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Cheap flights from the United States to South Africa from R10 294

LAX — JNB
Nov 25 — Dec 21
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from USA to South Africa

Fri 6/1111:25 -
1 stop40h 30m
Thu 19/1118:50 -
1 stop43h 20m
Deal found 22/10R16 096
Tue 24/1115:55 -
2 stops38h 35m
Tue 1/1223:00 -
2 stops26h 55m
Deal found 25/10R16 245
Mon 23/1115:55 -
2 stops38h 35m
Tue 1/128:20 -
2 stops36h 15m
Deal found 24/10R16 295
Mon 9/1110:25 -
1 stop41h 30m
Sun 22/1118:50 -
1 stop32h 45m
Deal found 23/10R16 328
Tue 10/1121:50 -
1 stop30h 10m
Tue 8/1218:50 -
1 stop31h 55m
Deal found 23/10R16 361
Mon 2/1120:55 -
2 stops24h 00m
Mon 25/114:30 -
2 stops30h 05m
Deal found 23/10R16 377
Fri 27/1111:45 -
1 stop39h 10m
Wed 9/120:20 -
1 stop26h 00m
Deal found 23/10R16 411
Mon 26/1021:55 -
2 stops24h 00m
Thu 12/1114:30 -
2 stops30h 05m
Deal found 23/10R16 444
Thu 12/1121:50 -
1 stop30h 10m
Sun 22/110:20 -
1 stop26h 25m
Deal found 25/10R16 444
Mon 9/1121:50 -
1 stop30h 05m
Mon 23/1118:50 -
1 stop31h 55m
Deal found 22/10R16 560
Mon 30/1115:55 -
2 stops38h 35m
Sat 12/1214:30 -
2 stops30h 05m
Deal found 23/10R16 643
Sun 29/1115:55 -
2 stops38h 35m
Mon 14/1214:30 -
2 stops30h 05m
Deal found 23/10R16 709

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Round-trip from

R15 830

One-way from

R10 294

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R29 357

Good round-trip deal

R37 357 or less

Good one-way deal

R31 544 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 11/1-25/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 60h 55m total
  • USA to South Africa
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Air Europa
  • Air Europa
  • 8/12-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 55m total
  • USA to South Africa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 480 potential savings vs. average return price).
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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/11

11:45-11:00

1 stop39h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 388

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/11

10:30-7:55

1 stop37h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 438

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 7/11

21:05-3:55

3 stops47h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 736

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 29/10

21:45-8:25

1 stop28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 001

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 4/11

20:45-8:25

1 stop28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 001

Los AngelesJohannesburg

LAX Los Angeles - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LAXJNB

Los Angeles

Mon 30/11

16:25-7:10

1 stop28h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-14:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 068

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/11

22:05-10:40

1 stop29h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 316

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/12

11:45-22:25

1 stop26h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 316

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 22/3

21:15-10:55

1 stop30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 316

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 18/2

20:15-11:00

1 stop30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 316

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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 R22 643). Flying from USA to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R30 998). 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 26% of weekly flights between United States and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 148 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United States to South Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon 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 19% 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 82 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

See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, 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
1 597 reviews
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Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Meghana,Aug 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a good one. They were very friendly and helpful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 597 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 597 reviews
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Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Meghana,Aug 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a good one. They were very friendly and helpful
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
697 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 597 reviews
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Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Meghana,Aug 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a good one. They were very friendly and helpful
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 707 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 597 reviews
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Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Meghana,Aug 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a good one. They were very friendly and helpful
United Airlines
7,3
Good
10 443 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 597 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Meghana,Aug 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a good one. They were very friendly and helpful
Ethiopian Air
7,1
Good
1 043 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 597 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Meghana,Aug 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a good one. They were very friendly and helpful

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from USA to South Africa?

    For as low as R20 091, Turkish Airlines can have you in South Africa from USA in 29h 55m. Airlines will cover a distance of 12962 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 R8 448 on Kenya Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Egyptair from R8 538 and Etihad Airways from R8 644 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 R22 643). Flying from USA to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R30 998). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 084AverageR28 154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR8 495AverageR18 483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 970AverageR26 164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR16 329AverageR20 343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 837AverageR20 002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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JetBlueCheapestR16 937AverageR29 803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 047AverageR27 398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR18 618AverageR20 422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR20 430AverageR27 037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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