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Cheap flights from South America to South Africa from R6 553

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 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BOG — JNB
Dec 17 — Dec 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South America to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South America to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 17 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 830

One-way from

R6 553

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 649

Good one-way deal

R7 888 or less
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 4/12-19/12
  • Nonstop
  • 18h 45m total
  • South America to South Africa
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LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 3/12
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 55m total
  • South America to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R3 065 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 158 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 South America to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South America to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 November 2025.

Thu 4/1222:45GRU - JNB
Nonstop8h 55mLATAM Airlines
Fri 19/1215:30JNB - GRU
Nonstop9h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 15/11R9 830
Mon 1/1222:45GRU - JNB
Nonstop8h 55mLATAM Airlines
Sun 21/1215:30JNB - GRU
Nonstop9h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/11R10 018
Mon 8/1218:05GRU - JNB
1 stop15h 35mTAAG
Tue 23/1216:40JNB - GRU
1 stop27h 25mTAAG
Deal found 15/11R10 257
Mon 8/1218:05GRU - JNB
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/113:00JNB - GRU
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11R10 786
Mon 8/1218:05GRU - JNB
1 stop15h 35mTAAG
Sun 11/116:40JNB - GRU
1 stop27h 25mTAAG
Deal found 16/11R10 905
Wed 26/1122:45GRU - JNB
Nonstop8h 50mLATAM Airlines
Fri 19/1215:30JNB - GRU
Nonstop9h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 16/11R11 008
Mon 1/1222:45GRU - JNB
Nonstop8h 55mLATAM Airlines
Thu 11/1215:30JNB - GRU
Nonstop9h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 15/11R11 213
Wed 19/1118:05GRU - JNB
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/117:10JNB - GRU
2 stops36h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11R11 417
Wed 10/1218:05GRU - JNB
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/115:15JNB - GRU
2 stops52h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11R11 486
Mon 1/1222:45GRU - CPT
2 stops40h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1218:25CPT - GRU
1 stop30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11R12 032
Sun 16/1118:05GRU - CPT
1 stop14h 55mTAAG
Sun 23/1115:55CPT - GRU
1 stop28h 10mTAAG
Deal found 15/11R12 254
Mon 24/1118:05GRU - CPT
1 stop24h 25mTAAG
Sun 7/1215:55CPT - GRU
1 stop28h 10mTAAG
Deal found 16/11R12 305

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South America 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 17 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South America to South Africa that are best for you.

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South America

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South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Sao PauloJohannesburg

GRU - JNB

GRUJNB

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Wed 3/12

1:30-20:10

1 stop37h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/12

8:20-16:00

1 stop36h 40m

R16 264

Sao PauloCape Town

GRU - CPT

GRUCPT

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 14/4

18:15-6:45

Nonstop7h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/4

12:50-16:45

Nonstop8h 55m

R17 954

Sao PauloCape Town

GRU - CPT

GRUCPT

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sun 30/11

1:30-13:00

1 stop30h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/12

15:25-16:00

1 stop29h 35m

R18 363

Sao PauloJohannesburg

GRU - JNB

GRUJNB

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Wed 3/12

1:30-13:05

1 stop30h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/12

8:20-16:00

1 stop36h 40m

R18 824

Sao PauloCape Town

GRU - CPT

GRUCPT

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Thu 27/11

21:45-18:00

2 stops39h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/12

20:50-7:15

2 stops39h 25m

R19 558

Sao PauloCape Town

GRU - CPT

GRUCPT

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sun 15/3

21:30-16:10

1 stop37h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/3

20:50-7:50

2 stops40h 00m

R19 575

Sao PauloCape Town

GRU - CPT

GRUCPT

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sun 1/3

22:25-16:10

1 stop36h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/3

20:50-7:15

2 stops39h 25m

R19 575

Sao PauloCape Town

GRU - CPT

GRUCPT

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Wed 8/4

22:20-15:20

2 stops36h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/4

20:00-6:45

2 stops39h 45m

R20 411

SantiagoJohannesburg

SCL - JNB

SCLJNB

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 22/1

22:45-18:35

2 stops38h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

19:45-8:50

2 stops42h 05m

R20 701

SantiagoJohannesburg

SCL - JNB

SCLJNB

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 21/1

22:45-18:35

2 stops38h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

19:45-8:50

2 stops42h 05m

R20 701

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Best time to book a flight from South America to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South America to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South America to South Africa?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South America to South Africa (average of R4 727). Flying from South America to South Africa in February is currently the most expensive (average of R9 130). 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 SA to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from South America 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 17 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from South America to South Africa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 15% on airfare.

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 17 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with LATAM Airlines and South African from South America to South Africa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 877 reviews
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Entertainment

7,0

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,0

Food

6,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Juan Carlos,Sept 2025

MVD - SCL

My experience was good but on my way back from LA to Vegas when I was boarding I was pulled to the side and I was asked to show my passport, I ‘am an American Citizen since 2001. I was the only one who was asked, there was no reason for that. Other that it was a good experience.
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 877 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 877 reviews
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Entertainment

7,0

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,0

Food

6,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Juan Carlos,Sept 2025

MVD - SCL

My experience was good but on my way back from LA to Vegas when I was boarding I was pulled to the side and I was asked to show my passport, I ‘am an American Citizen since 2001. I was the only one who was asked, there was no reason for that. Other that it was a good experience.
South African
7,5
Good
46 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 877 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,0

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,0

Food

6,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Juan Carlos,Sept 2025

MVD - SCL

My experience was good but on my way back from LA to Vegas when I was boarding I was pulled to the side and I was asked to show my passport, I ‘am an American Citizen since 2001. I was the only one who was asked, there was no reason for that. Other that it was a good experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South America 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 South America to South Africa?

    Departing from South America to South Africa will take you 7h 30m. South America and South Africa are separated by a distance of 6347 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South America to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is TAAG, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R6 861. However, be on the lookout for offers from LATAM Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from South America to South Africa for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South America to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South America to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South America to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South America to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South America to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South America 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 South America to South Africa?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South America to South Africa (average of R4 727). Flying from South America to South Africa in February is currently the most expensive (average of R9 130). 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 3 airlines flying from South America to South Africa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from South America 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 17 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapestR6 564AverageR21 115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR8 640AverageR8 975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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TAAGCheapestR9 633AverageR12 507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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