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Cheap flights from the United States to South Africa from R10 547

LAX — JNB
Nov 23 — Nov 301
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 077
Fri 27/1115:55 -
2 stops38h 35m
Mon 7/1214:30 -
2 stops30h 05m
Deal found 20/10R16 160
Tue 10/1115:55 -
2 stops38h 35m
Tue 17/1123:00 -
2 stops26h 55m
Deal found 21/10R16 226
Thu 5/1121:15 -
2 stops23h 40m
Fri 20/1114:30 -
3 stops38h 05m
Deal found 20/10R16 292
Mon 9/1110:25 -
1 stop41h 30m
Sun 22/1118:50 -
1 stop32h 45m
Deal found 23/10R16 309
Tue 10/1121:50 -
1 stop30h 10m
Tue 8/1218:50 -
1 stop31h 55m
Deal found 23/10R16 342
Thu 5/1115:55 -
2 stops38h 35m
Thu 12/1114:30 -
2 stops30h 05m
Deal found 21/10R16 359
Fri 27/1122:30 -
1 stop29h 25m
Fri 4/120:20 -
1 stop27h 15m
Deal found 20/10R16 375
Sat 28/1115:55 -
2 stops38h 35m
Sat 12/1214:30 -
2 stops30h 05m
Deal found 20/10R16 392
Fri 27/1111:45 -
1 stop39h 10m
Wed 9/120:20 -
1 stop26h 00m
Deal found 23/10R16 392
Wed 11/1115:55 -
2 stops38h 35m
Wed 27/114:30 -
2 stops30h 05m
Deal found 20/10R16 408
Mon 26/1021:55 -
2 stops24h 00m
Thu 12/1114:30 -
2 stops30h 05m
Deal found 23/10R16 425

Find flight deals from USA to South Africa

Round-trip from

R15 812

One-way from

R10 547

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R29 323

Good round-trip deal

R37 314 or less

Good one-way deal

R31 508 or less
Ethiopian Air
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  • 11/1-25/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 60h 55m total
  • USA to South Africa
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12/11-31/12
  • 12/11-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 15m total
  • USA to South Africa
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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/11

18:30-8:40

3 stops30h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 779

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 13/11

20:10-8:25

3 stops52h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 027

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

R11 160

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 425

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 15/11

20:45-8:25

1 stop28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 656

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

R11 805

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 24/3

21:45-8:25

1 stop28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 987

MiamiJohannesburg

MIA Miami - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MIAJNB

Miami

Mon 7/12

22:30-22:25

1 stop40h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 186

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 302

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 23/3

21:15-11:00

1 stop30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 302

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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 617). Flying from USA to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R30 962). 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
1 593 reviews
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Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Food

7,4

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
1 593 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 593 reviews
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Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Food

7,4

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
1 593 reviews
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Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Food

7,4

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
3 709 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 593 reviews
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Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Food

7,4

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
10 424 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 593 reviews
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Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Food

7,4

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
1 045 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 593 reviews
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Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Food

7,4

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 697, Turkish Airlines can have you in South Africa from USA in 28h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 13572 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 R7 792 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Kenya Airways from R8 438 and Egyptair from R8 528 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 617). Flying from USA to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R30 962). 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 8 airlines flying from USA to South Africa

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 075AverageR28 121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 958AverageR26 134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR16 310AverageR20 320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 328AverageR17 431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 817AverageR19 978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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JetBlueCheapestR16 917AverageR33 751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 026AverageR27 284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR18 597AverageR20 941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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