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Cheap flights from North America to South Africa from R7 959

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Ethiopian Air Logo
9:35 - 14:35ATL-CPT
22h 00m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 8:00CPT-ATL
25h 10m2 stops
R16 023Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Nov 24 - Sun, Nov 30
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:35 - 14:35ATL-CPT
22h 00m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 8:55CPT-ATL
25h 05m2 stops
R16 040Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Apr 20 - Sun, May 10
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:25 - 11:50EWR-CPT
28h 25m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 22:30CPT-EWR
36h 15m1 stop
R16 302Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Jan 25 - Tue, Feb 10
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:25 - 11:50EWR-CPT
28h 25m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 23:30CPT-EWR
36h 15m1 stop
R16 616Turkish Airlines
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Sat, Feb 28 - Wed, Mar 11
British Airways Logo
9:05 - 12:10JFK-CPT
21h 05m1 stop
British Airways Logo
18:50 - 11:05CPT-JFK
22h 15m1 stop
R22 708British Airways
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Sat, Mar 14 - Sun, Mar 29
United Airlines Logo
17:38 - 18:00IAD-CPT
17h 22m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 6:00CPT-IAD
16h 10mdirect
R23 179United Airlines
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Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 24
United Airlines Logo
18:45 - 16:10IAD-CPT
14h 25mdirect
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 6:00CPT-IAD
16h 10mdirect
R23 232United Airlines
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Mon, Jan 26 - Fri, Feb 13
British Airways Logo
8:05 - 12:10JFK-CPT
21h 05m1 stop
British Airways Logo
18:55 - 13:59CPT-JFK
26h 04m2 stops
R23 371British Airways
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Mon, Dec 8 - Mon, Dec 15
KLM Logo
1:00 - 5:50JFK-CPT
21h 50m1 stop
KLM Logo
23:45 - 16:45CPT-JFK
23h 00m1 stop
R23 441KLM
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Sat, Feb 28 - Wed, Mar 11
KLM Logo
16:00 - 21:55LGA-CPT
22h 55m2 stops
KLM Logo
23:45 - 20:23CPT-LGA
26h 38m2 stops
R24 418KLM
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Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 10

Kenya Airways flights from North America to South Africa

Our best Kenya Airways deals on North America to South Africa flight tickets
Kenya Airways
Mar 20
JFK13:45New York John F Kennedy Intl
20h 05m
1 stop
JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 29
JNB1:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 20m
1 stop
JFK7:35New York John F Kennedy Intl
R17 995
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Kenya Airways
Nov 9
JFK13:45New York John F Kennedy Intl
19h 05m
1 stop
JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 11
JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 35m
1 stop
JFK6:35New York John F Kennedy Intl
R18 205
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Kenya Airways
Nov 9
JFK13:45New York John F Kennedy Intl
19h 05m
1 stop
JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 11
JNB12:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 30m
1 stop
JFK6:35New York John F Kennedy Intl
R18 432
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Air Canada flights from North America to South Africa

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Air Canada
Jan 10
LGA19:45New York LaGuardia
55h 45m
2 stops
JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 19
JNB20:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
46h 42m
2 stops
LGA11:57New York LaGuardia
R26 129
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Air Canada
Nov 13
LGA13:05New York LaGuardia
38h 25m
2 stops
JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 19
JNB20:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 18m
2 stops
LGA22:33New York LaGuardia
R29 725
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Customise your flight search to find flights from North America to South Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 13 550 searches. Data last updated 5 November 2025.
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AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

ATLCPT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 24/11

9:35-14:35

1 stop22h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/11

13:50-8:00

2 stops25h 10m

R16 023

AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

ATLCPT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 20/4

10:35-14:35

1 stop22h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/5

13:50-8:55

2 stops25h 05m

R16 040

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Sun 25/1

0:25-11:50

1 stop28h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/2

17:15-22:30

1 stop36h 15m

R16 302

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Sat 28/2

0:25-11:50

1 stop28h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

17:15-23:30

1 stop36h 15m

R16 616

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 14/3

9:05-12:10

1 stop21h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/3

18:50-11:05

1 stop22h 15m

R22 708

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/2

17:38-18:00

1 stop17h 22m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/2

20:50-6:00

Nonstop16h 10m

R23 179

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 26/1

18:45-16:10

Nonstop14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/2

20:50-6:00

Nonstop16h 10m

R23 232

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/12

8:05-12:10

1 stop21h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/12

18:55-13:59

2 stops26h 04m

R23 371

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 28/2

1:00-5:50

1 stop21h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

23:45-16:45

1 stop23h 00m

R23 441

New YorkCape Town

LGA - CPT

LGACPT

New York LaGuardia

Tue 3/3

16:00-21:55

2 stops22h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

23:45-20:23

2 stops26h 38m

R24 418

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from North America to South Africa

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from North America is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around R19 235, 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 March to fly from North America, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R20 439.

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

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from North America. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was R18 123. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from North America to South Africa on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around R26 341. 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 North America in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R22 748 when looking at flights departing in the evening. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is at midday when prices are around R34 117.

What is the cheapest North America to South Africa flight route?

Fly from Newark to Cape Town Intl for the best North America - South Africa flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from North America when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R22 048 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 North America for as low as R16 058 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on North America to South Africa flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on North America to South Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on North America to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 59% on your flight if you consider stops on a North America to South Africa flight.

Cheap North America to South Africa flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from North America to South Africa

Best price found

R20 736

Fastest flight time

14h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in South Africa

1 airport
The best one-way flight to South Africa from North America in the past 72 hours is R20 736. The best return flight deal from North America to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R26 821.
The fastest flight from North America to South Africa takes 14h 20m
Direct flights go from North America to South Africa every day.
There is 1 airport near South Africa: Cape Town Intl (CPT)
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from North America to South Africa?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from North America 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.

  • What is the most popular plane model from North America to South Africa?

Best airlines flying from North America to South Africa

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from North America to South Africa with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R10 210Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 661 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R14 537Free CancellationRating
7,3
4 031 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R15 123Free CancellationRating
7,2
889 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R15 269Free CancellationRating
7,4
9 003 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R15 277Free CancellationRating
6,7
7 496 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom R17 010Free CancellationRating
7,5
1 778 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom R17 396Free CancellationRating
7,6
1 053 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom R19 140Free CancellationRating
6,8
286 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R22 054Free CancellationRating
7,7
1 405 reviews
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Can I find flights from North America to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

All flight searches from North America to South Africa on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

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momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight from North America to South Africa.

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