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 4 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 933 (from Johannesburg OR Tambo) have been found by momondo users. In 1 777 reviews, momondo users have rated SWISS at an average score of 7,5/10.

Etihad Airways Flights to Boston

Etihad Airways (7,4/10, 1 285 reviews) is also a popular choice for flights to Boston, with deals from as low as R12 473 from Johannesburg OR Tambo, return. With 32 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 21h 28m 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 25h 05m.

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22:00 - 12:28JNB-BOS

21h 28m1 stop

6:00 - 18:35BOS-JNB

29h 35m2 stops

R13 620United Airlines

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Sat, Dec 20 - Thu, Feb 5

22:00 - 16:00JNB-BOS

25h 00m1 stop

20:00 - 8:35BOS-JNB

29h 35m1 stop

R13 689Delta

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Tue, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 31

19:20 - 16:20JNB-BOS

28h 00m1 stop

20:25 - 12:10BOS-JNB

32h 45m1 stop

R14 295KLM

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Tue, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 29

20:50 - 16:00CPT-BOS

26h 10m1 stop

20:00 - 12:05BOS-CPT

33h 05m1 stop

R14 381Virgin Atlantic

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Mon, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 8

7:55 - 13:35CPT-BOS

36h 40m1 stop

20:20 - 5:50BOS-CPT

26h 30m1 stop

R15 126KLM

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Sun, Dec 21 - Sun, Jan 4

21:30 - 15:41CPT-BOS

25h 11m1 stop

12:20 - 19:15BOS-CPT

23h 55m1 stop

R18 050Virgin Atlantic

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Thu, Dec 18 - Thu, Dec 25

22:00 - 19:45JNB-BOS

28h 45m1 stop

19:35 - 7:35BOS-JNB

29h 00m2 stops

R18 137British Airways

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Fri, Dec 12 - Tue, Jan 13

18:55 - 13:55CPT-BOS

26h 00m1 stop

5:15 - 17:25BOS-CPT

29h 10m2 stops

R21 875Qatar Airways

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Sun, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 20

16:30 - 14:20CPT-BOS

52h 50m3 stops

6:01 - 17:25BOS-CPT

28h 24m2 stops

R38 074Qatar Airways

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Mon, Dec 22 - Fri, Jan 2

14:00 - 22:35CPT-BOS

38h 35m2 stops

21:50 - 11:00BOS-CPT

31h 10m1 stop

R42 573British Airways

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Price

JohannesburgBoston

JNB - BOS

JNBBOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/12

22:00-12:28

1 stop21h 28m

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 5/2

6:00-18:35

2 stops29h 35m

R13 620

JohannesburgBoston

JNB - BOS

JNBBOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/12

22:00-16:00

1 stop25h 00m

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 31/12

20:00-8:35

1 stop29h 35m

R13 689

JohannesburgBoston

JNB - BOS

JNBBOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/12

19:20-16:20

1 stop28h 00m

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 29/12

20:25-12:10

1 stop32h 45m

R14 295

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/12

20:50-16:00

1 stop26h 10m

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 8/12

20:00-12:05

1 stop33h 05m

R14 381

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/12

7:55-13:35

1 stop36h 40m

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 4/1

20:20-5:50

1 stop26h 30m

R15 126

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18/12

21:30-15:41

1 stop25h 11m

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 25/12

12:20-19:15

1 stop23h 55m

R18 050

JohannesburgBoston

JNB - BOS

JNBBOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/12

22:00-19:45

1 stop28h 45m

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 13/1

19:35-7:35

2 stops29h 00m

R18 137

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 16/11

18:55-13:55

1 stop26h 00m

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 20/11

5:15-17:25

2 stops29h 10m

R21 875

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 22/12

16:30-14:20

3 stops52h 50m

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 2/1

6:01-17:25

2 stops28h 24m

R38 074

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/4

14:00-22:35

2 stops38h 35m

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 18/4

21:50-11:00

1 stop31h 10m

R42 573

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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 R14 001. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to Boston from South Africa during September instead. Flights to Boston in September, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around R14 762.

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 796. 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 R18 193.

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 432. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R17 126.

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 R16 111 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 987 on momondo.

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Summary info about Boston flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R8 549
Best Round-Trip Price	R13 620
Fastest flight time	25h 12m
Popular in	January

The best one-way flight price to Boston from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R8 549 (Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 620 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Boston Logan Intl).

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The fastest flight to Boston from South Africa takes 25h 12m (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 66 days in advance, when prices tend to average R16 111.

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 462/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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