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Cheap flights from the United States to South Africa from R8 228

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
Jun 21 — Jun 281
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 22 May 2026.

Tue 11/821:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 17/99:50
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/5R16 159
Mon 24/821:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 14/99:50
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/5R16 357
Wed 27/522:00
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops23h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 2/622:50
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops27h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/5R16 604
Tue 1/921:40
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Etihad Airways
Wed 9/99:50
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/5R16 703
Mon 17/821:40
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Etihad Airways
Mon 31/89:50
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/5R16 753
Mon 17/821:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 26/89:50
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/5R16 868
Mon 3/821:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 12/89:50
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/5R16 901
Mon 5/1021:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 19/109:50
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/5R16 950
Sat 5/921:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 14/99:50
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/5R17 016
Wed 27/522:00
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops23h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 7/622:50
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops27h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/5R17 033
Tue 13/1021:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 21/109:50
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/5R17 115
Tue 28/721:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 17/89:50
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/5R17 132

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 22 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 159

One-way from

R8 228

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R23 991

Good round-trip deal

R29 289 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 11/8-17/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 30m 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 (R36 957 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 606 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 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 22 May 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to South Africa that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 26/9

19:00-0:15

2 stops47h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/10

1:15-14:45

2 stops43h 30m

R21 798

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 20/8

19:00-15:50

2 stops38h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

1:15-14:45

2 stops43h 30m

R23 348

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/10

10:55-14:10

1 stop21h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/10

13:50-8:55

2 stops25h 05m

R23 628

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 27/8

15:10-14:35

2 stops41h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 12/9

6:05-9:45

2 stops33h 40m

R24 585

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL - JNB

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 22/7

21:50-10:30

1 stop30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

17:50-19:45

1 stop31h 55m

R25 459

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 21/6

17:29-4:00

2 stops28h 31m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

20:55-19:29

2 stops28h 34m

R25 838

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/7

19:00-0:15

2 stops47h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/7

12:10-14:45

2 stops56h 35m

R26 217

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 5/6

23:55-10:30

2 stops28h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

12:40-22:30

1 stop39h 50m

R26 250

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/6

1:20-10:30

1 stop27h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/6

17:00-22:30

2 stops35h 30m

R26 366

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL - JNB

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 20/7

21:50-10:30

1 stop30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

12:40-22:32

2 stops39h 52m

R26 448

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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 287). Flying from USA to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R29 713). 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 32% 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 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 22 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Qatar Airways, andTurkish 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
1 519 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

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
1 519 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 519 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

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
3 730 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 519 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 390 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 519 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

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
9 752 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 519 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

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
7 992 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 519 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

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 R23 628, SAUDIA can have you in South Africa from USA in 21h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 12756 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 391 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R7 466 and Ethiopian Air from R8 662 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 287). Flying from USA to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R29 713). 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 10 airlines flying from USA to South Africa

Discover the top 10 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 22 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 140AverageR16 063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 645AverageR25 046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 352AverageR17 686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 958AverageR18 105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 505AverageR25 283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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JetBlueCheapestR16 836AverageR33 611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestR17 097AverageR28 218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR17 840AverageR21 499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR17 957AverageR23 929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 556AverageR26 154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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