How long is the flight from Mexico to South Africa?

On average, it takes 27h 20m 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.

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

United Airlines and Delta 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 June 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.

R9 754 Cheap Flights from Mexico to South Africa in 2026

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16:45 - 18:35

MEX

JNB

41h 50m

2 stops

15:05 - 21:15

JNB

MEX

38h 10m

2 stops

R18 190United Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Nov 5

6:15 - 9:55

MEX

JNB

43h 40m

2 stops

20:40 - 1:25

JNB

MEX

36h 45m

2 stops

R18 271Air Canada

Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 8

8:40 - 18:35

MEX

JNB

25h 55m

2 stops

19:45 - 10:05

JNB

MEX

46h 20m

2 stops

R18 922United Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Nov 11

12:30 - 22:00

MEX

JNB

49h 30m

2 stops

21:55 - 14:35

JNB

MEX

48h 40m

2 stops

R19 655Delta

Sat, Nov 28 - Sun, Dec 6

13:10 - 19:40

MEX

JNB

22h 30m

1 stop

21:55 - 11:50

JNB

MEX

21h 55m

1 stop

R19 704Delta

Sun, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 17

14:00 - 5:50

CUN

CPT

32h 50m

2 stops

0:30 - 9:45

CPT

CUN

40h 15m

2 stops

R26 169KLM

Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Dec 14

19:05 - 13:50

CUN

CPT

35h 45m

2 stops

18:35 - 16:55

CPT

CUN

29h 20m

1 stop

R26 934Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Tue, Dec 15

20:01 - 10:55

BJX

CPT

54h 54m

2 stops

15:50 - 19:55

CPT

BJX

36h 05m

2 stops

R27 879Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jul 27 - Mon, Aug 3

19:05 - 10:45

CUN

CPT

32h 40m

1 stop

18:35 - 16:55

CPT

CUN

29h 20m

1 stop

R29 149Condor

Mon, Oct 26 - Tue, Dec 15

14:15 - 21:25

CUN

CPT

48h 10m

2 stops

23:15 - 17:40

CPT

CUN

49h 25m

2 stops

R34 881KLM

Thu, Jul 9 - Wed, Jul 15

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Delta flights from Mexico to South Africa

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Delta

Nov 28

MEX12:30Mexico City Benito Juarez

49h 30m

2 stops

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 6

JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

48h 40m

2 stops

MEX14:35Mexico City Benito Juarez

R19 655

Delta

Oct 4

MEX13:10Mexico City Benito Juarez

22h 30m

1 stop

JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 17

JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 55m

1 stop

MEX11:50Mexico City Benito Juarez

R19 704

Delta

Sept 20

MEX13:10Mexico City Benito Juarez

22h 30m

1 stop

JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 1

JNB23:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m

2 stops

MEX21:10Mexico City Benito Juarez

R20 502

Air France flights from Mexico to South Africa

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Air France

Jun 18

MEX22:05Mexico City Benito Juarez

28h 15m

1 stop

JNB10:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jul 4

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 00m

1 stop

MEX19:50Mexico City Benito Juarez

R21 674

Air France

Jun 18

MEX22:05Mexico City Benito Juarez

28h 15m

1 stop

JNB10:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jul 4

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 00m

1 stop

MEX19:50Mexico City Benito Juarez

R22 049

Air France

Nov 30

MEX19:55Mexico City Benito Juarez

32h 15m

1 stop

JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 7

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

41h 05m

1 stop

MEX4:25Mexico City Benito Juarez

R22 945

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Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 27/10

16:45-18:35

2 stops41h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

15:05-21:15

2 stops38h 10m

R18 190

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 25/10

6:15-9:55

2 stops43h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

20:40-1:25

2 stops36h 45m

R18 271

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 26/10

8:40-18:35

2 stops25h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

19:45-10:05

2 stops46h 20m

R18 922

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 28/11

12:30-22:00

2 stops49h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/12

21:55-14:35

2 stops48h 40m

R19 655

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Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 4/10

13:10-19:40

1 stop22h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/10

21:55-11:50

1 stop21h 55m

R19 704

CancúnCape Town

CUN - CPT

CUNCPT

Cancun

Mon 26/10

14:00-5:50

2 stops32h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/12

0:30-9:45

2 stops40h 15m

R26 169

CancúnCape Town

CUN - CPT

CUNCPT

Cancun

Mon 26/10

19:05-13:50

2 stops35h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/12

18:35-16:55

1 stop29h 20m

R26 934

LeónCape Town

BJX - CPT

BJXCPT

León Del Bajio

Mon 27/7

20:01-10:55

2 stops54h 54m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/8

15:50-19:55

2 stops36h 05m

R27 879

CancúnCape Town

CUN - CPT

CUNCPT

Cancun

Mon 26/10

19:05-10:45

1 stop32h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/12

18:35-16:55

1 stop29h 20m

R29 149

CancúnCape Town

CUN - CPT

CUNCPT

Cancun

Thu 9/7

14:15-21:25

2 stops48h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/7

23:15-17:40

2 stops49h 25m

R34 881

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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 August. Flight prices, which tend to average around R9 722, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in August, then you should wait until February to fly from Mexico, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R16 170.

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

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	22h 35m
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The fastest flight from Mexico to South Africa takes 22h 35m

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 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 June 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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom R17 043	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 810 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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