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Cheap flights from the United States to South Africa from R7 974

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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Apr 21 — Apr 281
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 22 March 2026.

Sun 19/40:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/617:50
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop34h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 20/3R14 215
Wed 6/515:10
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 13/59:45
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop30h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/3R14 300
Mon 2/1114:35
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 13/119:50
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop30h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/3R14 385
Wed 22/415:10
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Etihad Airways
Sun 26/49:45
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop30h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/3R14 555
Mon 4/515:10
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 20/59:45
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop30h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/3R14 589
Tue 13/100:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 29/1019:10
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop34h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/3R14 606
Mon 12/100:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 29/1019:10
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop34h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/3R14 640
Wed 6/515:10
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 22/59:45
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop30h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/3R14 674
Sun 30/821:45
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 10/917:50
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop23h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/3R14 810
Wed 13/515:10
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 29/59:45
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop30h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/3R14 827
Mon 20/40:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/617:50
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop34h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/3R14 861
Mon 4/515:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 13/59:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/3R14 878

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 22 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 215

One-way from

R7 974

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R23 362

Good one-way deal

R23 609 or less
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 19/4-9/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 45m total
  • USA to South Africa
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 1/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 50m total
  • USA to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R41 980 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 411 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 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 22 March 2026.
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Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/5

21:40-3:55

2 stops24h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

22:50-19:45

2 stops26h 55m

R16 629

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 4/9

13:20-11:50

1 stop40h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/9

16:35-11:35

1 stop25h 00m

R19 605

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 7/5

21:45-3:55

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

17:30-19:45

4 stops32h 15m

R20 795

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 26/5

21:45-10:30

1 stop30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

18:00-11:35

1 stop23h 35m

R21 798

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/4

18:40-0:15

2 stops47h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

12:10-15:45

2 stops57h 35m

R22 614

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 16/4

18:40-15:50

2 stops39h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

12:10-15:45

2 stops57h 35m

R22 631

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 16/4

18:40-15:50

2 stops39h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

12:10-15:45

2 stops57h 35m

R22 631

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/5

10:55-16:20

3 stops47h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

22:50-19:45

2 stops26h 55m

R22 869

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 24/8

19:00-15:50

2 stops38h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/9

1:15-14:45

2 stops43h 30m

R22 869

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/9

22:20-5:30

2 stops25h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

22:20-18:55

2 stops26h 35m

R23 073

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Best time to book a flight from USA to South Africa

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to South Africa (average of R2 363). Flying from USA to South Africa in October is currently the most expensive (average of R15 218). 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 144 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 Thursday 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 23% 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 22 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,United Airlines, andTurkish 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
1 477 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,8
Good
1 477 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 477 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 459 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 477 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 272 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 477 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
975 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 477 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 811 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 477 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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 R16 629, Ethiopian Air can have you in South Africa from USA in 24h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 13084 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 559 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R7 693 and Egyptair from R8 758 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to South Africa (average of R2 363). Flying from USA to South Africa in October is currently the most expensive (average of R15 218). 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 22 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestR4 337AverageR27 660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 394AverageR16 564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 946AverageR24 121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 419AverageR20 163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR15 814AverageR22 351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 988AverageR25 778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR16 946AverageR18 702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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JetBlueCheapestR17 361AverageR34 660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR17 576AverageR24 399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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DeltaCheapestR17 630AverageR29 098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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