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

United Airlines, Delta, and Air France 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 27h 15m 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 28h 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 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 November 2025.

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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10:10 - 19:15MEX-CPT

25h 05m2 stops

21:30 - 16:35CPT-MEX

27h 05m2 stops

R17 176Delta

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Sun, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 25

12:35 - 19:15MEX-CPT

22h 40m1 stop

21:30 - 16:35CPT-MEX

27h 05m2 stops

R17 210Delta

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Sun, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 25

12:25 - 18:35MEX-JNB

46h 10m2 stops

15:05 - 21:50JNB-MEX

38h 45m2 stops

R17 384United Airlines

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Sun, Feb 8 - Sun, Feb 22

7:50 - 18:00MEX-CPT

26h 10m2 stops

20:50 - 18:55CPT-MEX

30h 05m2 stops

R18 096United Airlines

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Wed, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 29

19:55 - 12:10MEX-JNB

32h 15m1 stop

19:20 - 20:55JNB-MEX

33h 35m1 stop

R18 721Air France

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Mon, Feb 2 - Sun, Feb 15

8:40 - 22:05MEX-JNB

29h 25m2 stops

19:20 - 20:55JNB-MEX

33h 35m1 stop

R19 225Multiple Airlines

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Sat, Jan 31 - Mon, Feb 16

8:40 - 22:05MEX-JNB

29h 25m2 stops

23:59 - 20:55JNB-MEX

28h 56m2 stops

R19 763Multiple Airlines

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Sat, Jan 31 - Mon, Feb 16

14:49 - 5:50TIJ-CPT

53h 01m2 stops

7:55 - 10:34CPT-TIJ

36h 39m2 stops

R26 762Air France

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Sun, Jan 25 - Wed, Jan 28

21:00 - 13:00MEX-PLZ

32h 00m2 stops

13:30 - 19:00PLZ-MEX

37h 30m2 stops

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Mon, Jan 26 - Thu, Jan 29

21:00 - 13:00MEX-PLZ

32h 00m2 stops

7:00 - 19:00PLZ-MEX

44h 00m2 stops

R32 927Lufthansa

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United Airlines flights from Mexico to South Africa

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

United Airlines

Feb 8

MEX12:25Mexico City Benito Juarez

46h 10m

2 stops

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 22

JNB15:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

38h 45m

2 stops

MEX21:50Mexico City Benito Juarez

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Dec 10

MEX7:50Mexico City Benito Juarez

26h 10m

2 stops

CPT18:00Cape Town Intl

Dec 29

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

30h 05m

2 stops

MEX18:55Mexico City Benito Juarez

R18 096

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Jan 23

MEX9:05Mexico City Benito Juarez

25h 30m

2 stops

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 31

JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 05m

2 stops

MEX21:50Mexico City Benito Juarez

R18 113

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Air France flights from Mexico to South Africa

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Air France

Feb 2

MEX19:55Mexico City Benito Juarez

32h 15m

1 stop

JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 15

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 35m

1 stop

MEX20:55Mexico City Benito Juarez

R18 721

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Air France

Dec 2

MEX19:55Mexico City Benito Juarez

32h 15m

1 stop

JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 8

JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 56m

2 stops

MEX20:55Mexico City Benito Juarez

R20 909

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Dec 2

MEX23:05Mexico City Benito Juarez

29h 05m

1 stop

JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 8

JNB23:59Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 56m

2 stops

MEX20:55Mexico City Benito Juarez

R20 961

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MEX - CPT

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10:10-19:15

2 stops25h 05m

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21:30-16:35

2 stops27h 05m

R17 176

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

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Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 18/1

12:35-19:15

1 stop22h 40m

Cape Town Intl

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21:30-16:35

2 stops27h 05m

R17 210

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 8/2

12:25-18:35

2 stops46h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/2

15:05-21:50

2 stops38h 45m

R17 384

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 10/12

7:50-18:00

2 stops26h 10m

Cape Town Intl

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20:50-18:55

2 stops30h 05m

R18 096

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

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19:55-12:10

1 stop32h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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19:20-20:55

1 stop33h 35m

R18 721

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 31/1

8:40-22:05

2 stops29h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

19:20-20:55

1 stop33h 35m

R19 225

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 31/1

8:40-22:05

2 stops29h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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23:59-20:55

2 stops28h 56m

R19 763

TijuanaCape Town

TIJ - CPT

TIJCPT

Tijuana Rodriguez

Sun 25/1

14:49-5:50

2 stops53h 01m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/1

7:55-10:34

2 stops36h 39m

R26 762

Mexico CityPort Elizabeth

MEX - PLZ

MEXPLZ

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 26/1

21:00-13:00

2 stops32h 00m

Port Elizabeth

Thu 29/1

13:30-19:00

2 stops37h 30m

R32 875

Mexico CityPort Elizabeth

MEX - PLZ

MEXPLZ

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 26/1

21:00-13:00

2 stops32h 00m

Port Elizabeth

Thu 29/1

7:00-19:00

2 stops44h 00m

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Mexico to South Africa

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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 May. Flight prices, which tend to average around R20 753, 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 November to fly from Mexico, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R22 073.

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

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Mexico. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was R19 897. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Mexico to South Africa on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around R35 319. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

Flying to South Africa from Mexico in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R27 038 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the evening when prices are around R27 196.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Mexico when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R26 319 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 Mexico for as low as R21 014 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a Mexico to South Africa flight.

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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 November 2025.
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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United Airlines	PriceFrom R18 176	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 037 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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