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

Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Mexico to South Africa

How long is the flight from Mexico to South Africa?

On average, it takes 25h to fly from Mexico to South Africa if you fly out of Mexico City (the most popular airport in Mexico) and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa). If you’re flying out of Guadalajara and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 27h 50m.

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

Prices for flights from Mexico to South Africa were last updated today.

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

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

The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

R12 024 Cheap Flights from Mexico to South Africa in 2026

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8:45 - 17:10

CUN

CPT

25h 25m

1 stop

20:50 - 12:35

CPT

CUN

22h 45m

1 stop

R19 666United Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 31

15:43 - 15:20

CUN

CPT

40h 37m

2 stops

20:50 - 11:10

CPT

CUN

21h 20m

1 stop

R19 715United Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 27

8:00 - 17:50

CUN

CPT

26h 50m

1 stop

20:50 - 15:25

CPT

CUN

25h 35m

1 stop

R19 814Delta

Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Nov 2

8:45 - 12:40

CUN

CPT

44h 55m

2 stops

20:50 - 11:10

CPT

CUN

21h 20m

1 stop

R19 897United Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 27

10:10 - 19:10

MEX

JNB

25h 00m

2 stops

21:20 - 16:35

JNB

MEX

27h 15m

2 stops

R19 947Delta

Fri, Jan 15 - Sat, Jan 30

7:50 - 18:00

MEX

CPT

26h 10m

2 stops

20:50 - 14:25

CPT

MEX

25h 35m

2 stops

R19 947United Airlines

Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Feb 9

8:45 - 15:20

MEX

CPT

22h 35m

1 stop

19:50 - 17:50

CPT

MEX

30h 00m

2 stops

R19 963United Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Sat, Sep 26

8:45 - 15:20

MEX

CPT

22h 35m

1 stop

19:50 - 16:15

CPT

MEX

52h 25m

2 stops

R19 980United Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19

9:05 - 18:35

MEX

JNB

25h 30m

2 stops

22:00 - 10:05

JNB

MEX

44h 05m

2 stops

R19 980United Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 15

8:40 - 18:35

MEX

CPT

25h 55m

1 stop

20:50 - 15:15

CPT

MEX

26h 25m

1 stop

R19 996Delta

Sun, Jan 17 - Sun, Feb 7

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Air Canada flights from Mexico to South Africa

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Air Canada

Sept 1

MEX6:15Mexico City Benito Juarez

42h 20m

2 stops

JNB8:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 9

JNB8:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

46h 25m

2 stops

MEX23:10Mexico City Benito Juarez

R22 047

Air Canada

Aug 31

MEX0:10Mexico City Benito Juarez

48h 25m

2 stops

JNB8:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 9

JNB8:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

46h 25m

2 stops

MEX23:10Mexico City Benito Juarez

R22 113

Air Canada

Aug 31

MEX0:10Mexico City Benito Juarez

48h 25m

2 stops

JNB8:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 9

JNB8:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

46h 25m

2 stops

MEX23:10Mexico City Benito Juarez

R22 279

United Airlines flights from Mexico to South Africa

Our best United Airlines deals on Mexico to South Africa flight tickets

United Airlines

Oct 14

CUN8:45Cancun

25h 25m

1 stop

CPT17:10Cape Town Intl

Oct 31

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

22h 45m

1 stop

CUN12:35Cancun

R19 666

United Airlines

Oct 14

CUN15:43Cancun

40h 37m

2 stops

CPT15:20Cape Town Intl

Oct 27

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

21h 20m

1 stop

CUN11:10Cancun

R19 715

United Airlines

Oct 11

CUN8:45Cancun

44h 55m

2 stops

CPT12:40Cape Town Intl

Oct 27

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

21h 20m

1 stop

CUN11:10Cancun

R19 897

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Wed 14/10

8:45-17:10

1 stop25h 25m

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1 stop22h 45m

R19 666

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Cancun

Wed 14/10

15:43-15:20

2 stops40h 37m

Cape Town Intl

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20:50-11:10

1 stop21h 20m

R19 715

CancúnCape Town

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Cancun

Mon 12/10

8:00-17:50

1 stop26h 50m

Cape Town Intl

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20:50-15:25

1 stop25h 35m

R19 814

CancúnCape Town

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8:45-12:40

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1 stop21h 20m

R19 897

Mexico CityJohannesburg

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Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 15/1

10:10-19:10

2 stops25h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/1

21:20-16:35

2 stops27h 15m

R19 947

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 19/1

7:50-18:00

2 stops26h 10m

Cape Town Intl

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20:50-14:25

2 stops25h 35m

R19 947

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 14/9

8:45-15:20

1 stop22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 26/9

19:50-17:50

2 stops30h 00m

R19 963

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 12/9

8:45-15:20

1 stop22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 19/9

19:50-16:15

2 stops52h 25m

R19 980

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 31/10

9:05-18:35

2 stops25h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/11

22:00-10:05

2 stops44h 05m

R19 980

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 17/1

8:40-18:35

1 stop25h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/2

20:50-15:15

1 stop26h 25m

R19 996

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Mexico is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R19 252, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in February, then you should wait until June to fly from Mexico, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R22 279.

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

You could potentially save up to 15% on your flight if you consider stops on a Mexico to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	21h 06m
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The fastest flight from Mexico to South Africa takes 21h 06m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Mexico to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Mexico to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Mexico to South Africa were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from Mexico 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 Mexico to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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

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