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Cheap flights from the United States to South Africa from R7 612

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 29/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Dec 17 — Dec 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from USA to South Africa

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

Round-trip from

R14 114

One-way from

R7 612

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R22 135

Good round-trip deal

R26 225 or less

Good one-way deal

R20 275 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 2/2-9/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 00m total
  • USA to South Africa
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Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 29/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 10m total
  • USA to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R47 056 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 925 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 USA to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 November 2025.

Tue 2/1215:10ATL - JNB
1 stop36h 40mTurkish Airlines
Tue 9/1219:10JNB - ATL
1 stop31h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/11R14 302
Sun 7/1221:50ATL - JNB
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 16/1219:10JNB - ATL
1 stop31h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 16/11R15 547
Wed 26/119:35ATL - CPT
1 stop22h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 16/1213:50CPT - ATL
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11R16 537
Fri 5/129:35ATL - CPT
1 stop22h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 16/1213:50CPT - ATL
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11R16 554
Wed 3/129:35ATL - CPT
1 stop22h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 16/1213:50CPT - ATL
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11R17 066
Sun 23/1121:15EWR - JNB
2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air
Tue 23/1214:30JNB - EWR
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11R17 100
Wed 3/1213:30IAD - JNB
1 stop38h 20mTurkish Airlines
Thu 18/1219:10JNB - IAD
1 stop23h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/11R17 203
Wed 3/1213:30IAD - JNB
1 stop38h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/127:30JNB - IAD
2 stops42h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11R17 647
Wed 3/1210:00IAD - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Thu 18/1223:00JNB - IAD
2 stops40h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/11R17 681
Wed 26/1120:55JFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 7/1214:30JNB - JFK
2 stops35h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/11R17 766
Mon 17/1113:40JFK - JNB
1 stop34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/111:35JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11R17 783
Sun 30/1120:55JFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 7/128:20JNB - JFK
2 stops41h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/11R17 834

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Customise your flight search to find flights from USA 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.
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Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 28/3

11:00-13:05

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

14:30-8:55

2 stops24h 25m

R17 254

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/3

11:00-13:05

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

14:30-9:00

2 stops24h 30m

R19 131

AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

ATLCPT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 6/5

10:35-14:35

1 stop22h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/5

14:35-8:55

2 stops48h 20m

R19 626

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 7/3

0:20-10:50

1 stop27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

19:05-12:05

1 stop23h 00m

R19 916

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL - JNB

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 16/3

10:35-10:10

2 stops41h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

14:30-9:00

2 stops24h 30m

R20 428

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL - JNB

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 1/5

10:35-0:05

2 stops31h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

14:30-8:55

2 stops24h 25m

R21 521

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Sun 1/3

17:59-19:15

1 stop18h 16m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 31/3

20:05-15:05

1 stop25h 00m

R21 708

New YorkJohannesburg

LGA - JNB

LGAJNB

New York LaGuardia

Thu 5/2

14:00-19:00

1 stop22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

21:55-14:44

1 stop23h 49m

R21 708

AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

ATLCPT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 7/5

21:50-11:50

1 stop32h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

16:40-19:45

1 stop33h 05m

R21 777

AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

ATLCPT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 11/5

21:50-11:50

1 stop32h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

16:40-19:45

1 stop33h 05m

R21 777

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Best time to book a flight from USA to South Africa

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to South Africa (average of R8 448). Flying from USA to South Africa in October is currently the most expensive (average of R15 257). 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 US to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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.

When flying from USA to South Africa, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 10% versus a flight in the evening.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their USA to South Africa flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings 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 17 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, United Airlines, andTurkish 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.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 664 reviews
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Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 664 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 664 reviews
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Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 014 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 664 reviews
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Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 047 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 664 reviews
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Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
894 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 664 reviews
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Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 529 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 664 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as R21 708, Ethiopian Air can have you in South Africa from USA in 18h 16m. Airlines will cover a distance of 12585 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 612 on Egyptair. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Kenya Airways from R8 226 and Etihad Airways from R8 499 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to South Africa (average of R8 448). Flying from USA to South Africa in October is currently the most expensive (average of R15 257). 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 9 airlines flying from USA to South Africa

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from USA 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
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 983AverageR23 324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 214AverageR21 354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 787AverageR22 733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 930AverageR26 907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR14 938AverageR23 402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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SWISSCheapestR16 632AverageR24 257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR17 009AverageR18 855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR18 714AverageR24 166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapestR21 564AverageR31 859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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