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Cheap flights from Nigeria to South Africa from R6 158

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 26/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LOS — JNB
Jan 25 — Feb 11
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 26 December 2025.

Mon 29/1216:50LOS - JNB
1 stop22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/116:40JNB - LOS
1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12R12 965
Mon 29/1216:50LOS - JNB
1 stop22h 00mKenya Airways
Fri 16/11:35JNB - LOS
1 stop10h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 26/12R13 265
Thu 25/1222:00LOS - CPT
1 stop22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/114:20CPT - LOS
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/12R13 931
Fri 26/1222:00LOS - JNB
Nonstop5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/112:50JNB - LOS
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12R14 214
Mon 29/1222:00LOS - JNB
Nonstop5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/11:35JNB - LOS
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12R14 580
Tue 30/1222:00LOS - JNB
Nonstop5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/10:45JNB - LOS
1 stop9h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/12R14 929
Tue 30/1214:45LOS - JNB
1 stop10h 35mRwandAir
Mon 12/116:50JNB - LOS
1 stop21h 25mRwandAir
Deal found 25/12R15 129
Mon 29/1222:00LOS - JNB
Nonstop5h 55mSouth African
Tue 20/115:10JNB - LOS
Nonstop6h 20mSouth African
Deal found 26/12R15 445
Mon 29/1216:50LOS - CPT
2 stops49h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 27/20:30CPT - LOS
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12R15 662
Wed 24/1222:00LOS - CPT
1 stop19h 55mSouth African
Sat 27/1218:10CPT - LOS
1 stop27h 20mSouth African
Deal found 24/12R33 786

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 26 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 071

One-way from

R6 158

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

R11 517

Good round-trip deal

R17 220 or less

Good one-way deal

R10 452 or less
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 24/1-7/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 40m total
  • Nigeria to South Africa
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 26/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 35m total
  • Nigeria to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R15 711 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 231 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 26 December 2025.
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LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 19/2

22:25-13:35

2 stops14h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/3

14:25-21:25

2 stops32h 00m

R9 637

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 9/3

12:30-13:35

2 stops24h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

14:25-21:25

2 stops32h 00m

R9 637

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 1/3

13:45-23:30

1 stop8h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 31/3

15:30-12:10

1 stop21h 40m

R9 903

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 14/1

13:30-14:00

1 stop23h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 24/1

20:25-12:45

2 stops17h 20m

R9 953

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 10/3

13:30-18:55

2 stops28h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/3

17:25-12:00

2 stops43h 35m

R10 036

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 24/3

22:25-22:05

1 stop22h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 31/3

23:30-11:30

1 stop13h 00m

R10 036

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 16/3

1:05-18:55

2 stops16h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/3

17:25-12:00

2 stops43h 35m

R10 036

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sat 28/2

1:05-14:40

1 stop12h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 31/3

11:05-12:10

2 stops26h 05m

R10 053

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 4/5

1:05-14:00

1 stop11h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/5

15:55-11:15

1 stop20h 20m

R10 136

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 4/5

1:05-14:00

1 stop11h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/5

11:05-12:10

2 stops26h 05m

R10 302

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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 710). Flying from Nigeria to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R8 288). 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 26 December 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Nigeria to South Africa at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 18% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Nigeria to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Nigeria to South Africa. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Nigeria to South Africa flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 26 December 2025.
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
37 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Overall

7,7

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
37 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Overall

7,7

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
7,5
Good
50 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Overall

7,7

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
917 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Overall

7,7

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
287 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Overall

7,7

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 11h 55m. Fly via Kenya Airways, TAAG, 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 TAAG. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R4 687. Users have also found prices from R5 380 and R5 455 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 710). Flying from Nigeria to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R8 288). 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 26 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air Côte d’IvoireCheapestR5 112AverageR9 222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR5 734AverageR11 458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR5 794AverageR8 515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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ASKYCheapestR6 979AverageR14 094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR8 171AverageR8 928FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 547AverageR13 366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR9 559AverageR10 865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR9 923AverageR11 098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR9 927AverageR18 016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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