How many flights depart from North America to South Africa on average per week?

31 flights are operational weekly from North America to South Africa as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 19% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

British Airways, United Airlines and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from North America according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 11 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 North America to South Africa?

Etihad Airways, Kenya Airways, and Hahn Air are the most popular carriers operating from North America to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from North America to South Africa?

Prices for flights from North America to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from North America to South Africa?

As of December 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from North America to South Africa.

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.

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22:50 - 10:50

ATL

JNB

30h 00m1 stop

19:05 - 20:45

JNB

ATL

31h 40m1 stop

R13 911Turkish Airlines

Thu, Mar 12 - Fri, Mar 27

21:50 - 10:50

ATL

JNB

30h 00m1 stop

19:10 - 19:45

JNB

ATL

31h 35m1 stop

R14 061Turkish Airlines

Wed, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 20

21:50 - 10:50

ATL

JNB

30h 00m1 stop

19:10 - 19:45

JNB

ATL

31h 35m1 stop

R14 211Turkish Airlines

Sun, Mar 1 - Thu, Mar 5

10:35 - 20:10

ATL

JNB

27h 35m1 stop

14:30 - 8:55

JNB

ATL

24h 25m2 stops

R15 010Ethiopian Air

Mon, Mar 16 - Tue, Mar 31

10:35 - 14:35

ATL

CPT

22h 00m1 stop

13:50 - 8:55

CPT

ATL

25h 05m2 stops

R15 259Ethiopian Air

Wed, Apr 15 - Sun, Apr 19

20:05 - 14:35

IAD

CPT

35h 30m2 stops

12:35 - 8:20

CPT

IAD

26h 45m1 stop

R20 384Qatar Airways

Tue, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 3

15:00 - 19:15

LGA

CPT

22h 15m1 stop

21:30 - 14:44

CPT

LGA

23h 14m1 stop

R22 514Delta

Sat, Mar 14 - Fri, Mar 27

12:32 - 19:15

JFK

CPT

23h 43m1 stop

21:30 - 10:59

CPT

JFK

20h 29m1 stop

R22 514Delta

Thu, Feb 12 - Thu, Feb 26

19:29 - 16:10

LGA

CPT

37h 41m1 stop

20:50 - 9:44

CPT

LGA

19h 54m1 stop

R22 614United Airlines

Fri, Feb 6 - Fri, Feb 20

19:15 - 7:40

LGA

CPT

29h 25m2 stops

20:50 - 9:47

CPT

LGA

19h 57m1 stop

R23 097United Airlines

Sun, Jan 25 - Sun, Feb 1

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Mar 12

ATL22:50Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

30h 00m

1 stop

JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 27

JNB19:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 40m

1 stop

ATL20:45Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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Jan 14

ATL21:50Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

30h 00m

1 stop

JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 20

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 35m

1 stop

ATL19:45Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R14 061

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Mar 1

ATL21:50Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

30h 00m

1 stop

JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 5

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 35m

1 stop

ATL19:45Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R14 211

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Mar 16

ATL10:35Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

27h 35m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 31

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 25m

2 stops

ATL8:55Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R15 010

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Jan 14

ATL9:35Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

27h 35m

1 stop

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 20

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 40m

2 stops

ATL8:00Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R15 159

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Apr 15

ATL10:35Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

22h 00m

1 stop

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

Apr 19

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

25h 05m

2 stops

ATL8:55Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R15 259

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19:05-20:45

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ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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10:35-20:10

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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14:30-8:55

2 stops24h 25m

R15 010

AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

ATLCPT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 15/4

10:35-14:35

1 stop22h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/4

13:50-8:55

2 stops25h 05m

R15 259

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 27/1

20:05-14:35

2 stops35h 30m

Cape Town Intl

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12:35-8:20

1 stop26h 45m

R20 384

New YorkCape Town

LGA - CPT

LGACPT

New York LaGuardia

Sat 14/3

15:00-19:15

1 stop22h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/3

21:30-14:44

1 stop23h 14m

R22 514

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 12/2

12:32-19:15

1 stop23h 43m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/2

21:30-10:59

1 stop20h 29m

R22 514

New YorkCape Town

LGA - CPT

LGACPT

New York LaGuardia

Fri 6/2

19:29-16:10

1 stop37h 41m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/2

20:50-9:44

1 stop19h 54m

R22 614

New YorkCape Town

LGA - CPT

LGACPT

New York LaGuardia

Sun 25/1

19:15-7:40

2 stops29h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

20:50-9:47

1 stop19h 57m

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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 020, 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 201.

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 R17 278. 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 R25 113. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

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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 R20 947 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 R15 475 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.

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Best price found	R19 769
Fastest flight time	14h 25m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in South Africa	65 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from North America in the past 72 hours is R19 769. The best return flight deal from North America to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R29 831.

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 65 airports in South Africa. From North America there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from North America to South Africa?
Prices for flights from North America to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from North America to South Africa?
As of December 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from North America to South Africa.
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?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from North America to South Africa is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, representing 68,85% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A350-900 at 29,01%, Boeing 777 at 0,53%, and De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8 Dash 8 at 0,53%.

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Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R9 734	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 697 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R11 997	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 339 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R13 859	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 126 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R14 418	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 919 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R14 510	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 616 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R14 557	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 113 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R16 217	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 829 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R16 585	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 106 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R18 247	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 287 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R21 504	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 435 reviews	Search KLM flights

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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.

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

Etihad Airways, Kenya Airways, and Hahn Air are the most popular carriers operating from North America to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

How many flights depart from North America to South Africa on average per week?

31 flights are operational weekly from North America to South Africa as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 19% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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