Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Emirates, Qantas Airways and Singapore Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from New Zealand according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Air New Zealand are the most popular carriers operating from New Zealand to South Africa

How long is the flight from New Zealand to South Africa?

On average, it takes 20h to fly from New Zealand to South Africa if you fly out of Christchurch (the most popular airport in New Zealand) and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa). If you’re flying out of Auckland and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 20h 50m.

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

Prices for flights from New Zealand to South Africa refresh daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from New Zealand to South Africa is 6 as of August 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New Zealand to South Africa.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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13:15 - 10:30AKL Auckland Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

32h 15m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl

18:55 - 6:50CPT Cape Town Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

48h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne

R19 907Qatar Airways

Mon, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 21

13:15 - 10:30AKL Auckland Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

32h 15m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl

12:35 - 6:50CPT Cape Town Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

31h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne

R19 956Qatar Airways

Mon, Jan 25 - Mon, Feb 22

12:50 - 6:10WLG Wellington-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 20m2 stops Auckland Intl Singapore Changi

13:40 - 23:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-WLG Wellington

46h 50m2 stops Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith

R19 988Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 14

6:00 - 15:00CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

17:55 - 23:59JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

19h 04m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

R20 773Qantas Airways

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 30

6:05 - 16:25WLG Wellington-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

17:55 - 23:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-WLG Wellington

18h 55m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

R21 083Qantas Airways

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Nov 2

11:20 - 8:20AKL Auckland Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 00m2 stops Singapore Changi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:50 - 9:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-AKL Auckland Intl

36h 45m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Singapore Changi

R21 280Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 24

0:55 - 19:20AKL Auckland Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi

13:45 - 0:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-AKL Auckland Intl

24h 00m2 stops Singapore Changi Brisbane

R21 852Singapore Airlines

Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 18

16:35 - 16:15CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

22:20 - 14:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

30h 25m2 stops Dubai Intl Melbourne

R22 064Emirates

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21

11:20 - 6:10AKL Auckland Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi

13:40 - 13:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-AKL Auckland Intl

36h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi

R22 064Singapore Airlines

Sun, Nov 22 - Sat, Dec 5

6:05 - 16:15AKL Auckland Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

44h 10m2 stops Brisbane Dubai Intl

22:20 - 13:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-AKL Auckland Intl

29h 00m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane

R22 260Emirates

Sun, Sep 13 - Sun, Sep 20

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17:15 - 4:00AKL Auckland Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

44h 45m2 stops Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl

14:05 - 23:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-AKL Auckland Intl

47h 25m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide

R22 424Qatar Airways

Sun, Aug 9 - Sun, Aug 23

20:30 - 16:25AKL Auckland Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

22:20 - 22:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-AKL Auckland Intl

38h 35m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

R22 898Emirates

Sun, Aug 9 - Wed, Aug 26

20:30 - 16:25AKL Auckland Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

13:30 - 10:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-AKL Auckland Intl

34h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl

R23 421Emirates

Sun, Aug 9 - Sun, Aug 23

17:15 - 10:15AKL Auckland Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

51h 00m2 stops Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl

13:15 - 23:30CPT Cape Town Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

48h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide

R23 486Qatar Airways

Mon, Aug 10 - Tue, Aug 25

9:40 - 20:05AKL Auckland Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 25m1 stop Perth

18:45 - 22:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-AKL Auckland Intl

18h 10m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

R24 123Qantas Airways

Sun, Aug 9 - Wed, Aug 26

6:05 - 16:25WLG Wellington-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 20m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

18:45 - 23:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-WLG Wellington

19h 10m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

R24 712Qantas Airways

Mon, Aug 10 - Sat, Aug 29

20:30 - 5:30AKL Auckland Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

43h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl

10:05 - 13:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-AKL Auckland Intl

41h 15m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane

R24 712Multiple Airlines

Sat, Aug 8 - Thu, Aug 20

15:40 - 16:25WLG Wellington-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 45m2 stops Brisbane Dubai Intl

22:20 - 14:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-WLG Wellington

30h 25m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

R28 471Multiple Airlines

Fri, Aug 7 - Sat, Aug 29

6:15 - 9:25AKL Auckland Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

37h 10m3 stops Brisbane Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo

10:40 - 14:15CPT Cape Town Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

41h 35m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi Melbourne

R36 741Singapore Airlines

Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 25

6:15 - 9:25AKL Auckland Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

37h 10m3 stops Brisbane Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo

10:40 - 0:30CPT Cape Town Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

27h 50m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith

R36 741Singapore Airlines

Tue, Aug 11 - Sun, Aug 23

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Oct 8

AKL0:55Auckland Intl

29h 25m

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JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

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JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

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36h 45m

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R22 064

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Nov 14

AKL1:15Auckland Intl

39h 55m

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JNB6:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 30

JNB13:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 45m

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AKL13:25Auckland Intl

R22 652

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Feb 1

AKL13:15Auckland Intl

32h 15m

2 stops

CPT10:30Cape Town Intl

Feb 21

CPT18:55Cape Town Intl

48h 55m

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AKL6:50Auckland Intl

R19 907

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AKL13:15Auckland Intl

32h 15m

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R21 083

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2 stops36h 45m

R21 280

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Sun 18/10

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R21 852

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CHC Christchurch - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Mon 14/9

16:35-16:15

2 stops33h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

22:20-14:45

2 stops30h 25m

R22 064

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL Auckland Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sun 22/11

11:20-6:10

1 stop29h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/12

13:40-13:25

1 stop36h 45m

R22 064

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL Auckland Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sun 13/9

6:05-16:15

2 stops44h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

22:20-13:20

2 stops29h 00m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from New Zealand is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R19 727, 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 May to fly from New Zealand, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R20 283.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from New Zealand when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R22 094 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 New Zealand for as low as R20 168 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 32% on your flight if you consider stops on a New Zealand to South Africa flight.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from New Zealand to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New Zealand to South Africa?
Prices for flights from New Zealand to South Africa refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New Zealand to South Africa?
The number of operators available for flights from New Zealand to South Africa is 6 as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from New Zealand to South Africa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New Zealand to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from New Zealand to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R14 927	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 584 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom R15 108	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 079 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R17 146	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 439 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R18 988	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 737 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
South African	PriceFrom R19 734	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 63 reviews	Search South African flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R19 925	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 644 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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