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Flights to South Africa in 2024

Find the latest flights to South Africa in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,669,981 searches and data was last updated on November 19, 2024.

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Average price

$1,241

Round-trip from

$774

One-way from

$561
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From New York to Johannesburg
One-way flight from New York to South Africa

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Tue 11/266:40 pmEWR - CPT
1 stop34h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/36:45 pmCPT - EWR
1 stop31h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/18$1,087
Mon 12/210:00 amEWR - CPT
1 stop21h 30mEthiopian Air
Thu 12/51:50 pmCPT - EWR
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/18$1,089
Thu 11/219:15 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air
Wed 11/2711:00 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops27h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/18$1,100
Sat 11/3012:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/95:00 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$1,111
Tue 11/191:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 30mKenya Airways
Sun 11/241:15 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/17$1,126
Sat 11/238:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Mon 12/211:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/17$1,133

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NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 3/10

1:30 am-10:45 am

1 stop27h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/20

7:05 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop34h 30m

$774

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Wed 3/5

12:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/18

5:15 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop36h 20m

$945

New YorkDurban

JFK - DUR

JFKDUR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/5

8:05 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops34h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 3/16

4:05 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops37h 10m

$952

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 3/12

11:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/27

2:35 pm-9:00 am

2 stops24h 25m

$973

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Wed 2/26

10:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/6

1:50 pm-8:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

$1,006

NewarkDurban

EWR - DUR

EWRDUR

Newark

Wed 4/9

12:25 am-1:15 pm

2 stops30h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 4/21

2:45 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops37h 45m

$1,082

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/29

1:45 pm-10:55 am

1 stop39h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/9

5:00 pm-7:35 am

1 stop20h 35m

$1,087

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 1/16

8:55 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/22

11:00 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,088

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 1/16

9:35 pm-10:20 am

1 stop29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/6

9:15 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$1,102

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 2/7

12:45 pm-7:10 am

1 stop35h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/28

1:15 am-6:35 am

1 stop36h 20m

$1,103

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Travel insights for flights to South Africa

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How long is the flight to South Africa?

On average, a flight from New York to South Africa takes 30 hours 11 minutes. Flights to South Africa from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to South Africa. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to South Africa should consider flying on Wednesday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Sunday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to South Africa

The most flights from New York to South Africa are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to South Africa?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to South Africa are SAUDIA, Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air.

Rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

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 November 19, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing South Africa, such as Turkish Airlines, Egyptair and Ethiopian Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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8.1

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7.9

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My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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3,491 reviews
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3,491 reviews

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My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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8.1

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My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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3,491 reviews

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7.9

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My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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3,491 reviews

Entertainment

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8.1

Comfort

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7.9

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8.3

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1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

South Africa climate

South Africa is generally sunny and hot in the summer, which lasts from December to April. The winter is mild. The country is large and has many different climates. The Cape is cold and wet in the winter, with snow falling in the mountains. Northern areas get regular thunderstorms on summer evenings, while winters are warm by day and cold at night.

Getting around South Africa

There are eight domestic airlines operating South Africa flights. British Airways flies from Johannesburg to Cape Town, Durban and Port Elizabeth, and between Cape Town and Durban. South African Airways, the national carrier, flies to several destinations including Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban, George, Upington, Kimberley, East London, Mthatha, Margate, and Sun City. South African Express flies between Johannesburg, Cape Town, East London and George and several other cities.

Other airlines offering domestic South Africa flights include Airlink, 1time, Mango and Nationwide. There are also smaller charter airlines

Intercape, Greyhound and Translux offer services around the country.

Rail: Spoornet connects the major cities; Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth, Cape Town or Durban for example. The Blue Train is a luxury service (scheduled and charter) that runs Pretoria – Cape Town – Pretoria. There are special packaged routes too. Rovos Rail is another luxury service and the Steam Train Company offers scenic tours old-style.

Roads are good and car rental companies with branches at the airports and around the country include Avis, Budget and Europcar. It’s also possible to rent a motorbike or campervan/motorhome. Drive on the left.

South Africa Travel Information

  • South Africa has 20 national parks, of which Kruger is the largest and best-known. It was established in 1898 and is 217 miles long, 40 miles wide and about 7722 square miles. It is home to 147 mammals, 114 types of reptiles, and 507 species of birds. Among them are hippos, crocodiles, Impala antelopes (most numerous animal), zebras, buffaloes, giraffes and elephants. The big cats call Kruger home too – there are 1,500 lions, 900 leopards and 300 cheetahs. There are several rest camps throughout the park ranging from huts and family cottages to luxury guest houses.
  • Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park is composed of the Kalahari Gemsbok National Park (of South Africa) and Gemsbok National Park (of Botswana). It lies on almost 9 million acres. In such a large space, vegetation is sparse and most of the animals concentrate around the Auob and Nossob riverbeds. Ground squirrel and suricate (meerkat) are the most numerous animals; badger, pangolin (anteater) and fox are also in residence. There are raptors (eagles, vultures, falcons and kestrels) as well as predators (cheetah, leopard, hyena and lion).
  • Whales, turtles and penguins: view breaching whales at Hermanus, south of Cape Town. The town has its own whale crier, which can be heard from some Hermanus hotels, who blows his horn in a “Morse” code, signaling the location of whales. There are African Jackass Penguins on Boulder’s Beach in Simonstown (Simon’s Town). To spot Leatherback and Loggerhead turtles nesting, head to St Lucia in KwaZulu Natal. The turtles nest between November and January and hatch between January and March.
  • Johannesburg has the Apartheid Museum and MuseuMAfricA, a history and cultural museum. Far from Austria, the South African Lipizzaners, are in action each Sunday morning in Kyalami. During Easter, the horses will dance to the music of the 1970s. Ask your Johannesburg hotel for museum information when you arrive.
  • Take the cable car to the top of Table Mountain in Cape Town. The cable car whooshes up the mountain (3,560 feet) in less than 10 minutes and has a rotating floor offering 360-degree views of the city. If heights aren’t your thing, keep your feet on the ground and enjoy the sights from your Cape Town hotel.

South Africa airport overview

  • How long is the flight to Kruger Mpumalanga?

    Flights from the United States to Kruger Mpumalanga, South Africa range from about 17h-38h. The precise length of your flight will depend on your departure city, as well as the number and length of stopovers you experience during your journey. If you’re departing from a major airport on the east coast, such as New York’s JRK or Boston Logan Airport, you can expect your flight to be on the shorter end of the range. On the other end of the spectrum, those flying out of the west coast, like from Seattle or San Francisco, may experience a flight time on the longer end of the range, due to distance and the increased chance of an added stopover.

  • Where can you get direct flights to Kruger Mpumalanga from?

    Unfortunately, there are no direct flights to Kruger Mpumalanga from the United States. To try to decrease the length of your flight time, consider your nearest international airport and whether it services the airlines that typically fly into Kruger Mpumalanga, such as South African Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, Lufthansa, and United Airlines. Booking a flight with these airlines may help decrease the number of stopovers for quicker overall flight time. You can expect to make stopovers in cities common to this route, such as New York, London, and Johannesburg.

  • How do you get from Kruger Mpumalanga Airport to the city center?

    Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) mainly serves travelers to Nelspruit in Mpumalanga and Kruger National Park. To reach downtown Nelspruit from the airport, which is about 17 miles southwest of the airport, you can take a taxi, which will cost about $20-$25 and take about 25 minutes. If Kruger National Park is your destination, it isn’t advisable to take a taxi there, as the drive is about four hours away and a taxi would be exorbitant. You can, however, take a taxi from the airport to Whiteriver, just north of Nelspruit, and then take a bus to Phalaborwa, at which point you can take another taxi to Kruger National Park. This journey will cost between $52-$68 and take about four and a half hours. You can also rent a car, especially ideal if you’d like to explore Mpumalanga by car yourself.

  • What are some things to do in Kruger Mpumalanga?

    Kruger Mpumalanga is an ideal gateway to Nelspruit city and the gorgeous Kruger National Park. Golf lovers will enjoy swinging the clubs at Ermelo Golf Club’s, thanks to its gorgeous greenery and location near the Vaal River. Visit Barberton Museum to gain further insight into the town’s history as the center for a gold rush in the late 19th century. Hike God’s Window along the Panorama Route to explore waterfalls, canyons, and rock formations.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Kruger Mpumalanga?

    United States citizens traveling to Kruger Mpumalanga, South Africa need a valid passport, although a visa is not required for stays under 90 days.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to South Africa if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to South Africa on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to South Africa?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, SAUDIA is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South Africa.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in South Africa?

    Bloemfontein Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in South Africa. One-way flights to Bloemfontein Intl typically cost $31, while round-trip flights cost around $41.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to South Africa?

    A round-trip flight to South Africa will typically cost around $136, however they can be found for as little as $51.

  • Where does the fastest flight to South Africa depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to South Africa, New York offers the quickest one-way flight (14 hours 20 minutes).

  • Does Johannesburg OR Tambo have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Johannesburg OR Tambo can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.