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Cheap flights from Portugal to South Africa from R7 118

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 21/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LIS — JNB
May 5 — May 121
1 adult

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 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 956

One-way from

R7 118

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R14 088
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 29/5-16/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 40m total
  • Portugal to South Africa
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 21/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 55m total
  • Portugal to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R30 707 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 864 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 30 April 2025.

Thu 29/59:10LIS - JNB
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Mon 16/69:50JNB - LIS
1 stop22h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 29/4R11 956
Sat 31/59:20LIS - JNB
1 stop12h 55mTAAG
Tue 24/616:40JNB - LIS
1 stop15h 30mTAAG
Deal found 29/4R12 178
Thu 5/614:30LIS - JNB
2 stops17h 50mSWISS
Wed 18/619:35JNB - LIS
1 stop28h 45mSWISS
Deal found 29/4R12 234
Fri 6/69:40LIS - CPT
1 stop12h 50mTAAG
Fri 13/60:30CPT - LIS
1 stop21h 05mTAAG
Deal found 29/4R13 439
Wed 28/521:10LIS - JNB
2 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 19/60:45JNB - LIS
1 stop20h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4R13 828
Mon 19/520:45LIS - CPT
2 stops37h 05mIberia
Mon 2/613:00CPT - LIS
2 stops35h 25mIberia
Deal found 29/4R14 088
Tue 3/65:05LIS - JNB
1 stop26h 30mLufthansa
Wed 18/619:00JNB - LIS
1 stop29h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 29/4R14 143
Fri 6/69:40LIS - CPT
1 stop12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 14/619:50CPT - LIS
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4R14 718
Thu 4/95:00LIS - JNB
2 stops28h 55mKenya Airways
Thu 18/917:00JNB - LIS
2 stops30h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 29/4R14 792
Thu 29/512:05LIS - JNB
2 stops19h 30mBrussels Airlines
Thu 19/619:00JNB - LIS
2 stops49h 00mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 29/4R15 126
Sat 24/516:05LIS - JNB
3 stops20h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 8/614:30JNB - LIS
3 stops21h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/4R15 459
Thu 4/95:55LIS - JNB
1 stop27h 40mTurkish Airlines
Thu 18/917:50JNB - LIS
1 stop16h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 29/4R15 571

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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 30 April 2025.
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

Thu 29/5

9:10-8:20

1 stop22h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/6

9:50-7:20

1 stop22h 30m

R11 956

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sat 31/5

9:20-23:15

1 stop12h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/6

16:40-7:10

1 stop15h 30m

R12 178

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 5/6

14:30-9:20

2 stops17h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/6

19:35-23:20

1 stop28h 45m

R12 234

LisbonCape Town

LIS - CPT

LISCPT

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Fri 6/6

9:40-23:30

1 stop12h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/6

0:30-20:35

1 stop21h 05m

R13 439

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 28/5

21:10-8:20

2 stops34h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/6

0:45-20:35

1 stop20h 50m

R13 828

LisbonCape Town

LIS - CPT

LISCPT

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 19/5

20:45-10:50

2 stops37h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/6

13:00-23:25

2 stops35h 25m

R14 088

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Tue 3/6

5:05-8:35

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/6

19:00-23:30

1 stop29h 30m

R14 143

LisbonCape Town

LIS - CPT

LISCPT

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sat 14/6

9:20-8:15

2 stops21h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/6

0:30-20:35

1 stop21h 05m

R14 347

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 4/9

5:00-10:55

2 stops28h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/9

17:00-22:50

2 stops30h 50m

R14 792

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 29/5

12:05-8:35

2 stops19h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/6

19:00-19:00

2 stops49h 00m

R15 126

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 29/4

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portugal to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Portugal to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PT to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Portugal to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 April 2025.

When flying from Portugal to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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 30 April 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM and SWISS 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.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 215 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 215 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 215 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 334 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 215 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 588 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 215 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 446 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 215 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 203 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 215 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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.

  • 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 R7 118. However, be on the lookout for offers from Kenya Airways and Turkish Airlines, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portugal to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Portugal to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 30 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR9 961AverageR16 673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 476AverageR16 725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR10 663AverageR16 583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 844AverageR17 770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LAMCheapestR10 901AverageR12 572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 214AverageR12 063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 282AverageR16 035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR11 287AverageR19 339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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TAAGCheapestR11 605AverageR15 275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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IberiaCheapestR12 145AverageR13 853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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