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Cheap flights from the United States to South Africa from R8 613

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 30/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Jun 2 — Jun 91
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 3 May 2026.

Wed 26/81:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 7/920:55
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop24h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/5R15 763
Wed 12/822:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/920:55
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop24h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/4R15 779
Sun 23/81:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/912:40
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop32h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/5R15 862
Mon 4/522:05
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop23h 55m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/519:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4R15 929
Thu 3/922:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 15/912:40
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop26h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4R15 979
Mon 7/91:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 21/914:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop30h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4R16 029
Wed 19/81:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/912:40
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop32h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4R16 079
Wed 26/822:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 26/1120:20
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop33h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4R16 095
Tue 13/1011:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 29/1013:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4R16 162
Wed 7/1022:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 28/1013:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4R16 212
Thu 10/921:40
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Etihad Airways
Wed 23/99:50
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/5R16 744
Mon 17/821:40
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Etihad Airways
Mon 31/89:50
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/4R16 843

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 3 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 763

One-way from

R8 613

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R23 062

Good round-trip deal

R29 536 or less

Good one-way deal

R21 757 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 26/8-7/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 55m total
  • USA to South Africa
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 30/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 15m total
  • USA to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R41 763 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R7 105 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 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 3 May 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to South Africa that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/10

11:20-15:20

1 stop22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/10

14:45-8:50

1 stop24h 05m

R17 874

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/10

22:00-4:00

1 stop24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/10

9:25-9:00

3 stops29h 35m

R19 271

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 25/9

22:00-9:00

1 stop29h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/10

20:55-20:20

2 stops29h 25m

R19 720

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 22/8

19:00-0:15

2 stops47h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/8

1:15-14:45

2 stops43h 30m

R21 216

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 19/10

19:00-13:35

3 stops36h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/10

14:25-10:00

3 stops49h 35m

R21 665

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sun 11/10

21:45-3:55

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/10

22:50-19:45

2 stops26h 55m

R22 746

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/10

16:55-4:00

2 stops29h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/10

9:25-9:00

3 stops29h 35m

R23 411

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 20/8

19:00-0:15

2 stops47h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

12:10-14:45

2 stops32h 35m

R23 577

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 15/6

23:25-9:00

2 stops27h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/6

17:00-15:10

2 stops28h 10m

R23 927

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 7/6

23:25-13:10

2 stops31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 22/6

9:00-8:50

2 stops29h 50m

R24 575

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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.

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 150). Flying from USA to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R30 162). 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 32% of weekly flights between United States and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 147 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 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 24% of flights being delayed.

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 3 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Turkish Airlines, 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
1 509 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

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
1 509 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 509 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 343 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 509 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

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
9 683 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 509 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

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
999 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 509 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

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
7 940 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 509 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

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 R17 874, Qatar Airways can have you in South Africa from USA in 22h. Airlines will cover a distance of 12822 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 436 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R7 529 and Ethiopian Air from R8 735 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 150). Flying from USA to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R30 162). 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 3 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestR4 241AverageR26 484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 208AverageR16 198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR8 521AverageR18 454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 726AverageR22 756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 439AverageR19 666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 635AverageR23 339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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JetBlueCheapestR16 977AverageR33 894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestR17 240AverageR28 455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR17 990AverageR21 679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR18 108AverageR24 130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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