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.

Emirates Flights to Boston

Emirates is a popular choice for users travelling to Boston. It operates 7 flights every week to Boston, most often flying from Dubai Intl. Emirates ticket prices will depend on when and where you need to fly from - deals as low as R17 632 (from Cape Town Intl) have been found by momondo users. In 3 334 reviews, momondo users have rated Emirates at an average score of 8,1/10.

SWISS Flights to Boston

SWISS (7,5/10, 1 730 reviews) is also a popular choice for flights to Boston, with deals from as low as R10 962 from Cape Town Intl, return. With 15 SWISS 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 50m 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 26h 10m.

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9:00 - 20:20CPT-BOS

42h 20m1 stop

21:50 - 22:05BOS-CPT

41h 15m1 stop

R13 639SWISS

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Wed, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 29

14:15 - 20:20CPT-BOS

37h 05m2 stops

21:50 - 7:30BOS-CPT

26h 40m1 stop

R13 726SWISS

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Tue, Nov 18 - Fri, Nov 28

21:30 - 21:25CPT-BOS

30h 55m1 stop

20:00 - 12:05BOS-CPT

33h 05m1 stop

R13 778Virgin Atlantic

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Tue, Nov 18 - Fri, Nov 28

21:55 - 15:20JNB-BOS

24h 25m1 stop

16:20 - 8:40BOS-JNB

33h 20m2 stops

R13 778Virgin Atlantic

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Wed, Nov 26 - Wed, Jan 21

20:50 - 18:48CPT-BOS

28h 58m1 stop

20:40 - 7:40BOS-CPT

28h 00m1 stop

R13 847United Airlines

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Sun, Nov 23 - Mon, Dec 8

8:00 - 18:55CPT-BOS

41h 55m1 stop

15:00 - 21:55BOS-CPT

23h 55m2 stops

R14 281KLM

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Tue, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 27

7:55 - 16:20CPT-BOS

39h 25m1 stop

20:50 - 21:55BOS-CPT

42h 05m1 stop

R14 420KLM

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Mon, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 28

20:50 - 17:15CPT-BOS

27h 25m2 stops

20:40 - 7:40BOS-CPT

28h 00m1 stop

R15 756United Airlines

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Sun, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 9

19:25 - 20:10JNB-BOS

30h 45m1 stop

18:29 - 7:00BOS-JNB

30h 31m2 stops

R17 144British Airways

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Sun, Sep 28 - Wed, Oct 1

19:25 - 14:23JNB-BOS

24h 58m2 stops

18:29 - 7:00BOS-JNB

30h 31m2 stops

R19 313British Airways

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Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 19/11

9:00-20:20

1 stop42h 20m

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 29/11

21:50-22:05

1 stop41h 15m

R13 639

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/11

14:15-20:20

2 stops37h 05m

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 28/11

21:50-7:30

1 stop26h 40m

R13 726

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/11

21:30-21:25

1 stop30h 55m

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 28/11

20:00-12:05

1 stop33h 05m

R13 778

JohannesburgBoston

JNB - BOS

JNBBOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/11

21:55-15:20

1 stop24h 25m

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 21/1

16:20-8:40

2 stops33h 20m

R13 778

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/11

20:50-18:48

1 stop28h 58m

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 8/12

20:40-7:40

1 stop28h 00m

R13 847

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/11

8:00-18:55

1 stop41h 55m

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 27/11

15:00-21:55

2 stops23h 55m

R14 281

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/11

7:55-16:20

1 stop39h 25m

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 28/11

20:50-21:55

1 stop42h 05m

R14 420

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/11

20:50-17:15

2 stops27h 25m

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 9/12

20:40-7:40

1 stop28h 00m

R15 756

JohannesburgBoston

JNB - BOS

JNBBOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/9

19:25-20:10

1 stop30h 45m

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 1/10

18:29-7:00

2 stops30h 31m

R17 144

JohannesburgBoston

JNB - BOS

JNBBOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/9

19:25-14:23

2 stops24h 58m

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 1/10

18:29-7:00

2 stops30h 31m

R19 313

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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 038. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to Boston from South Africa during February instead. Flights to Boston in February, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around R14 871.

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 836. 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 242.

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 468. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R17 172.

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 317 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 316 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Boston Logan Intl

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO BOSTON FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	May	14% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Boston costs on average just R14 038 in May
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO BOSTON FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	November	11% more expensive	It costs about R18 168 for flights to Boston from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in November
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO BOSTON FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	June	365% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Boston from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in June than any other month

Cheap Boston flight deals and tips

Summary info about Boston flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R8 468
Best Round-Trip Price	R13 639
Fastest flight time	26h 10m
Popular in	January

The best one-way flight price to Boston from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R8 468 (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 639 (Cape Town Intl to Boston Logan Intl).

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The fastest flight to Boston from South Africa takes 26h 10m (Cape Town Intl to Boston Logan Intl).

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January has the highest demand for flights to Boston, with a 0% 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 55 days in advance, when prices tend to average R16 317.

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 466/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 September 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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