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Cheap flights from the United States to South Africa from R8 619

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 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
May 28 — Jun 41
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 28 April 2026.

Sat 2/51:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 10m
Qatar Airways
Fri 15/519:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R15 669
Wed 19/822:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 8/912:40
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop26h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R15 834
Mon 4/522:05
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/519:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4R15 867
Mon 4/522:05
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop23h 55m
Qatar Airways
Wed 13/519:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/4R15 884
Mon 4/522:05
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/512:40
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop34h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4R15 917
Wed 6/522:05
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 13/519:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R15 933
Sun 30/822:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/912:40
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop32h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/4R15 950
Tue 8/922:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 21/920:55
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop24h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4R15 966
Thu 20/822:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/912:40
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop26h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/4R16 016
Wed 26/822:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 26/1112:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop33h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R16 032
Wed 14/1022:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 29/1013:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop32h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R16 098
Wed 7/1022:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 28/1020:20
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R16 148

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 28 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 669

One-way from

R8 619

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R23 743

Good round-trip deal

R29 329 or less

Good one-way deal

R21 605 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 12/8-9/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 20m 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 542 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R7 133 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 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 28 April 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

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Price

Cheapest return flight

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 23/9

1:20-15:20

1 stop32h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/10

9:25-9:00

3 stops29h 35m

R18 674

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/9

22:00-4:00

1 stop24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

20:55-20:20

2 stops29h 25m

R18 922

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 20/9

22:00-4:00

1 stop24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

9:25-9:00

3 stops29h 35m

R19 004

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 31/8

22:00-9:00

1 stop29h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

9:25-9:00

3 stops29h 35m

R19 004

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 15/9

11:20-15:20

1 stop22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/10

9:25-9:00

3 stops29h 35m

R19 021

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 30/8

17:06-4:00

2 stops28h 54m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

12:40-9:00

1 stop26h 20m

R19 169

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 7/9

1:20-11:00

2 stops27h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

20:55-15:10

1 stop24h 15m

R19 962

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 22/9

11:20-15:20

1 stop22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/9

12:40-8:50

1 stop26h 10m

R20 325

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL - JNB

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 24/9

21:40-8:20

1 stop28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/10

9:50-16:30

1 stop36h 40m

R21 547

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/9

19:00-13:35

3 stops36h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 30/11

14:25-9:00

3 stops49h 35m

R22 141

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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 002). Flying from USA to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R29 951). 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 28 April 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
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

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
1 508 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

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
4 341 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

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
9 672 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

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
1 003 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

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
7 927 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

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 R20 028, Qatar Airways can have you in South Africa from USA in 29h 25m. 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 R5 398 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R7 476 and Ethiopian Air from R8 674 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 002). Flying from USA to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R29 951). 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 28 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestR4 211AverageR26 298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 151AverageR16 085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR8 462AverageR18 325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 658AverageR22 597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 366AverageR19 529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 526AverageR23 176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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JetBlueCheapestR16 859AverageR33 657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestR17 120AverageR28 256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR17 865AverageR21 528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR17 982AverageR20 460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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