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Cheap flights from Portugal to South Africa from R6 044

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 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LIS — JNB
Feb 28 — Mar 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Portugal to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portugal to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 January 2026.

Fri 30/108:00
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop16h 15m
Air Europa
Wed 4/114:15
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop17h 00m
Air Europa
Deal found 28/1R11 009
Sun 1/1120:05
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Air Europa
Mon 9/114:15
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop13h 00m
Air Europa
Deal found 28/1R11 200
Thu 5/28:25
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop12h 50m
TAAG
Sun 8/216:40
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop15h 45m
TAAG
Deal found 28/1R11 342
Mon 2/314:20
LIS
-
JNB
2 stops42h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/310:10
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop15h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1R11 358
Wed 11/222:35
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop14h 05m
TAAG
Sun 15/216:40
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop15h 45m
TAAG
Deal found 27/1R11 438
Mon 2/322:35
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop14h 05m
TAAG
Tue 17/316:40
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop15h 45m
TAAG
Deal found 27/1R11 453
Sat 28/216:05
LIS
-
JNB
2 stops19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/314:30
JNB
-
LIS
2 stops22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1R11 755
Sun 15/322:35
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop14h 05m
TAAG
Sat 21/30:45
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop20h 50m
TAAG
Deal found 28/1R11 802
Mon 2/26:05
LIS
-
JNB
2 stops28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/223:59
JNB
-
LIS
2 stops22h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1R11 929
Tue 24/213:10
LIS
-
CPT
2 stops22h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 3/313:50
CPT
-
LIS
2 stops23h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/1R11 977
Thu 26/1114:10
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop15h 30m
Lufthansa
Mon 14/129:30
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop16h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 27/1R12 104
Mon 4/515:50
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop28h 05m
SWISS
Tue 19/522:25
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop17h 20m
SWISS
Deal found 28/1R12 326

Find flight deals from Portugal to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Portugal to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 29 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 326

One-way from

R6 044

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 786
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 24/2-11/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 15m total
  • Portugal to South Africa
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 5/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 50m total
  • Portugal to South Africa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 614 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Portugal 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 29 January 2026.
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LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 5/2

8:25-23:15

1 stop12h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

16:40-6:25

1 stop15h 45m

R11 342

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 11/2

22:35-14:40

1 stop14h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

16:40-6:25

1 stop15h 45m

R11 438

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 2/3

14:20-10:30

2 stops42h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

10:10-23:30

1 stop15h 20m

R11 485

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 2/3

22:35-14:40

1 stop14h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

16:40-6:25

1 stop15h 45m

R11 501

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sun 15/3

22:35-14:40

1 stop14h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/3

0:45-19:35

1 stop20h 50m

R11 802

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 11/2

5:00-22:05

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

23:59-10:35

1 stop36h 36m

R12 120

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 11/2

12:45-13:05

2 stops22h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

14:30-10:45

2 stops22h 15m

R12 135

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 6/4

23:00-14:40

1 stop14h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

16:40-7:10

1 stop15h 30m

R12 151

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 2/2

15:30-22:05

1 stop28h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

23:59-14:35

1 stop16h 36m

R12 231

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 2/2

11:25-22:05

1 stop32h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

19:20-17:30

1 stop24h 10m

R12 231

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Best time to book a flight from Portugal to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Portugal to South Africa

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portugal to South Africa (average of R7 139). Flying from Portugal to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 644). 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.

How often are flights from Portugal to South Africa delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between Portugal and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 173 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon 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?

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

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

Over the past year, TAP AIR PORTUGAL have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% 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 29 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, SWISS, andTurkish Airlines from Portugal to South Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
SWISS
7,6
Good
1 864 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 208 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 756 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Portugal 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 Portugal to South Africa?

    A quick flight from Portugal to South Africa can take about 12h 50m. TAAG provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 342. Airlines will cover a distance of 8192 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is TAAG, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R6 165. However, be on the lookout for offers from Kenya Airways and KLM, as they are both options that can get you from Portugal to South Africa for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portugal 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 Portugal to South Africa?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portugal to South Africa (average of R7 139). Flying from Portugal to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 644). 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 Portugal to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Portugal 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 29 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapestR9 156AverageR12 611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR9 537AverageR13 909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 597AverageR11 715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR9 659AverageR15 298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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TAAGCheapestR9 762AverageR12 836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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KLMCheapestR9 832AverageR15 275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 844AverageR12 162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 849AverageR13 793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 861AverageR13 931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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CondorCheapestR10 526AverageR18 759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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