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Cheap flights to South Africa from $112

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to South Africa departing on 16/10. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Recent flights found to popular cities in South Africa

Find flights to these popular cities in South Africa from your nearest airport.
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South Africa flights insights and trends

Explore insights for your South Africa flight to craft the best travel plan

What is the cheapest flight to South Africa?

The best prices found on momondo for flights to South Africa are:
$63 per person with Airlink
$72 per person with FlySafair
$91 per person with Lift
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What are the most popular cities to visit in South Africa?

For momondo users, the most popular city in South Africa is Johannesburg, which is visited about 60% more often than any other city in South Africa. Other very common cities that our users travel to are Cape Town and Durban.

How long is the flight from Australia to South Africa?

On average, it takes 14h 20m to fly from Australia to South Africa if you fly out of Sydney Kingsford Smith (the most popular airport in Australia) and into Johannesburg OR Tambo (the most popular airport in South Africa). If you’re flying out of Melbourne and into Johannesburg OR Tambo, then the flight time is around 19h 45m.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

There are 13 airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, but Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Qantas Airways happen to be the most popular among our users. In the past year, 39% of those who searched for flights to South Africa looked to travel with Singapore Airlines, making this airline the top choice among momondo travellers.

Cheapest flights to cities in South Africa

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Cheap South Africa flight deals and tips

Summary info about South Africa flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$839

Best Round-Trip Price

$1,617

Fastest flight time

24h 15m

Operated By

3 airlines
The best one-way flight price to South Africa from Australia in the last 72 hours is $839 (Perth to Johannesburg OR Tambo).
The best round-trip flight price to South Africa from Australia in the last 72 hours is $1,617 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Johannesburg OR Tambo).
The fastest flight to South Africa from Australia takes 24h 15m (Perth to Johannesburg OR Tambo).
There are 3 airlines operating flights to South Africa, including Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways.

Useful information for your flight to South Africa

Get up-to-date answers for some of the most frequently asked questions regarding flying to South Africa

What popular landmarks are in South Africa?

What is the best airport to land at to visit Camps Bay Beach?

The closest airport to Camps Bay Beach is Cape Town Airport, which is located in Cape Town. If you plan on visiting or staying in this area, landing at Cape Town Airport will be your best bet.

What is the most popular airport in South Africa to fly to?

How much are flights to South Africa?

The cost to fly to South Africa varies based on a variety of factors, but you can expect to find prices as low as $795 or as high as $10,708. Based on recent airfare data, we’ve found that a ticket to South Africa for $3,410 or less is a good deal, whereas $3,806 is the average cost.

What is the best day of the week to fly to South Africa?

Flying to South Africa on a Wednesday or Tuesday is your best option since this is when flight prices tend to be at their lowest for the week. The most expensive day of the week to fly to South Africa is on a Friday.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to South Africa?

Prices for flights to South Africa are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to South Africa?

How old do you have to be to fly to South Africa?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Africa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to South Africa?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to South Africa.

Can I find flights to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

All flight searches to South Africa on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights to South Africa?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight to South Africa.

I’m not ready to book a flight to South Africa right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are simply researching potential flights to South Africa, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to South Africa and alert you when they change.


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Cheapest flight routes to South Africa

These routes have the cheapest flights to South Africa found by momondo users in Australia
DepartingDestinationBest TimeBest Price
PerthJohannesburg18h 40m$1,547
MelbourneJohannesburg19h 45m$1,556
BrisbaneJohannesburg18h 50m$1,602
SydneyJohannesburg14h 20m$1,709
MelbourneCape Town23h 00m$1,722
SydneyCape Town31h 50m$1,782
AdelaideCape Town31h 25m$1,802
BrisbaneCape Town21h 40m$1,821
MelbourneDurban29h 10m$1,846
PerthCape Town24h 30m$1,879
PerthDurban16h 55m$1,885
MelbournePhalaborwa39h 55m$1,888
AdelaideJohannesburg28h 10m$2,052
BrisbaneDurban21h 15m$2,089
DarwinJohannesburg40h 05m$2,100
LauncestonJohannesburg46h 20m$2,114