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Cheap flights from North America to South Africa from R8 317

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Etihad Airways Logo
15:45 - 8:20JFK-JNB
34h 35m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 9:00JNB-JFK
29h 10m1 stop
R15 690Etihad Airways
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Thu, Aug 21 - Thu, Sep 11
Etihad Airways Logo
14:55 - 8:20JFK-JNB
35h 25m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 9:00JNB-JFK
29h 10m1 stop
R15 998Etihad Airways
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Sun, Aug 24 - Tue, Sep 9
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:30 - 11:50EWR-CPT
29h 20m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 22:35CPT-EWR
36h 00m1 stop
R16 071Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Aug 26 - Wed, Oct 1
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:35 - 11:50JFK-CPT
29h 15m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 4:30CPT-JFK
41h 55m1 stop
R16 071Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Aug 26 - Wed, Oct 1
British Airways Logo
8:05 - 12:10JFK-CPT
21h 05m1 stop
British Airways Logo
20:55 - 11:20CPT-JFK
21h 25m1 stop
R18 305British Airways
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Wed, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 20
British Airways Logo
20:05 - 11:00JFK-CPT
32h 55m1 stop
British Airways Logo
18:45 - 12:20CPT-JFK
23h 35m1 stop
R18 323British Airways
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Wed, Sep 10 - Mon, Mar 23
United Airlines Logo
14:59 - 15:20LGA-CPT
18h 21m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
20:00 - 18:43CPT-LGA
28h 43m1 stop
R24 170United Airlines
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Thu, Aug 28 - Fri, Sep 12
United Airlines Logo
6:00 - 15:20LGA-CPT
27h 20m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 18:44CPT-LGA
28h 54m1 stop
R24 515United Airlines
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Thu, Oct 16 - Tue, Nov 4
KLM Logo
16:30 - 21:25LGA-CPT
22h 55m2 stops
KLM Logo
23:15 - 17:30CPT-LGA
24h 15m2 stops
R26 531KLM
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Fri, Sep 26 - Sun, Oct 5
KLM Logo
16:00 - 21:20LGA-JNB
23h 20m2 stops
KLM Logo
23:30 - 19:38JNB-LGA
26h 08m2 stops
R26 839KLM
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Tue, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 2

Air Canada flights from North America to South Africa

Our best Air Canada deals on North America to South Africa flight tickets
Air Canada
Jan 10
LGA13:05New York LaGuardia
38h 25m
2 stops
JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
Jan 19
JNB20:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 47m
2 stops
LGA19:02New York LaGuardia
R27 148
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Air Canada
Aug 4
LGA19:10New York LaGuardia
31h 25m
2 stops
JNB8:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
Aug 11
JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 56m
2 stops
LGA19:31New York LaGuardia
R36 682
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Etihad Airways flights from North America to South Africa

Our best Etihad Airways deals on North America to South Africa flight tickets
Etihad Airways
Aug 21
JFK15:45New York John F Kennedy Intl
34h 35m
1 stop
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sept 11
JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 10m
1 stop
JFK9:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
R15 690
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Etihad Airways
Aug 24
JFK14:55New York John F Kennedy Intl
35h 25m
1 stop
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sept 9
JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 10m
1 stop
JFK9:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
R15 998
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Etihad Airways
Sept 3
JFK14:55New York John F Kennedy Intl
35h 25m
1 stop
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
Oct 3
JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 10m
1 stop
JFK9:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
R16 271
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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 2 August 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 21/8

15:45-8:20

1 stop34h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/9

9:50-9:00

1 stop29h 10m

R15 690

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 24/8

14:55-8:20

1 stop35h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/9

9:50-9:00

1 stop29h 10m

R15 998

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Tue 26/8

0:30-11:50

1 stop29h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/10

16:35-22:35

1 stop36h 00m

R16 071

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 26/8

0:35-11:50

1 stop29h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/10

16:35-4:30

1 stop41h 55m

R16 071

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/1

8:05-12:10

1 stop21h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

20:55-11:20

1 stop21h 25m

R18 305

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/9

20:05-11:00

1 stop32h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/3

18:45-12:20

1 stop23h 35m

R18 323

New YorkCape Town

LGA - CPT

LGACPT

New York LaGuardia

Thu 28/8

14:59-15:20

1 stop18h 21m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/9

20:00-18:43

1 stop28h 43m

R24 170

New YorkCape Town

LGA - CPT

LGACPT

New York LaGuardia

Thu 16/10

6:00-15:20

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/11

20:50-18:44

1 stop28h 54m

R24 515

New YorkCape Town

LGA - CPT

LGACPT

New York LaGuardia

Fri 26/9

16:30-21:25

2 stops22h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/10

23:15-17:30

2 stops24h 15m

R26 531

New YorkJohannesburg

LGA - JNB

LGAJNB

New York LaGuardia

Tue 26/8

16:00-21:20

2 stops23h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/9

23:30-19:38

2 stops26h 08m

R26 839

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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 R20 175, 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 R21 337.

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 855. 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 R27 405. 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 R23 667 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 R35 495.

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 955 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 R18 268 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

R8 317

Fastest flight time

14h 25m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in South Africa

2 airports
The best one-way flight to South Africa from North America in the past 72 hours is R8 317. The best return flight deal from North America to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R15 690.
The fastest flight from North America to South Africa takes 14h 25m
Direct flights go from North America to South Africa every day.
There are 2 airports near South Africa: Cape Town Intl (CPT), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
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    Prices for flights from North America to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.

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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

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R13 459Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 935 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom R13 769Free CancellationRating
7,4
655 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R15 630Free CancellationRating
7,8
1 384 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R15 756Free CancellationRating
7,2
803 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R15 835Free CancellationRating
6,6
7 224 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R15 886Free CancellationRating
7,4
8 904 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom R16 222Free CancellationRating
7,5
1 686 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R18 585Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 609 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom R20 307Free CancellationRating
6,9
274 reviews
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Finding the right flight to South Africa from North America is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to South Africa quick and easy, saving you time and money.

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.

How can momondo help me find flights from North America to South Africa?

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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