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Cheap flights from the United States to South Africa from R7 903

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 6 — Sep 131
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 7 August 2026.

Mon 24/810:35 -
1 stop27h 35m
Thu 3/98:20 -
2 stops30h 35m
Deal found 3/8R15 464
Mon 21/910:35 -
1 stop20h 50m
Tue 29/914:30 -
2 stops24h 25m
Deal found 2/8R15 497
Mon 31/810:35 -
1 stop20h 50m
Tue 15/98:20 -
2 stops30h 35m
Deal found 2/8R15 513
Mon 24/810:35 -
1 stop20h 50m
Mon 14/922:50 -
2 stops40h 05m
Deal found 2/8R15 529
Fri 18/910:35 -
1 stop27h 35m
Sat 26/922:50 -
2 stops40h 05m
Deal found 5/8R15 562
Fri 18/910:35 -
1 stop20h 50m
Sun 4/108:20 -
2 stops30h 35m
Deal found 3/8R15 627
Mon 10/810:35 -
1 stop20h 50m
Sun 23/88:20 -
2 stops30h 35m
Deal found 3/8R15 791
Fri 14/810:35 -
1 stop27h 35m
Thu 20/88:20 -
2 stops30h 35m
Deal found 6/8R15 807
Mon 10/810:35 -
1 stop20h 50m
Mon 24/822:50 -
2 stops40h 05m
Deal found 3/8R15 823
Wed 12/810:35 -
1 stop27h 35m
Wed 19/822:50 -
2 stops40h 05m
Deal found 5/8R15 839
Tue 10/1118:20 -
3 stops60h 15m
Mon 16/1114:25 -
3 stops34h 03m
Deal found 2/8R16 623
Mon 12/1018:32 -
2 stops45h 38m
Mon 26/1014:25 -
3 stops33h 08m
Deal found 2/8R17 146

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 7 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 464

One-way from

R7 903

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R23 204
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 24/8-3/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 58h 10m 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. 7% potential increase in price (R32 334 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R7 003 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 7 August 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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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 10/10

15:05-10:30

1 stop37h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/10

18:00-13:00

1 stop25h 00m

R19 154

New YorkJohannesburg

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

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 7/11

20:55-3:55

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/11

22:50-18:55

2 stops27h 05m

R19 285

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 11/10

21:50-10:15

1 stop30h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

17:55-19:45

1 stop31h 50m

R19 808

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 21/11

21:50-11:00

1 stop30h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/11

0:20-19:45

1 stop26h 25m

R19 808

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 24/8

21:50-9:40

2 stops29h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/9

18:00-13:00

1 stop25h 00m

R19 857

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 25/10

22:20-8:20

1 stop28h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

9:50-13:19

2 stops34h 29m

R20 738

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 7/9

13:15-11:50

1 stop40h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/9

16:35-11:30

1 stop24h 55m

R21 130

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 31/10

22:50-11:00

1 stop30h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

13:30-20:45

2 stops38h 15m

R21 408

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 14/9

10:55-14:10

1 stop21h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/10

13:50-8:55

2 stops25h 05m

R21 440

New YorkJohannesburg

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

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/12

10:40-16:35

1 stop22h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/12

13:25-8:15

1 stop25h 50m

R23 024

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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 832). Flying from USA to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R30 258). 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 18 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 7 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
1 555 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

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
1 555 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

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
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
694 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

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
3 740 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

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
10 084 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

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
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 023 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

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 R19 285, Turkish Airlines can have you in South Africa from USA in 24h. 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 382 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R7 642 and Ethiopian Air from R8 578 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 832). Flying from USA to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R30 258). 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 7 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 061AverageR18 183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 552AverageR22 712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 252AverageR19 957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 823AverageR18 608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR14 553AverageR28 348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 586AverageR19 704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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JetBlueCheapestR16 673AverageR33 286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestR16 931AverageR28 685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestR17 778AverageR27 090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR17 784AverageR20 266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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