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Cheap flights from Portugal to South Africa from R6 123

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 23/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LIS — JNB
Feb 14 — Feb 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 15 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 986

One-way from

R6 123

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 935
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 23/2-8/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 50m total
  • Portugal to South Africa
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23/4
  • 23/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 55m total
  • Portugal to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R25 805 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 007 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 15 January 2026.

Mon 23/215:25
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop17h 05m
SWISS
Sun 8/320:15
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop16h 45m
SWISS
Deal found 13/1R9 986
Mon 16/215:25
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop17h 05m
SWISS
Mon 16/320:15
JNB
-
LIS
2 stops18h 30m
SWISS
Deal found 13/1R10 592
Mon 1/614:30
LIS
-
JNB
2 stops17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/68:45
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1R10 756
Mon 23/28:20
LIS
-
JNB
2 stops20h 45m
Lufthansa
Sun 8/310:10
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop15h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 15/1R10 805
Fri 4/97:40
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Air Europa
Fri 18/93:10
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop17h 05m
Air Europa
Deal found 13/1R10 821
Fri 27/222:35
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop14h 05m
TAAG
Thu 5/30:45
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop20h 50m
TAAG
Deal found 13/1R10 838
Sat 14/28:25
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop12h 50m
TAAG
Sat 21/216:40
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop15h 45m
TAAG
Deal found 14/1R10 985
Mon 9/216:05
LIS
-
JNB
2 stops19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/214:30
JNB
-
LIS
2 stops22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1R11 100
Mon 16/216:05
LIS
-
JNB
2 stops19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/314:30
JNB
-
LIS
2 stops22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1R11 149
Mon 23/222:35
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop14h 05m
TAAG
Sat 7/30:45
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop20h 50m
TAAG
Deal found 15/1R11 198
Fri 23/115:55
LIS
-
CPT
2 stops20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/214:35
CPT
-
LIS
2 stops22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1R11 673
Sun 12/414:55
LIS
-
CPT
2 stops21h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 2/515:25
CPT
-
LIS
2 stops22h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/1R11 935

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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 15 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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Portugal

Fly to

South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 23/2

15:25-10:30

1 stop17h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

20:15-11:00

1 stop16h 45m

R9 986

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 9/2

16:05-13:05

2 stops19h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

14:30-10:45

2 stops22h 15m

R11 100

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 23/2

22:35-14:40

1 stop14h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/3

0:45-19:35

1 stop20h 50m

R11 198

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 18/3

13:15-13:05

2 stops21h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

14:30-10:45

2 stops21h 15m

R11 280

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 11/2

22:35-14:40

1 stop14h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

0:45-19:35

1 stop20h 50m

R11 378

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 16/2

16:05-13:05

2 stops19h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

14:30-10:45

2 stops22h 15m

R11 444

PortoCape Town

OPO - CPT

OPOCPT

Porto

Mon 4/5

19:55-14:35

2 stops17h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

13:50-7:15

2 stops18h 25m

R12 229

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 11/2

22:35-14:40

1 stop14h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

16:40-6:25

1 stop15h 45m

R12 278

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Fri 27/2

6:25-13:05

3 stops28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

14:30-21:00

3 stops32h 30m

R12 344

PortoCape Town

OPO - CPT

OPOCPT

Porto

Mon 4/5

19:55-14:35

2 stops17h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/5

13:50-7:15

2 stops18h 25m

R13 097

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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 334). Flying from Portugal to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of R12 180). 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 15 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
1 440 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

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
1 440 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 440 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 847 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 440 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

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
4 169 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 440 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

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
7 715 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 440 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

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 17h 05m. SWISS provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R9 986. 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 362. 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 334). Flying from Portugal to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of R12 180). 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 15 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR9 418AverageR15 706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 449AverageR13 130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR9 843AverageR14 466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 904AverageR12 091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR9 969AverageR16 058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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TAAGCheapestR10 075AverageR13 231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 160AverageR12 552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 164AverageR14 504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 177AverageR14 453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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IberiaCheapestR10 739AverageR11 428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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