Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Flying to South Africa from Mauritius in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R7 128 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the morning when prices are around R8 549.

Question 2

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

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Mauritius when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R8 328 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 Mauritius for as low as R7 707 on momondo.

Question 3

How many flights depart from Mauritius to South Africa on average per day?

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between Mauritius and South Africa is 5 per day as of February 2026. The most frequent departure time is 16:00, with 66% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

Question 4

What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

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The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Mauritius is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R7 021, 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 November to fly from Mauritius, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R7 531.

Question 5

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

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According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Mauritius. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was R6 388. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Mauritius to South Africa on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around R9 003. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

Question 6

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

Air Mauritius, FlySafair and South African are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Mauritius according to our data. Air Mauritius is the first choice among our users, with 59% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 7

How often are flights from Mauritius to South Africa delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between Mauritius and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 139 minutes.

Question 8

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Air Austral, South African, and FlySafair are the most popular carriers operating from Mauritius to South Africa

Question 10

What is the most punctual flight time for Mauritius to South Africa flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Mauritius to South Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 12

What is the cheapest Mauritius to South Africa flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram. to Johannesburg OR Tambo for the best Mauritius - South Africa flight prices

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a Mauritius to South Africa flight.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between Mauritius and South Africa is 37 per week as of February 2026. The most frequent departure day is Sat, with 22% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Question 15

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Mauritius to South Africa flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, FlySafair have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 5% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

There are 4 operators available for flights from Mauritius to South Africa as of February 2026.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

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 from Mauritius to South Africa.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

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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Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R6 611	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 291 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Air Mauritius	PriceFrom R7 725	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0 0 reviews	Search Air Mauritius flights

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

What is the cheapest Mauritius to South Africa flight route?

Fly from Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram. to Johannesburg OR Tambo for the best Mauritius - South Africa flight prices

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

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Mauritius to South Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a Mauritius to South Africa flight.

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

Air Austral, South African, and FlySafair are the most popular carriers operating from Mauritius to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

How often are flights from Mauritius to South Africa delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between Mauritius and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 139 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Mauritius to South Africa flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Mauritius to South Africa flights?

According to our data, FlySafair have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 5% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Mauritius to South Africa on average per day?

The number of flights available between Mauritius and South Africa is 5 per day as of February 2026. The most frequent departure time is 16:00, with 66% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

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

The number of flights available between Mauritius and South Africa is 37 per week as of February 2026. The most frequent departure day is Sat, with 22% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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