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Cheap flights from the United States to South Africa from R7 930

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 13 — Jul 201
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 13 June 2026.

Mon 24/821:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 14/99:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/6R16 154
Mon 24/821:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 7/99:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/6R16 219
Thu 23/721:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 30/79:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/6R16 447
Thu 24/921:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sat 3/109:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/6R16 805
Sat 12/921:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 23/99:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/6R16 854
Sat 15/821:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 3/99:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/6R16 871
Thu 20/821:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 3/99:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/6R17 033
Mon 10/86:10
ATL
-
JNB
2 stops44h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 2/99:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/6R17 050
Mon 17/821:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 2/99:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/6R17 082
Mon 17/822:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 2/914:05
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop31h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/6R17 164
Thu 20/811:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/914:05
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop31h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/6R17 180
Wed 19/811:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/920:55
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop24h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/6R17 196

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 13 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 154

One-way from

R7 930

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R27 944

Good round-trip deal

R28 014 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
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 15m total
  • USA to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R44 691 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 474 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 13 June 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 6/10

19:00-0:15

2 stops47h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/10

12:10-14:45

2 stops56h 35m

R20 991

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 12/9

19:00-0:15

2 stops47h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

12:10-14:45

2 stops56h 35m

R20 991

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 16/8

22:05-9:50

1 stop29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/8

18:55-17:45

1 stop28h 50m

R21 788

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 28/9

19:00-0:15

2 stops47h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/10

12:10-14:45

2 stops56h 35m

R22 440

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/10

19:00-0:15

2 stops47h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

1:35-10:00

2 stops62h 25m

R22 440

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Tue 25/8

0:25-10:15

1 stop27h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

18:50-22:30

1 stop34h 40m

R22 538

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 28/10

1:25-11:00

1 stop27h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

18:50-23:30

1 stop35h 40m

R22 538

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/11

10:40-17:25

1 stop23h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/11

12:35-8:20

1 stop26h 45m

R24 199

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/11

20:05-10:30

1 stop31h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/11

18:55-15:55

1 stop28h 00m

R24 199

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 31/10

11:20-17:25

1 stop24h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/11

12:35-15:00

1 stop33h 25m

R24 280

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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 121). Flying from USA to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R30 533). 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 30% of weekly flights between United States and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 150 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 22% 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 13 June 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,United Airlines, 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
1 529 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

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
1 529 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 529 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

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
9 820 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 529 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

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
7,3
Good
3 726 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 529 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

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
1 009 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 529 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

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
8 047 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 529 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

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 R21 788, SAUDIA 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 324 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R7 373 and Ethiopian Air from R8 555 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 121). Flying from USA to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R30 533). 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 13 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 526AverageR23 358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 223AverageR19 847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 312AverageR24 984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 387AverageR18 692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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JetBlueCheapestR16 627AverageR33 195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestR16 885AverageR27 868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR17 619AverageR21 232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR17 735AverageR20 179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 326AverageR26 373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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