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Cheap flights from Portugal to South Africa from R6 376

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
Mar 6 — Mar 131
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 February 2026.

Fri 24/77:40
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Air Europa
Wed 12/83:10
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop13h 05m
Air Europa
Deal found 2/2R11 026
Thu 23/720:05
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Air Europa
Fri 14/83:10
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop17h 05m
Air Europa
Deal found 2/2R11 202
Mon 9/1123:00
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop13h 40m
TAAG
Thu 12/110:45
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop21h 50m
TAAG
Deal found 3/2R11 282
Mon 2/316:05
LIS
-
JNB
2 stops19h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 30/314:30
JNB
-
LIS
2 stops21h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2R11 330
Mon 9/316:05
LIS
-
JNB
2 stops19h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 24/314:30
JNB
-
LIS
2 stops19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/2R11 425
Thu 19/316:05
LIS
-
JNB
2 stops19h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 23/314:30
JNB
-
LIS
2 stops22h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/2R11 585
Thu 19/38:25
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop12h 50m
TAAG
Mon 23/316:40
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop15h 45m
TAAG
Deal found 3/2R11 713
Fri 20/222:35
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop14h 05m
TAAG
Mon 2/316:40
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop15h 45m
TAAG
Deal found 3/2R11 953
Fri 20/38:15
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 27/39:50
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop23h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/2R12 049
Sat 7/316:05
LIS
-
JNB
2 stops19h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 14/314:30
JNB
-
LIS
2 stops19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2R12 097
Mon 9/314:20
LIS
-
JNB
2 stops42h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/310:10
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop15h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2R12 224
Mon 2/316:05
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop16h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 30/318:00
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop16h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/2R12 288

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 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 690

One-way from

R6 376

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R11 473
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 23/2-8/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 39h 05m 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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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R23 516 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 601 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 4 February 2026.
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LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 27/7

7:40-1:10

1 stop16h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

3:10-19:15

1 stop17h 05m

R11 026

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Fri 24/7

7:40-1:10

1 stop16h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/8

3:10-19:15

1 stop17h 05m

R11 026

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 23/7

16:05-1:10

1 stop32h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/8

3:10-15:15

1 stop13h 05m

R11 202

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sun 26/7

20:05-1:10

1 stop28h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/8

3:10-19:15

1 stop17h 05m

R11 202

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Tue 28/7

16:05-1:10

1 stop32h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/8

3:10-19:15

1 stop17h 05m

R11 202

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Tue 28/7

20:05-1:10

1 stop28h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

3:10-15:15

1 stop13h 05m

R11 202

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sun 26/7

16:05-1:10

1 stop32h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

3:10-19:15

1 stop17h 05m

R11 202

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 23/7

20:05-1:10

1 stop28h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

3:10-19:15

1 stop17h 05m

R11 202

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 19/3

16:05-13:05

2 stops19h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

14:30-10:45

2 stops22h 15m

R11 585

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 19/3

8:25-23:15

1 stop12h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

16:40-6:25

1 stop15h 45m

R11 713

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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 239). Flying from Portugal to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 425). 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 February 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
1 448 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

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
1 448 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 448 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

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
1 448 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

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
4 210 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 448 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

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
7 759 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 448 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

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 14h 05m. Air Europa provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R13 535. Airlines will cover a distance of 8575 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 210. 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 239). Flying from Portugal to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 425). 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 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR9 607AverageR14 011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 667AverageR11 801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 793AverageR12 704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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TAAGCheapestR9 841AverageR12 946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 917AverageR12 252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 921AverageR14 083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 933AverageR13 867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR10 184AverageR15 470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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CondorCheapestR10 603AverageR18 896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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IberiaCheapestR10 609AverageR11 155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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