Which airlines fly to South Africa?

KLM, TAAG and Condor are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Europe according to our data. KLM is the first choice among our users, with 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 16 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Europe to South Africa on average per week?

As of February 2026, there are 311 flights per week flying from Europe to South Africa. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

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

Kenya Airways, Lufthansa, and SWISS are the most popular carriers operating from Europe to South Africa

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

Prices for flights from Europe to South Africa refresh daily.

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

As of February 2026, there are 17 operators available to choose from for flights from Europe to South Africa.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Europe 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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20:00 - 12:10

FRA

JNB

15h 10m

1 stop

19:20 - 8:55

JNB

FRA

14h 35m

1 stop

R9 295Air France

Mo, Mrz 2 - Mo, Mrz 16

14:15 - 12:10

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JNB

20h 55m

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23:59 - 13:40

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FRA

14h 41m

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R9 311KLM

Sa, Feb 28 - So, Mrz 15

22:00 - 9:30

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JNB

10h 30mdirect

10:10 - 22:00

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FRA

12h 50m

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R9 456Lufthansa

Sa, Feb 21 - So, Mrz 8

22:00 - 9:30

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JNB

10h 30mdirect

19:45 - 5:30

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10h 45mdirect

R9 632Lufthansa

Sa, Feb 21 - So, Mrz 8

10:10 - 3:55

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16h 45m

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16h 50m

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R9 664Ethiopian Air

Mo, Jun 1 - Mo, Jun 8

10:00 - 3:55

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JNB

15h 55m

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17h 10m

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R9 680Ethiopian Air

Mo, Mrz 2 - Sa, Mrz 14

17:45 - 10:30

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15h 45m

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16h 55m

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R9 840Turkish Airlines

Sa, Apr 25 - So, Mai 3

17:45 - 10:30

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15h 45m

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17:50 - 9:55

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17h 05m

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Mi, Apr 8 - Do, Apr 23

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27h 05m

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Mi, Mrz 4 - Do, Mrz 19

17:25 - 13:35

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18h 10m

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27h 05m

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R11 603Kenya Airways

Di, Mrz 3 - Mo, Mrz 9

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Feb 18

LHR20:30London Heathrow

15h 50m

1 stop

JNB14:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 4

JNB3:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 10m

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LHR6:20London Heathrow

R9 872

RwandAir

Mar 10

LHR20:30London Heathrow

15h 50m

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JNB14:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 24

JNB16:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

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LHR6:20London Heathrow

R9 888

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Feb 26

LHR20:30London Heathrow

27h 50m

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JNB16:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 30m

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LHR6:20London Heathrow

R9 920

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Feb 21

FRA22:00Frankfurt am Main

10h 30m

JNB9:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 8

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

12h 50m

1 stop

FRA22:00Frankfurt am Main

R9 456

Lufthansa

Feb 21

FRA22:00Frankfurt am Main

10h 30m

JNB9:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 8

JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

10h 45m

FRA5:30Frankfurt am Main

R9 632

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May 11

LHR20:25London Heathrow

33h 15m

1 stop

JNB6:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

May 18

JNB8:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 55m

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LHR22:40London Heathrow

R9 648

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14:15-12:10

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Di 3/3

17:25-13:35

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14:25-15:30

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Europe is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around R11 699, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in May, then you should wait until March to fly from Europe, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R11 747.

What is the cheapest Europe to South Africa flight route?

Fly from Frankfurt am Main to Johannesburg OR Tambo for the best Europe - South Africa flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Europe when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R14 285 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 Europe for as low as R13 142 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Europe to South Africa flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Europe to South Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best price found	R7 989
Fastest flight time	9h 55m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in South Africa	65 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Europe in the past 72 hours is R7 989. The best return flight deal from Europe to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R10 479.

The fastest flight from Europe to South Africa takes 9h 55m

Direct flights go from Europe to South Africa every day.

There are 65 airports in South Africa. From Europe there are direct flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

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As of February 2026, there are 17 operators available to choose from for flights from Europe to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Europe to South Africa?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Europe 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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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R3 303	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 958 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Condor	PriceFrom R4 026	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,4 400 reviews	Search Condor flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R5 327	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 729 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R6 226	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 512 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R6 508	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 389 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R6 941	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 208 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R7 832	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 775 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R7 852	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 291 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R8 539	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 867 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom R8 764	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,6 407 reviews	Search Egyptair flights

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Can stopping save me money on Europe to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 41% on your flight if you consider stops on a Europe to South Africa flight.

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

Kenya Airways, Lufthansa, and SWISS are the most popular carriers operating from Europe to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

How many flights depart from Europe to South Africa on average per week?

As of February 2026, there are 311 flights per week flying from Europe to South Africa. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

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