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Cheap flights from the United States to South Africa from R8 594

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 27/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
May 23 — May 301
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 23 April 2026.

Tue 15/90:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 1/1017:50
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop34h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/4R15 014
Wed 9/919:50
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 14/1018:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 20/4R15 097
Tue 8/90:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 14/1018:00
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop34h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/4R15 097
Tue 15/90:25
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 1/1017:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop34h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/4R15 311
Tue 1/96:50
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop21h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 15/917:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop23h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/4R15 393
Tue 8/96:50
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop21h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 21/918:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 20/4R15 623
Thu 15/1011:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 1/1120:20
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop33h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/4R15 722
Thu 1/1015:10
IAD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 12/109:50
JNB
-
IAD
1 stop29h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/4R15 772
Tue 5/51:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 13/519:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop26h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/4R15 805
Mon 4/51:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 12/519:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop26h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/4R15 821
Mon 4/522:05
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/512:40
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop34h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/4R15 838
Tue 28/422:05
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/519:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4R15 870

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 23 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 014

One-way from

R8 594

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R23 674

Good round-trip deal

R31 939 or less

Good one-way deal

R22 859 or less
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 15/9-1/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 45m total
  • USA to South Africa
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 27/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 41h 15m total
  • USA to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R42 020 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R7 139 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 23 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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Cheapest return flight

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL - JNB

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 1/9

21:40-8:20

1 stop28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

9:50-16:30

1 stop36h 40m

R16 644

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 24/9

11:20-15:20

1 stop22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/10

9:25-8:50

3 stops29h 25m

R19 163

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 18/8

15:30-9:00

2 stops35h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

20:55-15:10

1 stop24h 15m

R19 278

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/10

10:55-5:30

1 stop36h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/10

13:30-8:40

1 stop25h 10m

R21 402

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 2/5

22:05-10:30

1 stop30h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

14:40-16:40

3 stops32h 00m

R21 830

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 26/7

10:55-16:15

1 stop23h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

13:30-8:40

1 stop25h 10m

R22 044

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL - JNB

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 2/10

21:40-8:20

1 stop28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

9:50-14:24

2 stops34h 34m

R22 077

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 11/9

19:00-0:15

2 stops47h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

12:10-14:45

2 stops32h 35m

R22 159

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/10

10:55-20:35

1 stop27h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/10

13:30-8:40

1 stop25h 10m

R22 225

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sat 2/5

10:42-4:00

2 stops35h 18m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

19:50-23:38

2 stops33h 48m

R22 456

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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 R20 941). Flying from USA to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R29 864). 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 146 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 23 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
1 505 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

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
1 505 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 505 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

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
7,4
Good
4 323 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 505 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

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
9 628 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 505 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

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
1 004 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 505 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

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
7 906 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 505 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

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 R19 163, Etihad Airways can have you in South Africa from USA in 22h. 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 R5 383 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R7 454 and Ethiopian Air from R8 649 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 R20 941). Flying from USA to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R29 864). 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

Discover the top 9 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 23 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 630AverageR19 276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 936AverageR18 080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR15 312AverageR17 246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 480AverageR23 901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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JetBlueCheapestR16 810AverageR33 559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestR17 070AverageR28 174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR17 813AverageR21 465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR17 929AverageR23 892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 579AverageR26 066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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