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Cheap flights from the United States to South Africa from R8 639

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 22/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
May 3 — May 101
1 adult

Cheap 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 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 457

One-way from

R8 639

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R20 562

Good round-trip deal

R27 691 or less

Good one-way deal

R22 166 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 27/8-19/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 71h 40m total
  • USA to South Africa
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 22/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 50m total
  • USA to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R24 334 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R12 573 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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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 2025.

Wed 27/814:55JFK - JNB
1 stop35h 25mEtihad Airways
Fri 19/99:50JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 27/4R16 457
Thu 1/521:45EWR - JNB
1 stop24h 10mEthiopian Air
Thu 22/522:50JNB - EWR
1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/4R16 923
Mon 6/1022:00ATL - JNB
1 stop28h 20mEtihad Airways
Tue 28/1010:00JNB - ATL
1 stop36h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 27/4R17 296
Tue 26/813:30IAD - CPT
1 stop40h 20mTurkish Airlines
Tue 9/916:35CPT - IAD
1 stop33h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R17 446
Wed 29/1014:10JFK - JNB
1 stop38h 40mTurkish Airlines
Sat 8/1119:05JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R17 576
Tue 28/101:35EWR - JNB
1 stop27h 15mTurkish Airlines
Sat 8/1119:05JNB - EWR
1 stop34h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R17 576
Sun 19/101:20JFK - JNB
2 stops55h 00mQatar Airways
Mon 3/1112:45JNB - JFK
1 stop33h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R17 688
Thu 16/1017:10IAD - CPT
3 stops62h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/1014:25CPT - IAD
3 stops32h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R17 987
Wed 30/410:35ATL - JNB
1 stop35h 20mEthiopian Air
Thu 8/514:30JNB - ATL
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/4R18 005
Sun 31/821:45ATL - JNB
1 stop30h 50mTurkish Airlines
Fri 12/917:55JNB - ATL
1 stop25h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R18 061
Tue 26/80:30EWR - CPT
1 stop29h 20mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/916:35CPT - EWR
1 stop36h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R18 285
Wed 17/922:00JFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 28/922:50JNB - JFK
2 stops27h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/4R18 435

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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 2025.
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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USA

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South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 27/8

14:55-8:20

1 stop35h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/9

9:50-16:05

1 stop36h 15m

R16 457

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL - JNB

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 6/10

22:00-8:20

1 stop28h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/10

10:00-16:30

1 stop36h 30m

R17 296

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 26/8

13:30-11:50

1 stop40h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/9

16:35-19:45

1 stop33h 10m

R17 446

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 19/10

1:20-14:20

2 stops55h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/11

12:45-14:50

1 stop33h 05m

R17 688

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 16/10

17:10-13:40

3 stops62h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/10

14:25-16:31

3 stops32h 06m

R17 987

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL - JNB

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 31/8

21:45-10:35

1 stop30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/9

17:55-12:55

1 stop25h 00m

R18 061

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Tue 26/8

0:30-11:50

1 stop29h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/9

16:35-22:35

1 stop36h 00m

R18 285

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 18/9

21:45-3:55

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/10

22:50-19:45

2 stops26h 55m

R18 379

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 17/9

22:00-3:55

2 stops23h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/9

22:50-20:00

2 stops27h 10m

R18 435

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL - JNB

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 17/9

10:35-13:05

1 stop20h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/9

14:30-8:55

2 stops24h 25m

R18 472

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from USA to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from US to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from USA to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 April 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from USA to South Africa as you normally would.

Rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta from USA to South Africa to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 927 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 333 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Austrian Airlines
7,6
Good
780 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 639 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Egyptair from R10 486 and Etihad Airways from R12 371 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.

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    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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from USA to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 248AverageR22 698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 148AverageR21 556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR16 190AverageR26 368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR16 211AverageR30 872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 270AverageR24 298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 323AverageR30 892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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SWISSCheapestR16 668AverageR23 935FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR19 054AverageR24 066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR19 179AverageR19 692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR19 575AverageR24 127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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