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Cheap flights from Zimbabwe to South Africa from R1 504

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 25/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HRE — JNB
Aug 31 — Sep 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Zimbabwe to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zimbabwe to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 August 2026.

Tue 18/819:00
HRE
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 50m
FlySafair
Sun 23/87:10
JNB
-
HRE
Nonstop1h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 27/7R2 859
Fri 28/819:20
HRE
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 50m
FlySafair
Sun 30/87:10
JNB
-
HRE
Nonstop1h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 27/7R2 908
Fri 21/819:20
HRE
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 50m
FlySafair
Mon 24/87:10
JNB
-
HRE
Nonstop1h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 31/7R2 925
Fri 28/819:20
HRE
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 50m
FlySafair
Mon 31/87:10
JNB
-
HRE
Nonstop1h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 28/7R2 941
Wed 19/810:00
HRE
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 50m
FlySafair
Thu 20/87:10
JNB
-
HRE
Nonstop1h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 28/7R2 958
Fri 21/819:20
HRE
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 50m
FlySafair
Sun 23/87:10
JNB
-
HRE
Nonstop1h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 28/7R3 057
Mon 24/819:00
HRE
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 50m
FlySafair
Mon 31/87:10
JNB
-
HRE
Nonstop1h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 27/7R3 074
Wed 26/819:00
HRE
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 50m
FlySafair
Sun 30/87:10
JNB
-
HRE
Nonstop1h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 1/8R3 090
Thu 27/819:00
HRE
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 50m
FlySafair
Sun 30/87:10
JNB
-
HRE
Nonstop1h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 29/7R3 107
Sun 18/1015:35
VFA
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 55m
FlySafair
Sun 25/1012:50
JNB
-
VFA
Nonstop1h 45m
FlySafair
Deal found 1/8R3 338
Fri 31/715:50
VFA
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 50m
FlySafair
Mon 3/813:05
JNB
-
VFA
Nonstop1h 45m
FlySafair
Deal found 27/7R3 652
Mon 19/1015:50
VFA
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 50m
FlySafair
Sun 25/1012:50
JNB
-
VFA
Nonstop1h 45m
FlySafair
Deal found 29/7R3 702

Find flight deals from Zimbabwe to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Zimbabwe to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 1 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R2 859

One-way from

R1 504

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R4 181

Good round-trip deal

R1 768 or less

Good one-way deal

R1 743 or less
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 18/8-23/8
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 40m total
  • Zimbabwe to South Africa
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 25/8
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 50m total
  • Zimbabwe to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R2 853 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 278 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Zimbabwe 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 1 August 2026.
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Victoria FallsJohannesburg

VFA - JNB

VFAJNB

Victoria Falls

Tue 6/10

12:25-14:10

Nonstop1h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/10

10:00-11:45

Nonstop1h 45m

R5 189

HarareJohannesburg

HRE - JNB

HREJNB

Harare

Fri 28/8

10:50-12:35

Nonstop1h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/8

8:20-10:05

Nonstop1h 45m

R5 255

Victoria FallsJohannesburg

VFA - JNB

VFAJNB

Victoria Falls

Fri 21/8

13:25-15:10

Nonstop1h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/8

9:55-11:40

Nonstop1h 45m

R5 619

Victoria FallsJohannesburg

VFA - JNB

VFAJNB

Victoria Falls

Tue 25/8

13:25-15:10

Nonstop1h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/8

9:55-11:40

Nonstop1h 45m

R5 619

Victoria FallsJohannesburg

VFA - JNB

VFAJNB

Victoria Falls

Fri 18/9

15:50-17:40

Nonstop1h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

18:25-11:40

1 stop17h 15m

R7 238

Victoria FallsCape Town

VFA - CPT

VFACPT

Victoria Falls

Sun 1/11

12:25-19:55

1 stop7h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/11

7:00-13:20

1 stop6h 20m

R8 081

HarareCape Town

HRE - CPT

HRECPT

Harare

Thu 26/11

10:50-18:05

1 stop7h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/11

9:55-17:55

1 stop8h 00m

R8 246

Victoria FallsCape Town

VFA - CPT

VFACPT

Victoria Falls

Wed 9/12

14:20-23:35

1 stop9h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/12

6:00-13:30

1 stop7h 30m

R8 411

HarareCape Town

HRE - CPT

HRECPT

Harare

Sun 6/9

13:30-22:50

1 stop9h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 12/9

7:00-12:40

1 stop5h 40m

R8 494

HarareCape Town

HRE - CPT

HRECPT

Harare

Fri 4/12

13:30-19:55

1 stop6h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/12

9:00-16:25

1 stop7h 25m

R8 560

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Best time to book a flight from Zimbabwe to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Zimbabwe with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Zimbabwe to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Zimbabwe to South Africa?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zimbabwe to South Africa (average of R3 983). Flying from Zimbabwe to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R5 371). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZW to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Zimbabwe to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 1 August 2026.

When flying from Zimbabwe to South Africa, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 53% versus a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Zimbabwe to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from Zimbabwe to South Africa. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 1 August 2026.

The most flights from ZW0 to ZA0 are scheduled on a Friday (37 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

How often are flights from Zimbabwe to South Africa delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between Zimbabwe and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 91 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Zimbabwe to South Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon 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 Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Zimbabwe to South Africa flights?

Over the past year, South African have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Zimbabwe to South Africa?

The best time to book flights from Zimbabwe to South Africa is 80 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Zimbabwe to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Zimbabwe to South Africa. Price data was last updated on 1 August 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Zimbabwe to South Africa flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 1 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Airlink,FlySafair, andSouth African from Zimbabwe 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.
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
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Crew

8,8

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,2

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,8

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,2

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
131 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,8

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,2

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
South African
7,6
Good
63 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,8

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,2

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
316 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,8

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,2

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Zimbabwe 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 Zimbabwe to South Africa?

    For as low as R5 189, Airlink can have you in South Africa from Zimbabwe in 1h 45m. The distance from Zimbabwe to South Africa is about 927 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Zimbabwe to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is FlySafair, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R1 536. However, be on the lookout for offers from Airlink and South African, as they are both options that can get you from Zimbabwe to South Africa for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Zimbabwe to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Zimbabwe to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Zimbabwe to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Zimbabwe to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Zimbabwe to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zimbabwe 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 Zimbabwe to South Africa?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zimbabwe to South Africa (average of R3 983). Flying from Zimbabwe to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R5 371). 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 7 airlines flying from Zimbabwe to South Africa

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Zimbabwe 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 1 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapestR1 177AverageR5 571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR1 668AverageR5 390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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CemairCheapestR1 718AverageR3 555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR1 817AverageR7 088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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fastjetCheapestR2 221AverageR5 352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hahn Air SystemsCheapestR4 301AverageR6 804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR5 169AverageR7 154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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