How long is the flight from Alberta to South Africa?

On average, it takes 21h 25m to fly from Alberta to South Africa if you fly out of Calgary (the most popular airport in Alberta) and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa). If you’re flying out of Edmonton and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 26h.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Alberta to South Africa?

WestJet and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Alberta to South Africa

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

Prices for flights from Alberta to South Africa were last updated today.

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

There is 1 operator available for flights from Alberta to South Africa as of February 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Alberta 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.

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6:00 - 17:50

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27h 50m

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20:05 - 16:55

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28h 50m

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R16 520Delta

Sat, Apr 25 - Sun, May 3

15:55 - 17:50

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27h 45m

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R16 552Delta

Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 28

15:55 - 17:50

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65h 55m

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20:05 - 15:50

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YEG

27h 45m

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R16 568Delta

Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 28

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48h 35m

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20:00 - 17:30

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R16 680Lufthansa

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26h 25m

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R16 695Air Canada

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R16 886KLM

Sun, Apr 12 - Tue, Apr 28

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18:50 - 15:59

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29h 09m

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R17 109Multiple Airlines

Thu, May 14 - Mon, May 18

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R17 205Multiple Airlines

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17:35 - 21:25

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R17 428KLM

Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 28

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41h 05m

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8:45 - 9:31

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56h 46m

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R18 367Air Canada

Tue, Jun 2 - Mon, Jun 22

American Airlines flights from Alberta to South Africa

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American Airlines

Jun 2

YYC11:31Calgary

37h 54m

2 stops

JNB9:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 24

JNB21:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 28m

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YYC21:43Calgary

R17 682

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May 13

YYC13:40Calgary

33h 20m

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JNB7:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 1

JNB19:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 13m

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YYC23:38Calgary

R17 762

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Jun 2

YYC11:31Calgary

35h 29m

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JNB7:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 23

JNB21:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 28m

2 stops

YYC21:43Calgary

R18 271

British Airways flights from Alberta to South Africa

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British Airways

Jun 3

YYC13:40Calgary

59h 45m

2 stops

JNB9:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 24

JNB19:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 13m

2 stops

YYC23:38Calgary

R17 841

British Airways

Mar 3

YYC12:45Calgary

36h 40m

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JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 17

JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 21m

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YYC21:56Calgary

R18 303

British Airways

Jun 6

YYC6:45Calgary

40h 15m

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JNB7:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 24

JNB19:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 13m

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YYC23:38Calgary

R18 430

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EdmontonCape Town

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Edmonton

Tue 7/4

15:55-17:50

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Cape Town Intl

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CalgaryCape Town

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Calgary

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CalgaryJohannesburg

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Calgary

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EdmontonCape Town

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Edmonton

Tue 7/4

17:35-21:25

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Cape Town Intl

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Calgary

Tue 2/6

8:15-9:20

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Mon 22/6

8:45-9:31

2 stops56h 46m

R18 367

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Alberta is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around R17 571, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in January, then you should wait until November to fly from Alberta, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R17 619.

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Alberta when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R23 040 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Alberta for as low as R19 512 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	21h 25m
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The fastest flight from Alberta to South Africa takes 21h 25m

There are no direct flights from Alberta to South Africa. There are no popular flight routes from Alberta to South Africa.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Alberta to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Alberta to South Africa were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Alberta to South Africa?
There is 1 operator available for flights from Alberta to South Africa as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Alberta to South Africa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Alberta 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.

Best airlines flying from Alberta to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
KLM	PriceFrom R16 729	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 461 reviews		Search KLM flights

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