How long is the flight from Kentucky to South Africa?

On average, it takes 25h 25m to fly from Kentucky to South Africa if you fly out of Louisville (the most popular airport in Kentucky) and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa). If you’re flying out of Lexington and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 34h 47m.

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

Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Kentucky to South Africa

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

Prices for flights from Kentucky to South Africa are updated daily.

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

As of July 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Kentucky to South Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly from Kentucky 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 Kentucky to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

R13 024 Cheap Flights from Kentucky to South Africa in 2026

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20:30 - 8:20

BNA

JNB

52h 50m

2 stops

9:45 - 8:25

JNB

BNA

53h 40m

2 stops

R21 596Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Sat, Oct 24

8:54 - 8:15

BNA

JNB

40h 21m

2 stops

9:45 - 16:19

JNB

BNA

37h 34m

2 stops

R22 014Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 19

9:00 - 8:20

BNA

JNB

40h 20m

2 stops

9:50 - 16:40

JNB

BNA

37h 50m

2 stops

R22 014Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Sun, Oct 25

10:30 - 8:20

CVG

JNB

38h 50m

2 stops

9:50 - 21:57

JNB

CVG

43h 07m

2 stops

R22 014Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 14

11:57 - 8:20

LEX

JNB

38h 23m

2 stops

9:45 - 21:13

JNB

LEX

41h 28m

2 stops

R22 031Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 14

8:48 - 8:20

CVG

JNB

40h 32m

2 stops

9:50 - 16:34

JNB

CVG

37h 44m

2 stops

R22 031Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 17

11:45 - 21:25

CVG

CPT

27h 40m

2 stops

20:50 - 12:35

CPT

CVG

21h 45m

1 stop

R22 182Delta

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27

6:18 - 8:20

SDF

JNB

44h 02m

2 stops

9:45 - 22:33

JNB

SDF

42h 48m

2 stops

R22 182Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21

17:00 - 17:50

BNA

CPT

17h 50m

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20:05 - 14:39

CPT

BNA

25h 34m

1 stop

R29 665Virgin Atlantic

Mon, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 27

14:03 - 17:50

BNA

CPT

20h 47m

1 stop

20:05 - 18:02

CPT

BNA

28h 57m

1 stop

R29 665Virgin Atlantic

Mon, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 27

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American Airlines flights from Kentucky to South Africa

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American Airlines

Nov 6

CVG18:44Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

32h 41m

2 stops

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 14

JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 20m

1 stop

CVG18:55Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

R29 698

American Airlines

Nov 6

CVG18:44Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

32h 41m

2 stops

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 14

JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 20m

1 stop

CVG18:55Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

R29 715

Egyptair flights from Kentucky to South Africa

Our best Egyptair deals on Kentucky to South Africa flight tickets

Egyptair

Sept 14

SDF18:10Louisville Intl

18h 20m

1 stop

JNB18:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 21

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 09m

2 stops

SDF20:09Louisville Intl

R33 549

Egyptair

Jul 31

BNA9:25Nashville Intl

26h 05m

1 stop

JNB18:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 2

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 32m

1 stop

BNA16:32Nashville Intl

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Nashville Intl

Fri 16/10

20:30-8:20

2 stops52h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/10

9:45-8:25

2 stops53h 40m

R21 596

NashvilleJohannesburg

BNA - JNB

BNAJNB

Nashville Intl

Thu 10/9

8:54-8:15

2 stops40h 21m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

9:45-16:19

2 stops37h 34m

R22 014

NashvilleJohannesburg

BNA - JNB

BNAJNB

Nashville Intl

Sat 17/10

9:00-8:20

2 stops40h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/10

9:50-16:40

2 stops37h 50m

R22 014

CincinnatiJohannesburg

CVG - JNB

CVGJNB

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 5/11

10:30-8:20

2 stops38h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/11

9:50-21:57

2 stops43h 07m

R22 014

LexingtonJohannesburg

LEX - JNB

LEXJNB

Lexington Blue Grass

Mon 7/9

11:57-8:20

2 stops38h 23m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

9:45-21:13

2 stops41h 28m

R22 031

CincinnatiJohannesburg

CVG - JNB

CVGJNB

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 4/11

8:48-8:20

2 stops40h 32m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/11

9:50-16:34

2 stops37h 44m

R22 031

CincinnatiCape Town

CVG - CPT

CVGCPT

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 20/10

11:45-21:25

2 stops27h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/10

20:50-12:35

1 stop21h 45m

R22 182

LouisvilleJohannesburg

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Mon 14/9

6:18-8:20

2 stops44h 02m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

9:45-22:33

2 stops42h 48m

R22 182

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NashvilleCape Town

BNA - CPT

BNACPT

Nashville Intl

Mon 31/8

17:00-17:50

1 stop17h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/9

20:05-14:39

1 stop25h 34m

R29 665

NashvilleCape Town

BNA - CPT

BNACPT

Nashville Intl

Mon 31/8

14:03-17:50

1 stop20h 47m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/9

20:05-18:02

1 stop28h 57m

R29 665

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Kentucky is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R0, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in March, then you should wait until September to fly from Kentucky, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R21 328.

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Fastest flight time	18h 44m
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The fastest flight from Kentucky to South Africa takes 18h 44m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Kentucky to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Kentucky to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Kentucky to South Africa are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Kentucky to South Africa?
As of July 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Kentucky to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Kentucky 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 Kentucky to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Kentucky to South Africa?

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Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Kentucky to South Africa flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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