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Cheap flights from the United States to South Africa from R8 044

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 11/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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 8 June 2026.

Sun 7/621:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 11/622:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/6R15 940
Sun 7/621:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 18/622:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/6R15 973
Sun 7/621:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 16/614:30
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops24h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/6R16 122
Mon 24/821:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 14/99:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/6R16 386
Mon 17/821:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 3/99:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/6R16 436
Mon 27/721:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 3/89:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/6R16 452
Sun 7/621:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 17/622:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/6R16 518
Mon 24/821:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 7/99:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/6R16 717
Mon 27/721:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 12/89:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/6R16 865
Mon 17/821:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 26/89:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/6R16 997
Sat 15/821:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 3/99:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/6R17 047
Sat 12/921:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 23/99:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/6R17 097

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 8 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 386

One-way from

R8 044

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R26 991

Good round-trip deal

R28 417 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 24/8-14/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 35m total
  • USA to South Africa
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 11/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 50m total
  • USA to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R37 867 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 831 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 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 8 June 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/11

22:05-10:50

1 stop29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

19:55-17:50

1 stop28h 55m

R20 219

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 24/9

19:00-15:50

2 stops38h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/10

12:10-14:45

2 stops56h 35m

R21 292

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL - JNB

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 15/8

7:00-8:20

2 stops43h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

9:45-16:30

1 stop36h 45m

R22 382

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 28/9

19:00-15:50

2 stops38h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/10

1:15-14:45

2 stops43h 30m

R22 448

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/10

18:20-22:10

1 stop21h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 16/10

0:10-15:55

1 stop21h 45m

R23 456

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 21/10

19:00-13:35

3 stops36h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/10

14:25-10:00

3 stops49h 35m

R24 067

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 23/8

11:20-16:15

1 stop22h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/9

19:10-18:55

2 stops29h 45m

R24 117

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 22/8

22:20-5:30

2 stops25h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

22:20-18:55

2 stops26h 35m

R24 117

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL - JNB

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 19/10

20:30-4:00

1 stop25h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

20:55-15:55

1 stop25h 00m

R24 348

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 22/8

19:00-0:15

2 stops47h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/8

1:15-14:45

2 stops43h 30m

R24 497

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to South Africa (average of R21 391). Flying from USA to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R30 708). 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 31% of weekly flights between United States and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 149 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 Wednesday 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.

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 46 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

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 8 June 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Qatar Airways, 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
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

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
1 527 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

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
9 780 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

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
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

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
8 028 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 527 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

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 219, Air Europa can have you in South Africa from USA in 29h 45m. 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 401 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R7 479 and Ethiopian Air from R8 678 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 391). Flying from USA to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R30 708). 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 8 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 663AverageR23 625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 370AverageR20 132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 532AverageR25 343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 609AverageR18 961FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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JetBlueCheapestR16 866AverageR33 672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestR17 127AverageR28 268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR17 873AverageR21 537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR17 990AverageR20 469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 589AverageR27 104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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