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Cheap flights from the United States to South Africa from R10 316

LAX — JNB
Nov 3 — Nov 101
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from USA to South Africa

Wed 2/129:35 -
1 stop20h 55m
Sun 20/128:20 -
2 stops30h 40m
Deal found 30/9R12 525
Mon 26/1010:35 -
1 stop20h 55m
Sun 8/1114:30 -
2 stops24h 30m
Deal found 29/9R12 741
Mon 2/119:35 -
1 stop27h 35m
Thu 12/118:20 -
2 stops30h 40m
Deal found 29/9R12 758
Mon 26/1010:35 -
1 stop20h 55m
Thu 12/1114:30 -
2 stops24h 30m
Deal found 29/9R12 874
Mon 5/1010:35 -
1 stop20h 55m
Thu 15/1014:30 -
2 stops24h 25m
Deal found 29/9R12 890
Fri 16/1010:35 -
1 stop27h 35m
Sun 25/108:20 -
2 stops30h 40m
Deal found 30/9R13 057
Wed 2/129:35 -
1 stop27h 35m
Sat 12/1223:00 -
2 stops40h 00m
Deal found 29/9R13 090
Mon 26/1010:35 -
1 stop20h 55m
Mon 9/1123:00 -
2 stops40h 00m
Deal found 29/9R13 256
Wed 2/129:35 -
1 stop35h 20m
Sun 13/128:20 -
1 stop30h 40m
Deal found 29/9R13 405
Mon 26/1010:35 -
1 stop20h 55m
Wed 11/1123:00 -
2 stops40h 00m
Deal found 29/9R13 621
Sun 22/119:50 -
2 stops31h 35m
Sun 29/1117:00 -
2 stops27h 43m
Deal found 1/10R16 778
Fri 13/117:09 -
2 stops25h 41m
Sat 21/1112:05 -
2 stops29h 30m
Deal found 30/9R16 794

Find flight deals from USA to South Africa

Round-trip from

R12 525

One-way from

R10 316

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R28 422

Good round-trip deal

R37 436 or less

Good one-way deal

R11 956 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 2/12-20/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 35m total
  • USA to South Africa
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Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 18/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 25m total
  • USA to South Africa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 852 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MiamiJohannesburg

MIA Miami - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MIAJNB

Miami

Sun 11/10

21:30-9:50

1 stop30h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 246

New YorkJohannesburg

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

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/3

11:55-13:30

2 stops42h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 661

MinneapolisJohannesburg

MSP Minneapolis St Paul - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MSPJNB

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 13/11

15:01-7:10

3 stops56h 09m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 777

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX Los Angeles - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Mon 30/11

16:25-7:10

1 stop28h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-14:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 910

New YorkJohannesburg

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

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/11

11:00-3:55

3 stops33h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 993

New YorkJohannesburg

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

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 13/11

11:00-0:25

2 stops54h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 010

MiamiJohannesburg

MIA Miami - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MIAJNB

Miami

Sun 6/12

21:45-10:40

1 stop29h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 209

MiamiCape Town

MIA Miami - CPT Cape Town Intl

MIACPT

Miami

Wed 18/11

10:25-12:05

1 stop42h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 226

MiamiJohannesburg

MIA Miami - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MIAJNB

Miami

Sun 1/11

21:45-10:40

1 stop29h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 226

MiamiCape Town

MIA Miami - CPT Cape Town Intl

MIACPT

Miami

Tue 10/11

10:25-12:05

1 stop42h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 309

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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 R22 276). Flying from USA to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R30 814). 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 148 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 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

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
1 576 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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
1 576 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 576 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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
3 727 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 576 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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
10 286 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 576 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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
694 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 576 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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
1 041 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 576 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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 R20 449, Air Europa can have you in South Africa from USA in 19h 54m. Airlines will cover a distance of 12336 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 817 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Egyptair from R8 556 and Qatar Airways from R9 070 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 R22 276). Flying from USA to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R30 814). 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

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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 102AverageR28 213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 717AverageR23 104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR16 364AverageR20 386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 382AverageR17 488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 872AverageR20 044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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JetBlueCheapestR16 961AverageR33 861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestR17 224AverageR29 180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 085AverageR27 001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR18 657AverageR21 009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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