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Cheap flights from Portugal to South Africa from R7 351

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 22/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LIS — JNB
Feb 3 — Feb 101
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 4 January 2026.

Mon 9/36:10LIS - JNB
1 stop22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/320:15JNB - LIS
1 stop20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/1R9 856
Mon 16/215:25LIS - JNB
1 stop17h 05mSWISS
Wed 4/320:15JNB - LIS
1 stop20h 20mSWISS
Deal found 3/1R10 104
Thu 12/28:25LIS - JNB
1 stop12h 50mTAAG
Thu 26/20:45JNB - LIS
1 stop20h 50mTAAG
Deal found 2/1R10 120
Mon 9/314:20LIS - JNB
2 stops18h 10mSWISS
Mon 23/320:15JNB - LIS
1 stop20h 20mSWISS
Deal found 3/1R10 334
Thu 5/315:25LIS - JNB
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/310:10JNB - LIS
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1R10 351
Thu 5/28:25LIS - JNB
1 stop12h 50mTAAG
Thu 19/20:45JNB - LIS
1 stop20h 50mTAAG
Deal found 1/1R10 615
Thu 5/312:35LIS - JNB
1 stop19h 55mSWISS
Tue 17/320:15JNB - LIS
2 stops18h 30mSWISS
Deal found 4/1R10 664
Mon 2/26:10LIS - JNB
1 stop22h 55mLufthansa
Mon 16/219:45JNB - LIS
1 stop21h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 3/1R11 093
Mon 19/115:25LIS - JNB
1 stop17h 05mSWISS
Wed 4/220:15JNB - LIS
1 stop17h 30mSWISS
Deal found 3/1R11 109
Mon 16/216:05LIS - JNB
2 stops19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/314:30JNB - LIS
2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/1R11 224
Thu 7/518:00OPO - CPT
1 stop26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/523:30CPT - OPO
1 stop37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1R12 098
Sat 28/221:05LIS - CPT
2 stops58h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/30:30CPT - LIS
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/1R12 213

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 4 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 856

One-way from

R7 351

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R11 653
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 9/3-23/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 15m total
  • Portugal to South Africa
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 22/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 50m total
  • Portugal to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R26 770 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 052 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 4 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portugal to South Africa that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Depart

Return

Price

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 16/2

15:25-10:30

1 stop17h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

20:15-14:35

1 stop20h 20m

R10 104

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 5/3

15:25-10:30

1 stop17h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

10:10-23:30

1 stop15h 20m

R10 351

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 5/3

15:25-10:30

1 stop17h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

20:15-12:45

2 stops18h 30m

R10 664

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 2/2

6:10-7:05

1 stop22h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

19:45-14:50

1 stop21h 05m

R11 093

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 19/1

15:25-10:30

1 stop17h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

20:15-11:45

1 stop17h 30m

R11 109

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 16/2

16:05-13:05

2 stops19h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

14:30-10:45

2 stops22h 15m

R11 224

LisbonCape Town

LIS - CPT

LISCPT

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Fri 13/3

19:55-10:00

1 stop36h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/3

0:30-19:35

1 stop21h 05m

R12 559

LisbonCape Town

LIS - CPT

LISCPT

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 22/1

8:25-8:20

2 stops21h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/2

0:30-19:35

1 stop21h 05m

R12 790

LisbonCape Town

LIS - CPT

LISCPT

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 2/2

12:35-13:00

2 stops22h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

14:35-10:45

2 stops22h 10m

R13 169

PortoCape Town

OPO - CPT

OPOCPT

Porto

Mon 2/2

18:00-13:00

2 stops17h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

14:35-6:50

2 stops18h 15m

R13 318

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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 335). Flying from Portugal to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of R12 246). 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 4 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
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 837 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 148 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 681 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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 17h 05m. SWISS provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R10 104. 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 406. 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 335). Flying from Portugal to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of R12 246). 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 4 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR9 481AverageR15 569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 513AverageR13 219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR9 909AverageR14 498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 971AverageR12 172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 036AverageR15 697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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TAAGCheapestR10 143AverageR13 305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 151AverageR14 555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 157AverageR14 452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 229AverageR12 637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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IberiaCheapestR10 812AverageR11 506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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