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Cheap flights from Portugal to South Africa from R6 662

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 4/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LIS — JNB
Dec 4 — Dec 111
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 4 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 457

One-way from

R6 662

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R12 486
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 18/11-10/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 35h 35m total
  • Portugal to South Africa
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 4/12
  • 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 (R28 473 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 807 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 November 2025.

Thu 20/118:25LIS - JNB
1 stop12h 50mTAAG
Sun 23/1116:40JNB - LIS
1 stop15h 45mTAAG
Deal found 3/11R11 649
Mon 17/116:20LIS - CPT
1 stop25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1212:30CPT - LIS
1 stop23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11R11 824
Mon 1/1216:05LIS - CPT
2 stops18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1214:35CPT - LIS
2 stops22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11R12 382
Thu 4/1214:10LIS - CPT
1 stop15h 30mLufthansa
Thu 18/129:30CPT - LIS
1 stop16h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 2/11R12 434
Sun 7/1215:55LIS - JNB
1 stop15h 35mLufthansa
Tue 23/1210:10JNB - LIS
1 stop15h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 3/11R12 504
Mon 24/1115:25LIS - JNB
1 stop17h 05mSWISS
Wed 10/1220:15JNB - LIS
1 stop17h 30mSWISS
Deal found 4/11R12 521
Fri 21/1122:35LIS - JNB
1 stop14h 05mTAAG
Sun 23/1116:40JNB - LIS
1 stop15h 45mTAAG
Deal found 3/11R12 591
Tue 11/117:00LIS - CPT
1 stop21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/1112:30CPT - LIS
1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11R12 643
Mon 1/1215:25LIS - JNB
1 stop17h 05mSWISS
Sun 14/1223:35JNB - LIS
1 stop17h 00mSWISS
Deal found 4/11R12 696
Sat 15/116:10LIS - CPT
1 stop25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/128:45CPT - LIS
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11R12 730
Mon 1/1216:05LIS - JNB
2 stops19h 00mEthiopian Air
Mon 8/1214:30JNB - LIS
2 stops23h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/11R12 748
Sun 7/125:55LIS - JNB
1 stop26h 55mTurkish Airlines
Tue 23/1219:10JNB - LIS
1 stop29h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/11R12 765

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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 November 2025.
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

LisbonCape Town

LIS - CPT

LISCPT

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 20/11

21:05-10:00

2 stops58h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/12

12:30-9:40

1 stop23h 10m

R12 887

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

R12 905

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

R12 992

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 16/2

16:05-13:05

2 stops19h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

14:30-8:20

2 stops19h 50m

R13 184

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 1/4

22:30-14:40

1 stop15h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

16:40-7:10

1 stop15h 30m

R13 288

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Tue 18/11

15:25-10:30

1 stop17h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

20:15-12:45

2 stops18h 30m

R13 410

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 6/4

16:05-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

14:30-10:45

2 stops21h 15m

R13 445

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 1/12

9:00-13:05

3 stops26h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/12

23:00-22:10

3 stops25h 10m

R13 480

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 16/2

15:30-22:05

1 stop28h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

19:20-15:10

1 stop21h 50m

R13 620

LisbonCape Town

LIS - CPT

LISCPT

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sat 15/11

6:10-10:00

1 stop25h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/12

12:30-13:25

1 stop26h 55m

R13 864

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portugal to South Africa (average of R9 522). Flying from Portugal to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 545). 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 4 November 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 11% on flights from Portugal to South Africa by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Portugal to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Portugal to South Africa. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Portugal to South Africa flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 November 2025.
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
1 405 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 405 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 405 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 777 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 405 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 038 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 405 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 547 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 405 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

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 12h 50m. TAAG provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 905. Airlines will cover a distance of 8192 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portugal to South Africa (average of R9 522). Flying from Portugal to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 545). 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 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LAMCheapestR8 080AverageR10 541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapestR9 371AverageR15 141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 887AverageR14 973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 065AverageR13 773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR10 132AverageR16 255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 550AverageR12 824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 614AverageR14 757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 619AverageR16 893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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TAAGCheapestR10 911AverageR14 020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 948AverageR14 042FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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