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Cheap flights from South America to South Africa from R7 218

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 4/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BOG — JNB
tammi 11 — tammi 181
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 12 joulukuu 2025.

to 11/1222:45GRU - JNB
Nonstop8h 55mLATAM Airlines
to 25/1215:30JNB - GRU
Nonstop9h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 10/12R10 311
to 11/1222:45GRU - JNB
Nonstop8h 55mLATAM Airlines
pe 26/1215:30JNB - GRU
Nonstop9h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 10/12R10 328
ke 10/1218:05GRU - JNB
1 stop15h 35mTAAG
to 11/1216:40JNB - GRU
1 stop27h 25mTAAG
Deal found 9/12R10 818
to 11/1222:45GRU - JNB
Nonstop8h 55mLATAM Airlines
ti 23/1215:30JNB - GRU
Nonstop9h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 10/12R10 869
ke 31/1218:05GRU - JNB
1 stop24h 10mTAAG
la 28/216:40JNB - GRU
2 stops51h 25mTAAG
Deal found 12/12R11 173
ke 10/1218:05GRU - JNB
1 stop24h 10mTAAG
ke 24/1216:40JNB - GRU
2 stops51h 25mTAAG
Deal found 10/12R11 274
ke 24/1218:05GRU - JNB
1 stop15h 35mTAAG
ti 13/116:40JNB - GRU
1 stop27h 25mTAAG
Deal found 11/12R11 967
ke 24/1218:05GRU - JNB
1 stop24h 10mTAAG
su 11/116:40JNB - GRU
1 stop27h 25mTAAG
Deal found 11/12R12 289
to 11/1222:45GRU - JNB
Nonstop8h 55mLATAM Airlines
to 18/1215:30JNB - GRU
Nonstop9h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 10/12R13 184
ke 10/1219:05GRU - JNB
Nonstop9h 00mGOL
ke 24/1211:30JNB - GRU
Nonstop10h 35mGOL
Deal found 10/12R13 269
ke 24/1218:05GRU - JNB
1 stop24h 10mTAAG
ma 12/116:40JNB - GRU
2 stops51h 25mTAAG
Deal found 11/12R13 455
ke 24/1218:05GRU - CPT
2 stops19h 50mTAAG
ti 30/120:30CPT - GRU
1 stop19h 35mTAAG
Deal found 10/12R13 556

Find 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 12 joulukuu 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 804

One-way from

R7 218

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R12 204

Good round-trip deal

R10 544 or less

Good one-way deal

R9 092 or less
South African
  • South African
  • 9/3-24/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 25m total
  • South America to South Africa
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 4/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 35m total
  • South America to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R5 077 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 802 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 12 joulukuu 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South America to South Africa that are best for you.

Fly from

South America

Fly to

South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

to 23/4

13:45-12:00

2 stops17h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ti 28/4

14:50-11:20

2 stops25h 30m

R12 711

Sao PauloJohannesburg

GRU - JNB

GRUJNB

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

ti 21/4

18:15-8:00

1 stop32h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

la 2/5

8:55-16:45

1 stop12h 50m

R13 337

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

su 7/6

22:25-12:00

2 stops32h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

su 21/6

14:50-23:50

1 stop14h 00m

R13 489

Rio de JaneiroJohannesburg

GIG - JNB

GIGJNB

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

ti 12/5

14:50-20:10

2 stops48h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ti 19/5

14:30-23:10

2 stops37h 40m

R14 030

Sao PauloCape Town

GRU - CPT

GRUCPT

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

to 26/2

1:30-14:35

1 stop32h 05m

Cape Town Intl

la 7/3

15:25-16:00

1 stop29h 35m

R17 731

Sao PauloCape Town

GRU - CPT

GRUCPT

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

la 30/5

18:15-6:45

Nonstop7h 30m

Cape Town Intl

la 6/6

12:50-16:45

Nonstop8h 55m

R17 850

Sao PauloCape Town

GRU - CPT

GRUCPT

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

ti 3/2

22:25-18:00

2 stops38h 35m

Cape Town Intl

ti 3/3

20:50-10:20

1 stop42h 30m

R18 475

Sao PauloCape Town

GRU - CPT

GRUCPT

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

to 5/2

22:15-16:10

2 stops60h 55m

Cape Town Intl

ke 4/3

20:50-7:15

2 stops39h 25m

R18 475

Sao PauloCape Town

GRU - CPT

GRUCPT

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

ke 22/4

22:20-15:20

2 stops36h 00m

Cape Town Intl

su 26/4

20:00-6:45

2 stops63h 45m

R19 320

Sao PauloCape Town

GRU - CPT

GRUCPT

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

ke 4/2

21:45-16:10

2 stops37h 25m

Cape Town Intl

pe 13/2

20:50-10:20

1 stop42h 30m

R19 320

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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 527). Flying from South America to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R8 891). 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 12 joulukuu 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 at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 13% 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 12 joulukuu 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
1 887 reviews
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Food

6,7

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,6

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,0

Comfort

7,4

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
1 887 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 887 reviews
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Food

6,7

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,6

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,0

Comfort

7,4

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
7,4
Good
48 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 887 reviews
Check prices

Food

6,7

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,6

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,0

Comfort

7,4

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 17h 15m. South America and South Africa are separated by a distance of 7144 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 356. 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 527). Flying from South America to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R8 891). 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 12 joulukuu 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapestR6 502AverageR20 860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR8 557AverageR8 890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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