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Cheap flights from Portugal to South Africa from R6 388

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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LIS — JNB
Mar 28 — Apr 41
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 26 February 2026.

Mon 22/65:05
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
Lufthansa
Sat 4/78:45
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop15h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 25/2R10 662
Mon 16/316:05
LIS
-
JNB
2 stops19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 30/314:30
JNB
-
LIS
2 stops21h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2R10 678
Sun 21/65:05
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
Lufthansa
Sat 4/78:45
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop15h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 25/2R10 726
Thu 9/49:10
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop13h 05m
TAAG
Wed 22/416:40
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop15h 30m
TAAG
Deal found 24/2R10 869
Thu 9/416:05
LIS
-
JNB
2 stops20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 22/414:30
JNB
-
LIS
2 stops21h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2R10 885
Mon 13/414:30
LIS
-
JNB
2 stops17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/48:45
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2R10 901
Mon 23/316:05
LIS
-
JNB
2 stops19h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 30/314:30
JNB
-
LIS
2 stops21h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/2R10 932
Tue 16/616:30
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
British Airways
Tue 15/921:15
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop19h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 25/2R10 948
Thu 9/416:05
LIS
-
JNB
2 stops20h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 22/414:30
JNB
-
LIS
2 stops21h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/2R10 964
Mon 9/318:00
OPO
-
CPT
2 stops17h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 16/314:35
CPT
-
OPO
2 stops18h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/2R11 552
Thu 9/48:40
OPO
-
CPT
1 stop21h 45m
SWISS
Fri 24/49:10
CPT
-
OPO
1 stop23h 45m
SWISS
Deal found 25/2R11 600
Mon 16/318:00
OPO
-
CPT
2 stops18h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 30/313:50
CPT
-
OPO
2 stops18h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/2R11 775

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 26 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 662

One-way from

R6 388

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R11 854
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 22/6-4/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 30m total
  • Portugal to South Africa
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 12/3
  • 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 (R22 834 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 401 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 26 February 2026.
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LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sun 12/4

15:35-21:20

1 stop28h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

23:15-22:50

1 stop24h 35m

R11 759

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 9/4

16:05-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

14:30-11:45

2 stops22h 15m

R12 363

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 23/3

5:00-22:05

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

18:00-8:50

1 stop15h 50m

R12 426

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 9/4

10:50-9:40

2 stops21h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

18:00-23:45

1 stop30h 45m

R12 569

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 20/4

15:35-11:05

2 stops18h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

23:15-22:50

1 stop24h 35m

R12 617

LisbonCape Town

LIS - CPT

LISCPT

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Tue 10/3

8:25-23:30

1 stop13h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/4

0:30-20:35

1 stop21h 05m

R12 808

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 24/6

16:25-9:25

1 stop16h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/7

21:15-15:35

1 stop19h 20m

R12 903

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 13/5

15:15-9:25

1 stop17h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

19:25-23:05

1 stop28h 40m

R12 903

LisbonCape Town

LIS - CPT

LISCPT

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sun 19/4

9:00-23:30

1 stop13h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/4

9:00-20:35

2 stops36h 35m

R13 046

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Fri 10/4

16:45-10:30

1 stop16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

13:30-15:35

2 stops27h 05m

R13 237

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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 198). Flying from Portugal to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 346). 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 26 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
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
SWISS
7,6
Good
1 880 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 237 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 810 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 460 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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 16h 35m. KLM provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 902. 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 175. However, be on the lookout for offers from Kenya Airways and Qatar Airways, 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 198). Flying from Portugal to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 346). 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 26 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IberiaCheapestR7 680AverageR11 093FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR9 553AverageR13 932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 613AverageR11 735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 738AverageR12 632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 861AverageR12 150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 866AverageR13 830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 037AverageR13 938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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TAAGCheapestR10 183AverageR12 919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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CondorCheapestR10 551AverageR18 640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR10 871AverageR15 446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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