R9 684

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 16/2

1:05-18:55

2 stops16h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/2

0:30-11:15

1 stop11h 45m

R9 684

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 2/2

1:05-23:30

1 stop21h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/2

0:30-0:05

1 stop24h 35m

R9 700

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 16/2

1:05-23:30

1 stop21h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/2

20:25-12:00

2 stops40h 35m

R9 864

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 18/5

1:05-14:00

1 stop11h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 23/5

15:30-0:05

1 stop9h 35m

R9 963

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 28/1

13:30-14:00

1 stop23h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/2

0:30-11:15

1 stop11h 45m

R9 996

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 19/5

13:40-13:00

1 stop22h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 24/5

15:25-12:25

1 stop22h 00m

R10 111

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 24/5

13:45-18:55

2 stops28h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 30/5

15:30-0:05

1 stop9h 35m

R10 160

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 17/2

13:30-18:55

2 stops28h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/3

0:30-0:05

1 stop24h 35m

R10 160

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nigeria to South Africa (average of R4 645). Flying from Nigeria to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R8 174). 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 13 January 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 15% of weekly flights between Nigeria and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 141 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 in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

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

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday 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.

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 13 January 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
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,0

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,7

Food

7,3

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
7,7
Good
40 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,0

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,7

Food

7,3

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
7,3
Good
52 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,0

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,7

Food

7,3

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
944 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,0

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,7

Food

7,3

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
6,8
Okay
290 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,0

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,7

Food

7,3

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 8h 45m. Fly via TAAG, Uganda Airlines, or Ethiopian Air 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 TAAG. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R4 622. Users have also found prices from R5 305 and R5 370 on Uganda Airlines and Air Côte d’Ivoire, 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nigeria to South Africa (average of R4 645). Flying from Nigeria to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R8 174). 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 9 airlines flying from Nigeria to South Africa

Discover the top 9 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 13 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air Côte d’IvoireCheapestR5 495AverageR9 134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR5 655AverageR11 305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR5 714AverageR8 379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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ASKYCheapestR6 882AverageR12 716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR8 043AverageR8 804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 415AverageR13 094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR9 427AverageR10 715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR9 784AverageR10 930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR9 789AverageR17 679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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