Which airlines fly to Boston?

Based on our data, the most popular airlines that fly to Boston from South Africa are Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines, KLM and British Airways. There may also be other airline options depending on where in South Africa you’re flying from.

SWISS Flights to Boston

SWISS is a popular choice for users travelling to Boston. It operates 3 flights every week to Boston, most often flying from Zurich. SWISS ticket prices will depend on when and where you need to fly from - deals as low as R10 808 (from Johannesburg OR Tambo) have been found by momondo users. In 1 788 reviews, momondo users have rated SWISS at an average score of 7,5/10.

Etihad Airways Flights to Boston

Etihad Airways (7,4/10, 1 305 reviews) is also a popular choice for flights to Boston, with deals from as low as R12 331 from Johannesburg OR Tambo, return. With 17 Etihad Airways flights to Boston on average each week, prices can vary significantly by origin and availability.

How long does it take to fly to Boston?

The flight from South Africa to Boston depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo (a popular airport in South Africa) to Boston Logan Intl (the most popular airport in Boston), then the flight time is 19h 43m on average. If you fly from Cape Town Intl (another popular airport in South Africa) to Boston Logan Intl, then the average flight time is 20h 47m.

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20:50 - 0:45CPT-BOS

34h 55m2 stops

6:01 - 16:10BOS-CPT

27h 09m2 stops

R13 516United Airlines

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Fri, Dec 19 - Sat, Jan 3

22:00 - 17:00JNB-BOS

25h 00m1 stop

15:05 - 19:40BOS-JNB

22h 35m1 stop

R13 584Delta

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Sun, Mar 22 - Wed, Apr 22

22:00 - 12:30JNB-BOS

21h 30m1 stop

20:00 - 8:35BOS-JNB

29h 35m1 stop

R13 601Virgin Atlantic

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Wed, Dec 17 - Wed, Dec 24

20:15 - 12:15JNB-BOS

22h 00m1 stop

23:10 - 10:15BOS-JNB

29h 05m1 stop

R13 841Virgin Atlantic

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Fri, May 1 - Sat, May 9

23:15 - 16:30CPT-BOS

23h 15m1 stop

18:40 - 21:25BOS-CPT

20h 45m1 stop

R14 730KLM

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Wed, Apr 29 - Tue, May 12

19:20 - 13:35JNB-BOS

25h 15m1 stop

20:25 - 12:10BOS-JNB

32h 45m1 stop

R15 911KLM

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18:50 - 17:00CPT-BOS

28h 10m1 stop

21:25 - 11:00BOS-CPT

31h 35m2 stops

R20 308British Airways

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Wed, May 13 - Sun, May 17

18:55 - 14:55CPT-BOS

26h 00m2 stops

22:35 - 8:05BOS-CPT

27h 30m1 stop

R22 737British Airways

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Wed, Mar 11 - Sun, Mar 15

10:55 - 14:30BFN-BOS

33h 35m2 stops

23:05 - 13:45BOS-BFN

32h 40m2 stops

R26 980Emirates

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Wed, Mar 18 - Sun, Mar 22

18:50 - 14:30BFN-BOS

49h 40m2 stops

23:05 - 10:20BOS-BFN

53h 15m2 stops

R26 997Emirates

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Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/12

20:50-0:45

2 stops34h 55m

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 3/1

6:01-16:10

2 stops27h 09m

R13 516

JohannesburgBoston

JNB - BOS

JNBBOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

22:00-17:00

1 stop25h 00m

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 22/4

15:05-19:40

1 stop22h 35m

R13 584

JohannesburgBoston

JNB - BOS

JNBBOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/12

22:00-12:30

1 stop21h 30m

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 24/12

20:00-8:35

1 stop29h 35m

R13 601

JohannesburgBoston

JNB - BOS

JNBBOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

20:15-12:15

1 stop22h 00m

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 9/5

23:10-10:15

1 stop29h 05m

R13 841

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/4

23:15-16:30

1 stop23h 15m

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 12/5

18:40-21:25

1 stop20h 45m

R14 730

JohannesburgBoston

JNB - BOS

JNBBOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

19:20-13:35

1 stop25h 15m

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 31/12

20:25-12:10

1 stop32h 45m

R15 911

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

18:50-17:00

1 stop28h 10m

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 17/5

21:25-11:00

2 stops31h 35m

R20 308

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

18:55-14:55

2 stops26h 00m

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 15/3

22:35-8:05

1 stop27h 30m

R22 737

BloemfonteinBoston

BFN - BOS

BFNBOS

Bloemfontein Intl

Wed 18/3

10:55-14:30

2 stops33h 35m

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 22/3

23:05-13:45

2 stops32h 40m

R26 980

BloemfonteinBoston

BFN - BOS

BFNBOS

Bloemfontein Intl

Wed 18/3

18:50-14:30

2 stops49h 40m

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 22/3

23:05-10:20

2 stops53h 15m

R26 997

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Boston?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Boston. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R13 824. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to Boston from South Africa during October instead. Flights to Boston in October, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around R13 943.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Boston?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Boston from South Africa. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was R14 627. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to Boston is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around R17 985.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Boston?

Our data shows that the cheapest South Africa to Boston flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Boston in the afternoon for as low as R13 279. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R16 930.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Boston?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Boston from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Boston for around R15 751 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Boston from South Africa for as low as R14 645 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO BOSTON FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	May	13% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Boston costs on average just R13 824 in May
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO BOSTON FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	April	12% more expensive	It costs about R17 656 for flights to Boston from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in April
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO BOSTON FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	June	376% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Boston from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in June than any other month

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Summary info about Boston flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R9 786
Best Round-Trip Price	R13 516
Fastest flight time	24h 25m
Popular in	January

The best one-way flight price to Boston from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R9 786 (Cape Town Intl to Boston Logan Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to Boston from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R13 516 (Cape Town Intl to Boston Logan Intl).

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The fastest flight to Boston from South Africa takes 24h 25m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Boston Logan Intl).

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January has the highest demand for flights to Boston, with a 3% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Boston

How far in advance should I book a flight to Boston?

The ideal time to book your flight to Boston is 73 days in advance, when prices tend to average R15 751.

Is there an alternative airport near Boston?

Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Boston is possible. If you are planning a flight to Boston, consider booking flights to Norwood Memorial Airport (21 km from Boston city centre), Bedford Hanscom Field Airport (22 km from Boston city centre), Beverly Airport (27 km from Boston city centre), Manchester Airport (70 km from Boston city centre) or Providence-TFGreen Airport (77 km from Boston city centre).

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Boston?

The cheapest airport near Boston is typically Providence-TFGreen Airport, with an average price of R1 445/person. These prices vary based on where travellers are coming from. It is suggested that travellers looking to save money try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Boston Logan Intl Airport?

Prices for flights to Boston Logan Intl Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Boston Logan Intl Airport?

As of November 2025, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights to Boston Logan Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly to Boston Logan Intl Airport?

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 Boston Logan Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Boston Logan Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Boston Logan Intl Airport 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 Boston Logan Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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