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Cheap flights from the United States to South Africa from R7 809

LAX — JNB
Sep 23 — Sep 301
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from USA to South Africa

Sun 4/1013:45 -
1 stop34h 15m
Sat 10/100:10 -
2 stops52h 15m
Deal found 21/8R14 898
Fri 9/1010:35 -
1 stop20h 55m
Sun 25/1014:30 -
2 stops24h 30m
Deal found 19/8R14 994
Fri 20/119:35 -
1 stop20h 55m
Sat 28/1123:00 -
2 stops40h 00m
Deal found 19/8R15 026
Fri 2/1010:35 -
1 stop20h 55m
Sat 17/1022:50 -
2 stops40h 05m
Deal found 23/8R15 058
Wed 9/910:35 -
1 stop20h 55m
Sun 13/914:30 -
2 stops24h 25m
Deal found 24/8R15 138
Mon 5/1010:35 -
1 stop27h 35m
Thu 15/108:20 -
2 stops30h 35m
Deal found 21/8R15 154
Fri 2/1010:35 -
1 stop27h 35m
Thu 22/1014:30 -
2 stops24h 25m
Deal found 19/8R15 202
Fri 18/910:35 -
1 stop27h 35m
Sat 26/922:50 -
2 stops40h 05m
Deal found 21/8R15 234
Mon 31/810:35 -
1 stop27h 35m
Thu 15/1014:30 -
2 stops24h 25m
Deal found 20/8R15 266
Mon 5/1010:15 -
1 stop25h 35m
Tue 20/1020:05 -
1 stop27h 05m
Deal found 21/8R15 378
Mon 5/1017:12 -
1 stop18h 38m
Tue 20/1020:05 -
2 stops44h 07m
Deal found 21/8R15 570
Mon 2/1113:59 -
1 stop21h 36m
Mon 9/1120:50 -
1 stop19h 49m
Deal found 21/8R15 634

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Round-trip from

R14 898

One-way from

R7 809

Popular in

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Cheapest in

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Average price

R22 579
4/10-10/10
  • 4/10-10/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 86h 30m total
  • USA to South Africa
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 18/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 15m total
  • USA to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R29 796 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 641 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/10

10:15-17:50

1 stop25h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/10

20:05-17:10

1 stop27h 05m

R15 634

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 19/10

16:48-17:50

1 stop19h 02m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/10

20:50-14:08

1 stop23h 18m

R15 634

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 26/10

10:14-18:35

1 stop26h 21m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/11

20:50-14:09

1 stop24h 19m

R15 634

NewarkCape Town

EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl

EWRCPT

Newark

Wed 21/10

18:50-17:50

1 stop41h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/10

20:50-20:29

1 stop29h 39m

R15 714

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/10

8:35-17:50

1 stop27h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/10

23:00-21:59

2 stops28h 59m

R16 274

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 26/11

16:05-18:35

1 stop19h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/12

20:50-10:22

1 stop20h 32m

R16 434

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 14/9

7:15-21:25

2 stops32h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

23:00-17:07

1 stop24h 07m

R16 770

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 21/9

13:00-5:50

2 stops34h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/9

23:15-14:35

1 stop21h 20m

R16 786

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 21/10

21:50-10:30

1 stop30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/11

18:50-20:45

1 stop32h 55m

R18 146

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/11

11:00-15:50

2 stops45h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

12:05-9:00

2 stops51h 55m

R19 266

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to South Africa

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to South Africa (average of R21 427). Flying from USA to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R29 684). 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.

How often are flights from the United States to South Africa delayed?

About 26% of weekly flights between United States and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 149 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United States to South Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United States to South Africa flights?

Over the past year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 19% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from USA to South Africa?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from USA to South Africa, you should look to book at least 18 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Qatar Airways, andUnited Airlines from the United States to South Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 565 reviews
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Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Abhisek,Aug 2026

JFK - AMS

They didn’t offer any options for breakfast and had only one option which was cold meat and cheese. I would expect at least one more option in premium economy
KLM
7,8
Good
1 565 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 565 reviews
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Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Abhisek,Aug 2026

JFK - AMS

They didn’t offer any options for breakfast and had only one option which was cold meat and cheese. I would expect at least one more option in premium economy
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 734 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 565 reviews
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Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Abhisek,Aug 2026

JFK - AMS

They didn’t offer any options for breakfast and had only one option which was cold meat and cheese. I would expect at least one more option in premium economy
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 115 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 565 reviews
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Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Abhisek,Aug 2026

JFK - AMS

They didn’t offer any options for breakfast and had only one option which was cold meat and cheese. I would expect at least one more option in premium economy
Virgin Atlantic
7,4
Good
695 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 565 reviews
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Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Abhisek,Aug 2026

JFK - AMS

They didn’t offer any options for breakfast and had only one option which was cold meat and cheese. I would expect at least one more option in premium economy
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 032 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 565 reviews
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Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Abhisek,Aug 2026

JFK - AMS

They didn’t offer any options for breakfast and had only one option which was cold meat and cheese. I would expect at least one more option in premium economy

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from USA to South Africa?

    For as low as R15 634, Virgin Atlantic can have you in South Africa from USA in 19h 02m. Airlines will cover a distance of 12756 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R7 531 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Egyptair from R8 242 and Ethiopian Air from R8 407 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to South Africa (average of R21 427). Flying from USA to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R29 684). 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 USA to South Africa

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 361AverageR22 257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 046AverageR27 178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 546AverageR18 271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR14 261AverageR30 183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR15 763AverageR19 638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 253AverageR19 309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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JetBlueCheapestR16 339AverageR32 619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestR16 592AverageR28 110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestR17 422AverageR26 289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR17 973AverageR19 715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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