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Cheap flights from Nigeria to South Africa from R6 089

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 18/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LOS — JNB
Aug 25 — Sep 11
1 adult

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 20 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 142

One-way from

R6 089

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

R11 348

Good round-trip deal

R17 990 or less

Good one-way deal

R10 454 or less
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 2/11-14/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 30m total
  • Nigeria to South Africa
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Uganda Airlines
  • Uganda Airlines
  • 18/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 15h 15m total
  • Nigeria to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R12 166 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 264 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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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 20 August 2025.

Sun 2/1113:45LOS - JNB
1 stop23h 55mTAAG
Fri 14/1116:40JNB - LOS
1 stop18h 35mTAAG
Deal found 17/8R9 142
Mon 8/91:05LOS - JNB
1 stop12h 35mTAAG
Tue 16/916:40JNB - LOS
1 stop20h 20mTAAG
Deal found 19/8R9 248
Wed 27/813:30LOS - JNB
1 stop24h 10mTAAG
Tue 9/916:40JNB - LOS
1 stop20h 20mTAAG
Deal found 17/8R9 283
Wed 3/913:30LOS - JNB
1 stop24h 10mTAAG
Fri 3/1016:40JNB - LOS
1 stop18h 35mTAAG
Deal found 17/8R9 371
Sat 4/101:05LOS - JNB
1 stop12h 35mTAAG
Sat 1/1116:40JNB - LOS
1 stop21h 05mTAAG
Deal found 18/8R9 407
Wed 15/1013:30LOS - CPT
1 stop9h 00mTAAG
Tue 21/1015:30CPT - LOS
1 stop21h 30mTAAG
Deal found 19/8R9 707
Sat 6/911:15LOS - JNB
1 stop26h 25mTAAG
Sat 13/916:40JNB - LOS
1 stop21h 05mTAAG
Deal found 18/8R10 024
Sat 27/91:05LOS - JNB
1 stop12h 35mTAAG
Sat 18/1016:40JNB - LOS
1 stop21h 05mTAAG
Deal found 19/8R10 113
Thu 28/85:40LOS - CPT
1 stop31h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 13/913:50CPT - LOS
1 stop23h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/8R10 113
Sun 28/95:40LOS - CPT
1 stop31h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 4/1015:25CPT - LOS
1 stop12h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/8R10 201
Sat 27/911:15LOS - CPT
1 stop25h 45mTAAG
Tue 21/1015:30CPT - LOS
1 stop21h 30mTAAG
Deal found 18/8R10 307
Tue 2/95:40LOS - CPT
1 stop31h 05mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/914:35CPT - LOS
1 stop30h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/8R10 342

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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 20 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nigeria to South Africa that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Return

Price

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 2/11

13:45-14:40

1 stop23h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/11

16:40-10:15

1 stop18h 35m

R9 142

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 8/9

1:05-14:40

1 stop12h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/9

16:40-12:00

1 stop20h 20m

R9 248

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sat 8/11

1:05-14:40

1 stop12h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/11

16:40-10:15

1 stop18h 35m

R9 371

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 3/9

13:30-14:40

1 stop24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/10

16:40-10:15

1 stop18h 35m

R9 371

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 20/10

1:05-14:40

1 stop12h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/11

16:40-12:00

1 stop20h 20m

R9 371

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 10/9

13:30-14:40

1 stop24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

16:40-12:45

1 stop21h 05m

R9 371

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 12/11

13:30-14:40

1 stop24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/11

16:40-12:00

1 stop20h 20m

R9 371

LagosJohannesburg

LOS - JNB

LOSJNB

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sat 22/11

11:15-14:40

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

16:40-10:15

1 stop18h 35m

R9 371

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 15/10

13:30-23:30

1 stop9h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/10

15:30-12:00

1 stop21h 30m

R9 707

LagosCape Town

LOS - CPT

LOSCPT

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 28/9

22:00-13:45

1 stop14h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 8/10

14:35-3:15

1 stop13h 40m

R10 201

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Best time to book a flight from Nigeria to South Africa

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nigeria to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Nigeria to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 20 August 2025.

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.

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 20 August 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
7,6
Good
36 reviews
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Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,8

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,2

Overall

7,6

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Bob,Dec 2023

EBB - KGL

Overall it was a good,given that it is a short flight one can’t easily find fault.
RwandAir
7,6
Good
36 reviews
RwandAir
7,6
Good
36 reviews
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Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,8

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,2

Overall

7,6

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Bob,Dec 2023

EBB - KGL

Overall it was a good,given that it is a short flight one can’t easily find fault.
South African
7,6
Good
43 reviews
RwandAir
7,6
Good
36 reviews
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Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,8

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,2

Overall

7,6

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Bob,Dec 2023

EBB - KGL

Overall it was a good,given that it is a short flight one can’t easily find fault.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
836 reviews
RwandAir
7,6
Good
36 reviews
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Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,8

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,2

Overall

7,6

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Bob,Dec 2023

EBB - KGL

Overall it was a good,given that it is a short flight one can’t easily find fault.
Kenya Airways
6,9
Okay
278 reviews
RwandAir
7,6
Good
36 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,8

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,2

Overall

7,6

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Bob,Dec 2023

EBB - KGL

Overall it was a good,given that it is a short flight one can’t easily find fault.

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 14h 45m. Fly via TAAG, Ethiopian Air, or Qatar Airways 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 Uganda Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R6 089. Users have also found prices from R6 495 and R11 348 on TAAG and Qatar Airways, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nigeria to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Nigeria to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 10 airlines flying from Nigeria to South Africa

Discover the top 10 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 20 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air Côte d’IvoireCheapestR5 909AverageR9 935FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR5 990AverageR9 283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 080AverageR12 279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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ASKYCheapestR7 646AverageR14 802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR8 696AverageR9 746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air PeaceCheapestR9 314AverageR11 827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR11 080AverageR20 322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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RwandAirCheapestR11 095AverageR14 161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 120AverageR14 029FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EgyptairCheapestR12 007AverageR14 439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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