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Cheap flights from the United States to South Africa from R7 983

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
Sep 3 — Sep 101
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from USA to South Africa

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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 4 August 2026.

Mon 21/910:35
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 29/914:30
JNB
-
ATL
2 stops24h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 31/7R15 603
Mon 24/810:35
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 3/98:20
JNB
-
ATL
2 stops30h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/8R15 619
Wed 19/810:35
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 27/88:20
JNB
-
ATL
2 stops30h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/7R15 652
Mon 31/810:35
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 15/98:20
JNB
-
ATL
2 stops30h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/7R15 669
Mon 24/810:35
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 7/922:50
JNB
-
ATL
2 stops40h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/7R15 685
Fri 18/910:35
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 26/922:50
JNB
-
ATL
2 stops40h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/7R15 702
Fri 18/910:35
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 4/108:20
JNB
-
ATL
2 stops30h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/8R15 784
Mon 10/810:35
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 23/88:20
JNB
-
ATL
2 stops30h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/8R15 949
Mon 10/810:35
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 24/822:50
JNB
-
ATL
2 stops40h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/8R15 982
Tue 10/117:00
IAD
-
CPT
3 stops47h 35m
Kenya Airways
Mon 16/1114:25
CPT
-
IAD
3 stops28h 27m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 30/7R16 691
Mon 19/1018:32
IAD
-
CPT
2 stops45h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 26/1014:25
CPT
-
IAD
3 stops27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7R16 774
Tue 10/1118:20
IAD
-
CPT
3 stops60h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/1114:25
CPT
-
IAD
3 stops34h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8R16 790

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 4 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 603

One-way from

R7 983

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R23 272
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 21/9-29/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 45m 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 (R34 924 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R7 102 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 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 4 August 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 15/8

22:00-3:55

2 stops23h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/8

22:50-20:00

2 stops27h 10m

R20 287

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/11

21:20-12:05

1 stop31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/11

17:20-19:25

1 stop33h 05m

R21 326

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 22/10

21:40-11:50

1 stop32h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/10

17:20-12:45

1 stop25h 25m

R21 837

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/10

21:40-11:50

1 stop32h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/10

17:20-12:45

1 stop25h 25m

R22 002

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 21/11

10:00-14:35

1 stop21h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/11

13:50-8:00

2 stops25h 10m

R22 481

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/12

21:20-12:05

1 stop31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/12

14:00-11:45

2 stops28h 45m

R22 761

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 7/1

13:30-14:35

2 stops42h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/1

17:20-19:25

1 stop33h 05m

R22 926

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/11

23:00-5:35

1 stop23h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

13:25-18:55

2 stops36h 30m

R23 239

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 16/9

16:25-8:45

1 stop34h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

18:35-14:25

1 stop25h 50m

R23 751

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 7/9

15:10-19:55

2 stops46h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/9

6:05-9:45

2 stops33h 40m

R23 899

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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 R22 052). Flying from USA to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R30 612). 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 27% of weekly flights between United States and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 149 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 20% 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 4 August 2026.
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
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

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
1 552 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
694 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

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
3 736 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

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
10 059 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

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
1 016 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

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 239, Ethiopian Air can have you in South Africa from USA in 23h 35m. 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 R7 456 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R7 718 and Ethiopian Air from R8 665 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 052). Flying from USA to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R30 612). 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 4 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 142AverageR18 365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 648AverageR22 940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 355AverageR20 158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 962AverageR18 795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR14 699AverageR28 633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 752AverageR19 902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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JetBlueCheapestR16 841AverageR33 621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestR17 102AverageR28 973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestR17 957AverageR27 362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR17 962AverageR20 470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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