Which airlines fly to South America?

LATAM Airlines, South African and TAAG are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South America from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport according to our data. LATAM Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South America. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to South America on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg OR Tambo to South America?

Airlink, Qatar Airways, and LATAM Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg OR Tambo to South America

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America?

As of June 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America.

How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America?

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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America.

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

The required travel and health documents for your South America 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 America. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Q: How many flights depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America on average per week?

The number of flights available between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and South America is 4 per week as of June 2026. The most frequent departure day is Sat, with 100% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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5:45 - 15:05

JNB

GRU

14h 20m

1 stop

18:05 - 14:40

GRU

JNB

15h 35m

1 stop

R8 566TAAG

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 23

5:45 - 15:05

JNB

GRU

14h 20m

1 stop

18:05 - 14:40

GRU

JNB

15h 35m

1 stop

R8 663TAAG

Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Sep 2

9:50 - 15:25

JNB

GRU

10h 35mdirect

17:05 - 7:05

GRU

JNB

9h 00mdirect

R8 908South African

Mon, Sep 7 - Thu, Oct 1

9:50 - 15:25

JNB

GRU

10h 35mdirect

18:15 - 11:00

GRU

JNB

11h 45m

1 stop

R9 038South African

Mon, Jul 13 - Sat, Jul 25

15:00 - 8:00

JNB

GIG

22h 00m

1 stop

18:35 - 12:00

GIG

JNB

12h 25m

1 stop

R11 611LATAM Airlines

Fri, Aug 7 - Thu, Aug 20

15:00 - 21:35

JNB

GIG

35h 35m

2 stops

12:15 - 12:00

GIG

JNB

18h 45m

1 stop

R11 708LATAM Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Thu, Oct 1

9:00 - 13:35

JNB

HLE

6h 35m

1 stop

14:30 - 21:15

HLE

JNB

4h 45mdirect

R15 193Airlink

Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7

9:00 - 13:35

JNB

HLE

6h 35m

1 stop

14:30 - 21:15

HLE

JNB

4h 45mdirect

R15 389Airlink

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24

12:45 - 16:40

JNB

BOG

34h 55m

1 stop

18:25 - 8:40

BOG

JNB

31h 15m

2 stops

R21 854Qatar Airways

Tue, Dec 1 - Sun, Dec 20

18:35 - 16:40

JNB

BOG

53h 05m

3 stops

18:25 - 15:35

BOG

JNB

38h 10m

2 stops

R22 049Qatar Airways

Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 15

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Jun 25

JNB22:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

46h 30m

1 stop

GIG15:50Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Jul 3

GIG3:05Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

45h 25m

1 stop

JNB5:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R22 244

Emirates

Jun 25

JNB22:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

46h 30m

1 stop

GIG15:50Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Jul 4

GIG3:05Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

32h 10m

1 stop

JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

R22 391

Emirates

Jun 25

JNB22:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

46h 30m

1 stop

GIG15:50Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Jul 3

GIG3:05Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

32h 10m

1 stop

JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

R22 505

Qatar Airways flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America

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Dec 1

JNB12:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 55m

1 stop

BOG16:40Bogotá El Dorado

Dec 20

BOG18:25Bogotá El Dorado

31h 15m

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JNB8:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R21 854

Qatar Airways

Jun 25

JNB20:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

45h 15m

2 stops

SDU13:10Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Jul 4

SDU20:15Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

55h 45m

2 stops

JNB9:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R25 127

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15:00-8:00

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R11 611

JohannesburgRio de Janeiro

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15:00-21:35

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Sat 31/10

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Sat 7/11

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R15 193

JohannesburgJamestown

JNB - HLE

JNBHLE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/10

9:00-13:35

1 stop6h 35m

Jamestown Saint Helena

Sat 24/10

14:30-21:15

Nonstop4h 45m

R15 389

JohannesburgBogotá

JNB - BOG

JNBBOG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

12:45-16:40

1 stop34h 55m

Bogotá El Dorado

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18:25-8:40

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R21 854

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Mon 2/11

18:35-16:40

3 stops53h 05m

Bogotá El Dorado

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South America?

In general, July is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R6 009. If you are unable to visit South America during the month of July, then departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R6 449.

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

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to South America. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as R10 316. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America for around R15 662.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South America?

The cheapest time of day to fly to South America is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as R9 792. Flights to South America are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of R15 331. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Johannesburg OR Tambo to South America flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South America from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South America for around R9 745 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South America from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for as low as R8 175 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America flights?

You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America flight.

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Best price found	R10 552
Fastest flight time	6h 35m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in South America	464 airports

The best one-way flight to South America from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the past 72 hours is R10 552. The best return flight deal from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R9 018.

The fastest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America takes 6h 35m

Direct flights go from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America every day.

There are 464 airports in South America. From Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport there are direct flights to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America?
Prices for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America?
As of June 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America.
How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America?
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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South America?
The required travel and health documents for your South America 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 America. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America is Airbus A330-300 (52,39% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (47,49%) and Embraer 190 (0,12%).

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LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom R6 319	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 932 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
South African	PriceFrom R7 186	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 62 reviews	Search South African flights
TAAG	PriceFrom R8 584	Free Cancellation	Rating 5,7 29 reviews	Search TAAG flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R17 610	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 047 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R18 012	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 057 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R19 507	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 585 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Air France	PriceFrom R21 867	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 605 reviews	Search Air France flights

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Johannesburg to South America?

It is quick and easy to find Johannesburg to South America flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to South America that suits you.

Can I find flights from Johannesburg to South America with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from Johannesburg to South America with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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