How long is the flight from Mexico to South Africa?

On average, it takes 21h 40m 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 42h 47m.

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

United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating 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 many operators does momondo search for flights from Mexico to South Africa?

The number of operators available for flights from Mexico to South Africa is 1 as of April 2026.

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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16:45 - 18:35

MEX

JNB

65h 50m

2 stops

19:45 - 5:05

JNB

MEX

41h 20m

2 stops

R19 207United Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 8

12:50 - 18:30

MEX

JNB

21h 40m

1 stop

15:05 - 21:15

JNB

MEX

38h 10m

2 stops

R19 339United Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Nov 18

20:05 - 21:20

MEX

JNB

41h 15m

1 stop

18:50 - 19:50

JNB

MEX

33h 00m

1 stop

R20 465Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jun 2 - Sat, Jun 13

20:05 - 21:20

MEX

JNB

41h 15m

1 stop

18:50 - 19:50

JNB

MEX

33h 00m

1 stop

R20 482Multiple Airlines

Wed, May 27 - Mon, Jun 8

22:05 - 10:20

MEX

JNB

28h 15m

1 stop

18:50 - 16:55

JNB

MEX

30h 05m

1 stop

R20 531Air France

Sat, Jun 13 - Sun, Jun 21

20:05 - 21:25

MEX

CPT

41h 20m

1 stop

23:15 - 17:59

CPT

MEX

26h 44m

1 stop

R20 581KLM

Wed, May 27 - Thu, Jun 11

7:05 - 19:40

MEX

JNB

28h 35m

1 stop

23:59 - 21:55

JNB

MEX

29h 56m

2 stops

R20 945Delta

Fri, Sep 11 - Wed, Jan 13

22:05 - 21:25

MEX

CPT

39h 20m

2 stops

23:15 - 16:55

CPT

MEX

49h 40m

2 stops

R21 955Air France

Tue, Jun 9 - Tue, Jun 16

22:20 - 21:25

MEX

CPT

39h 05m

1 stop

23:15 - 17:59

CPT

MEX

26h 44m

1 stop

R22 204KLM

Tue, Jun 9 - Tue, Jun 16

9:15 - 21:20

BJX

JNB

28h 05m

2 stops

23:15 - 15:53

JNB

BJX

48h 38m

2 stops

R24 803Delta

Tue, Aug 4 - Wed, Aug 12

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Delta flights from Mexico to South Africa

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Delta

Sept 11

MEX7:05Mexico City Benito Juarez

28h 35m

1 stop

JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 13

JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 56m

2 stops

MEX21:55Mexico City Benito Juarez

R20 945

Delta

Sept 23

MEX11:15Mexico City Benito Juarez

24h 25m

1 stop

JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 8

JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 01m

2 stops

MEX22:00Mexico City Benito Juarez

R24 572

Delta

Aug 4

BJX9:15León Del Bajio

28h 05m

2 stops

JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 12

JNB23:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

48h 38m

2 stops

BJX15:53León Del Bajio

R24 803

United Airlines flights from Mexico to South Africa

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

United Airlines

Oct 26

MEX16:45Mexico City Benito Juarez

65h 50m

2 stops

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 8

JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

41h 20m

2 stops

MEX5:05Mexico City Benito Juarez

R19 207

United Airlines

Sept 23

MEX12:50Mexico City Benito Juarez

21h 40m

1 stop

JNB18:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 18

JNB15:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

38h 10m

2 stops

MEX21:15Mexico City Benito Juarez

R19 339

United Airlines

Sept 1

MEX8:45Mexico City Benito Juarez

49h 45m

2 stops

JNB18:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 9

JNB19:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

41h 00m

2 stops

MEX4:00Mexico City Benito Juarez

R20 084

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Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 26/10

16:45-18:35

2 stops65h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

19:45-5:05

2 stops41h 20m

R19 207

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 23/9

12:50-18:30

1 stop21h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

15:05-21:15

2 stops38h 10m

R19 339

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 2/6

20:05-21:20

1 stop41h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

18:50-19:50

1 stop33h 00m

R20 465

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 27/5

20:05-21:20

1 stop41h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

18:50-19:50

1 stop33h 00m

R20 482

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Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 13/6

22:05-10:20

1 stop28h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

18:50-16:55

1 stop30h 05m

R20 531

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 27/5

20:05-21:25

1 stop41h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/6

23:15-17:59

1 stop26h 44m

R20 581

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 11/9

7:05-19:40

1 stop28h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/1

23:59-21:55

2 stops29h 56m

R20 945

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 9/6

22:05-21:25

2 stops39h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/6

23:15-16:55

2 stops49h 40m

R21 955

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 9/6

22:20-21:25

1 stop39h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/6

23:15-17:59

1 stop26h 44m

R22 204

LeónJohannesburg

BJX - JNB

BJXJNB

León Del Bajio

Tue 4/8

9:15-21:20

2 stops28h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

23:15-15:53

2 stops48h 38m

R24 803

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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 April. Flight prices, which tend to average around R8 858, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in April, then you should wait until August to fly from Mexico, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R9 885.

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You could potentially save up to 11% on your flight if you consider stops on a Mexico to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	21h 40m
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The fastest flight from Mexico to South Africa takes 21h 40m

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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 many operators does momondo search for flights from Mexico to South Africa?
The number of operators available for flights from Mexico to South Africa is 1 as of April 2026.
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.

Best airlines flying from Mexico to South Africa

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