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Cheap flights from the United States to South Africa from R10 409
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Nov 8 — Nov 151
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Cheapest flights from USA to South AfricaExplore 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 9 October 2026.
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 9 October 2026.
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Best flights from USA to South AfricaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from USA to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 9 October 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from USA to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 9 October 2026.
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Direct flights from USA to South AfricaExplore direct flight options from USA to South Africa based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 9 October 2026.
Explore direct flight options from USA to South Africa based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 9 October 2026.
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Last-minute flights from USA to South AfricaDiscover last-minute flight deals from USA to South Africa. Data last updated 9 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from USA to South Africa. Data last updated 9 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
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One-way flights from USA to South AfricaSearch for one-way flight options from USA to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 9 October 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from USA to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 9 October 2026.
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MiamiCape Town
MIA Miami - CPT Cape Town Intl
MIACPT
Miami
Mon 15/3
11:25-12:05
1 stop42h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-17:00
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MiamiCape Town
MIA Miami - CPT Cape Town Intl
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Miami
Wed 25/11
22:30-12:05
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R10 841
Los AngelesJohannesburg
LAX Los Angeles - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Los Angeles
Mon 30/11
16:25-7:10
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0:00-14:00
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R10 991
Los AngelesJohannesburg
LAX Los Angeles - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
LAXJNB
Los Angeles
Sat 17/10
17:25-7:10
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AtlantaJohannesburg
ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
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BostonJohannesburg
BOS Boston Logan Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Boston Logan Intl
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17:15-8:40
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BostonJohannesburg
BOS Boston Logan Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
BOSJNB
Boston Logan Intl
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0:00-17:00
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MinneapolisJohannesburg
MSP Minneapolis St Paul - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
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MinneapolisJohannesburg
MSP Minneapolis St Paul - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
MSPJNB
Minneapolis St Paul
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9:21-7:25
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
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0:00-16:00
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R12 354
MinneapolisJohannesburg
MSP Minneapolis St Paul - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
MSPJNB
Minneapolis St Paul
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7:00-7:25
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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 297). Flying from USA to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R30 844). 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 26 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 9 October 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, 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.
Overall
7,8
Comfort
7,7
Crew
8,4
Boarding
7,8
Entertainment
7,2
Food
7,3
Reviews
1 / 20
8,0
ExcellentMeghana,Aug 2026
QRO - ATL
Overall
7,8
Comfort
7,7
Crew
8,4
Boarding
7,8
Entertainment
7,2
Food
7,3
Reviews
1 / 20
8,0
ExcellentMeghana,Aug 2026
QRO - ATL
Overall
7,8
Comfort
7,7
Crew
8,4
Boarding
7,8
Entertainment
7,2
Food
7,3
Reviews
1 / 20
8,0
ExcellentMeghana,Aug 2026
QRO - ATL
Overall
7,8
Comfort
7,7
Crew
8,4
Boarding
7,8
Entertainment
7,2
Food
7,3
Reviews
1 / 20
8,0
ExcellentMeghana,Aug 2026
QRO - ATL
Overall
7,8
Comfort
7,7
Crew
8,4
Boarding
7,8
Entertainment
7,2
Food
7,3
Reviews
1 / 20
8,0
ExcellentMeghana,Aug 2026
QRO - ATL
Overall
7,8
Comfort
7,7
Crew
8,4
Boarding
7,8
Entertainment
7,2
Food
7,3
Reviews
1 / 20
8,0
ExcellentMeghana,Aug 2026
QRO - ATL
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