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Cheap flights from the United States to South Africa from R10 156

LAX — JNB
Nov 29 — Dec 61
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from USA to South Africa

Tue 24/1115:55 -
2 stops38h 35m
Tue 1/1223:00 -
2 stops26h 55m
Deal found 25/10R16 289
Fri 27/1121:50 -
1 stop41h 35m
Wed 9/120:20 -
1 stop26h 25m
Deal found 25/10R16 406
Tue 1/1210:25 -
1 stop29h 00m
Tue 26/118:50 -
1 stop32h 45m
Deal found 26/10R16 439
Tue 10/1121:50 -
1 stop30h 10m
Tue 8/1218:50 -
1 stop31h 55m
Deal found 26/10R16 605
Fri 13/1115:55 -
2 stops38h 35m
Thu 3/1223:00 -
2 stops45h 35m
Deal found 29/10R16 688
Tue 24/1115:55 -
2 stops38h 35m
Sat 12/1223:00 -
2 stops45h 35m
Deal found 29/10R16 705
Sun 15/1115:55 -
2 stops38h 35m
Wed 25/1114:30 -
2 stops30h 05m
Deal found 25/10R16 755
Thu 12/1121:50 -
1 stop30h 10m
Fri 20/110:20 -
1 stop26h 25m
Deal found 25/10R16 805
Sun 8/1115:55 -
2 stops38h 35m
Sat 21/118:20 -
2 stops36h 15m
Deal found 25/10R16 821
Wed 11/1120:55 -
2 stops24h 00m
Wed 27/114:30 -
2 stops30h 05m
Deal found 29/10R16 854
Fri 20/1115:55 -
2 stops38h 35m
Sat 12/1223:00 -
2 stops45h 35m
Deal found 29/10R16 871
Sat 28/1115:55 -
2 stops38h 35m
Sat 12/1223:00 -
2 stops45h 35m
Deal found 28/10R16 904

Find flight deals from USA to South Africa

Round-trip from

R16 289

One-way from

R10 156

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R29 437

Good round-trip deal

R37 460 or less

Good one-way deal

R31 631 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 24/11-1/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 65h 30m total
  • USA to South Africa
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Air Europa
  • Air Europa
  • 17/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 55m total
  • USA to South Africa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 509 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MiamiJohannesburg

MIA Miami - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MIAJNB

Miami

Tue 17/11

21:45-10:40

1 stop29h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 156

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/11

11:45-11:00

1 stop39h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 419

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/11

10:30-7:10

1 stop36h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 469

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 10/11

20:45-8:25

1 stop28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 034

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

R12 101

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 15/11

6:17-8:25

2 stops43h 08m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 101

MiamiJohannesburg

MIA Miami - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MIAJNB

Miami

Mon 7/12

10:25-10:55

1 stop41h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 234

MiamiJohannesburg

MIA Miami - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MIAJNB

Miami

Sun 24/1

22:30-11:00

1 stop29h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 516

MiamiJohannesburg

MIA Miami - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MIAJNB

Miami

Mon 29/3

10:35-10:25

1 stop41h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 516

MiamiJohannesburg

MIA Miami - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MIAJNB

Miami

Sun 24/1

16:40-10:40

3 stops35h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 549

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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 705). Flying from USA to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R31 083). 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 82 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,Virgin Atlantic, 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
1 595 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Meghana,Aug 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a good one. They were very friendly and helpful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 595 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 595 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Meghana,Aug 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a good one. They were very friendly and helpful
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
699 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 595 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Meghana,Aug 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a good one. They were very friendly and helpful
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 712 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 595 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Meghana,Aug 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a good one. They were very friendly and helpful
United Airlines
7,3
Good
10 451 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 595 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Meghana,Aug 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a good one. They were very friendly and helpful
Ethiopian Air
7,1
Good
1 042 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 595 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Meghana,Aug 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a good one. They were very friendly and helpful

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from USA to South Africa?

    For as low as R19 398, Turkish Airlines can have you in South Africa from USA in 33h 40m. 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 R8 471 on Kenya Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Egyptair from R8 562 and Etihad Airways from R8 667 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 705). Flying from USA to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R31 083). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 107AverageR28 231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR8 519AverageR18 533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 997AverageR26 236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR16 374AverageR20 399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 883AverageR20 056FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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JetBlueCheapestR16 983AverageR29 885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 097AverageR27 473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR18 669AverageR20 478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR20 486AverageR27 111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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