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Cheap flights from the United States to South Africa from R8 088

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 27/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Aug 16 — Aug 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from USA to South Africa

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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 July 2026.

Fri 20/1112:50
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop27h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 28/110:55
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop24h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/7R15 522
Thu 19/110:25
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop28h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 28/110:55
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop28h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/7R15 538
Wed 11/110:20
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop28h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 21/110:55
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop28h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/7R15 751
Mon 7/919:50
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop34h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 20/916:35
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop35h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/7R15 784
Sat 7/111:25
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop27h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 14/1117:20
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop36h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/7R15 997
Tue 29/90:25
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop29h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 18/1016:35
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop35h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/7R16 013
Tue 24/1120:15
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop32h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 28/1117:20
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop24h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/7R16 013
Fri 6/1114:30
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop25h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 22/1117:20
CPT
-
IAD
1 stop25h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/7R16 030
Sat 7/111:20
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop27h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 14/1117:20
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop24h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/7R16 046
Sun 25/101:25
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop39h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 5/1117:20
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop37h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/7R16 095
Mon 19/1012:50
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop41h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 2/1117:20
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop25h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/7R16 095
Wed 21/1021:45
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 31/1017:20
CPT
-
IAD
1 stop34h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/7R16 111

Find 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 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 522

One-way from

R8 088

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R28 015
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 20/11-28/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 35m total
  • USA to South Africa
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 27/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 20m total
  • USA to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R35 708 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R7 108 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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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 July 2026.
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NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Thu 29/10

1:25-23:00

1 stop39h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/11

17:20-22:30

1 stop36h 10m

R16 373

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Sat 19/9

0:25-11:50

1 stop29h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

16:35-22:30

1 stop35h 55m

R16 373

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Tue 12/1

0:25-12:05

1 stop28h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/1

17:20-22:30

1 stop36h 10m

R16 373

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Mon 9/11

0:25-12:05

1 stop28h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/11

17:20-22:30

1 stop36h 10m

R16 373

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 30/10

13:50-23:00

1 stop27h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/11

17:20-10:55

1 stop24h 35m

R16 373

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/11

0:20-12:05

1 stop28h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/11

17:20-10:55

1 stop24h 35m

R16 373

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 20/9

19:50-11:50

1 stop34h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

16:35-17:55

1 stop31h 20m

R16 373

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 24/9

6:50-11:50

1 stop23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/10

16:35-22:30

1 stop35h 55m

R16 373

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 29/8

1:20-9:00

1 stop25h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

20:55-15:10

1 stop24h 15m

R23 496

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 28/8

19:00-0:15

2 stops47h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/9

12:10-14:45

2 stops32h 35m

R24 298

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Best time to book a flight from USA to South Africa

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Cheapflights Insights

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 302). Flying from USA to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R31 011). 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 28% of weekly flights between United States and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 148 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night 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 Wednesday 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 21% 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 26 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

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 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,United Airlines, andQatar Airways 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
1 541 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 006 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 745 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 012 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 122 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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 R19 746, Turkish Airlines can have you in South Africa from USA in 24h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 12855 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 R5 353 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R7 414 and Ethiopian Air from R8 602 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 302). Flying from USA to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R31 011). 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

Discover the top 10 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 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 083AverageR18 232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 578AverageR25 271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 279AverageR19 956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 860AverageR18 659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 396AverageR27 914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 631AverageR19 757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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JetBlueCheapestR16 718AverageR33 376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestR16 977AverageR28 762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR17 832AverageR20 321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 002AverageR26 621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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