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Cheap flights from South America to South Africa from R6 606

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 21/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BOG — JNB
févr. 6 — févr. 131
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 7 janvier 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 568

One-way from

R6 606

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R10 677

Good one-way deal

R7 562 or less
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 23/4-28/4
  • Nonstop
  • 19h 00m total
  • South America to South Africa
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LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 21/1
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 55m total
  • South America to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R7 533 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 064 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 7 janvier 2026.

jeu. 23/422:30GRU - JNB
Nonstop8h 30mLATAM Airlines
dim. 10/514:50JNB - GRU
Nonstop10h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/1R8 600
dim. 5/422:30GRU - JNB
Nonstop8h 30mLATAM Airlines
mar. 14/414:50JNB - GRU
Nonstop10h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/1R8 633
jeu. 19/317:45GRU - JNB
Nonstop9h 00mSouth African
lun. 23/315:15JNB - GRU
1 stop30h 20mSouth African
Deal found 6/1R8 666
jeu. 26/222:45GRU - JNB
Nonstop8h 55mLATAM Airlines
ven. 17/414:50JNB - GRU
Nonstop10h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/1R8 715
lun. 2/322:45GRU - JNB
Nonstop8h 55mLATAM Airlines
jeu. 9/414:50JNB - GRU
Nonstop10h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/1R8 731
sam. 7/222:45GRU - JNB
Nonstop8h 55mLATAM Airlines
ven. 13/215:30JNB - GRU
Nonstop9h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/1R8 797
mer. 4/218:05GRU - JNB
1 stop15h 35mTAAG
sam. 14/216:40JNB - GRU
1 stop27h 25mTAAG
Deal found 5/1R8 813
sam. 23/522:30GRU - JNB
Nonstop8h 30mLATAM Airlines
mar. 2/614:50JNB - GRU
Nonstop10h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 5/1R8 846
ven. 22/522:30GRU - JNB
Nonstop8h 30mLATAM Airlines
mar. 2/614:50JNB - GRU
Nonstop10h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/1R8 878
sam. 23/522:30GRU - JNB
Nonstop8h 30mLATAM Airlines
jeu. 4/614:50JNB - GRU
Nonstop10h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/1R8 895
sam. 30/522:30GRU - JNB
Nonstop8h 30mLATAM Airlines
sam. 6/614:50JNB - GRU
Nonstop10h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/1R8 976
mer. 4/219:05GRU - JNB
Nonstop9h 00mSouth African
jeu. 26/211:10JNB - GRU
Nonstop10h 05mSouth African
Deal found 6/1R8 993

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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

lun. 18/5

17:05-7:05

Nonstop9h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 25/5

9:50-15:25

Nonstop10h 35m

R11 347

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

ven. 15/5

17:15-12:00

1 stop13h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dim. 24/5

14:50-23:40

1 stop13h 50m

R12 083

Sao PauloJohannesburg

GRU - JNB

GRUJNB

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

lun. 18/5

17:05-7:05

Nonstop9h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 26/5

8:55-16:45

1 stop12h 50m

R12 165

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

sam. 18/4

19:35-12:00

1 stop11h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 4/5

14:50-16:35

2 stops30h 45m

R12 279

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mar. 21/4

19:55-12:00

2 stops35h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dim. 26/4

14:50-8:55

1 stop23h 05m

R12 328

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

lun. 1/6

13:45-12:00

2 stops17h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sam. 6/6

14:50-16:35

2 stops30h 45m

R12 328

Sao PauloJohannesburg

GRU - JNB

GRUJNB

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

sam. 30/5

18:15-10:20

1 stop11h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sam. 6/6

8:55-16:45

1 stop12h 50m

R12 933

Sao PauloJohannesburg

GRU - JNB

GRUJNB

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

sam. 6/6

18:15-10:20

1 stop11h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 16/6

8:10-16:45

1 stop13h 35m

R12 933

Sao PauloJohannesburg

GRU - JNB

GRUJNB

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

mar. 3/2

1:30-3:55

1 stop21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mer. 18/2

8:20-16:00

1 stop36h 40m

R13 113

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

lun. 27/4

17:05-12:00

1 stop13h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 4/5

14:50-8:55

1 stop23h 05m

R13 440

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South America to South Africa (average of R5 347). Flying from South America to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R8 846). 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 7 janvier 2026.

When flying from South America 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.

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 7 janvier 2026.
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
1 897 reviews
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Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,6

Crew

8,0

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,7

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 897 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 897 reviews
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Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,6

Crew

8,0

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,7

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.
South African
7,3
Good
52 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 897 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,0

Boarding

7,6

Crew

8,0

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,7

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.

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 8h 30m. South America and South Africa are separated by a distance of 7434 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 148. However, be on the lookout for offers from LATAM Airlines and GOL, 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South America to South Africa (average of R5 347). Flying from South America to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R8 846). 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 2 airlines flying from South America to South Africa

Discover the top 2 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 7 janvier 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapestR6 289AverageR19 383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR8 277AverageR8 599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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