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Cheap flights from South Africa to South America from R5 159

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — BOG
mai 17 — mai 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to South America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to South America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 abril 2026.

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Find flight deals from South Africa to South America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to South America flight deals. Data was last updated 17 abril 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 418

One-way from

R5 159

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R9 302

Good round-trip deal

R9 730 or less

Good one-way deal

R10 983 or less
South African
  • South African
  • 3/8-18/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 35m total
  • South Africa to South America
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 6/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 20m total
  • South Africa to South America
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R2 384 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 186 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to South America 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 17 abril 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to South America that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

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JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

seg 11/5

14:50-16:40

2 stops30h 50m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

qua 27/5

13:45-11:55

1 stop17h 10m

R11 579

Cape TownSao Paulo

CPT - GRU

CPTGRU

Cape Town Intl

seg 3/8

15:20-15:05

2 stops52h 45m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

seg 30/11

18:05-14:00

1 stop14h 55m

R11 890

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sex 15/5

14:50-8:35

1 stop22h 45m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

sex 22/5

14:15-11:55

2 stops16h 40m

R13 037

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sex 1/5

14:50-8:00

1 stop22h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

qui 7/5

12:15-11:55

1 stop18h 40m

R13 659

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sex 1/5

14:50-22:10

2 stops36h 20m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

seg 11/5

13:55-11:55

1 stop17h 00m

R13 823

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - GIG

JNBGIG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qui 18/6

14:50-6:35

2 stops20h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

ter 7/7

22:15-12:00

2 stops56h 45m

R14 920

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

JNB - SDU

JNBSDU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qui 7/5

14:50-8:50

1 stop23h 00m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

qui 14/5

9:20-11:55

2 stops21h 35m

R14 986

JohannesburgBuenos Aires

JNB - EZE

JNBEZE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

seg 7/9

5:45-1:50

3 stops25h 05m

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

dom 13/9

2:50-4:15

3 stops44h 25m

R15 280

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - SDU

CPTSDU

Cape Town Intl

sáb 6/6

9:00-8:35

2 stops28h 35m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

sáb 20/6

13:55-17:20

2 stops22h 25m

R16 623

Cape TownRio de Janeiro

CPT - SDU

CPTSDU

Cape Town Intl

sáb 6/6

9:00-8:35

2 stops28h 35m

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

qua 17/6

13:55-17:20

2 stops22h 25m

R16 623

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to South America

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to South America

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to South America (average of R11 170). Flying from South Africa to South America in July is currently the most expensive (average of R29 169). 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 ZA to SA?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to South America. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 abril 2026.

When flying from South Africa to South America, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing South America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South America. 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 America. Reviews last updated 17 abril 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Airlink,Emirates, andSouth African from South Africa to South America have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,5

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,3

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

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
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,5

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,3

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

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
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,5

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,3

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

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
60 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,5

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,3

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

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
LATAM Airlines
7,4
Good
1 908 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,5

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,3

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

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 South Africa to South America. 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 South Africa to South America?

    Airlines like LATAM Airlines, Emirates, and Qatar Airways fly from South Africa to South America in about 22h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 23h 55m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7134 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for TAAG. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R5 281. Users have also found prices from R6 914 and R7 040 on LATAM Airlines and South African, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to South America (average of R11 170). Flying from South Africa to South America in July is currently the most expensive (average of R29 169). 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 South Africa to South America

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to South America. 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 17 abril 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapestR6 101AverageR17 141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR7 237AverageR12 442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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TAAGCheapestR8 628AverageR9 641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 711AverageR22 783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapestR18 115AverageR21 894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 619AverageR22 717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapestR21 702AverageR22 595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR21 992AverageR25 725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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