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

Kenya Airways, TAAG, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Portugal to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

TAAG, Lufthansa and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Portugal according to our data. TAAG is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How often are flights from Portugal to South Africa delayed?

Historically, on average around 17% of flights between Portugal and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 173 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Portugal to South Africa flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Portugal to South Africa flights?

According to our data, TAP AIR PORTUGAL have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 17% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

Prices for flights from Portugal to South Africa refresh daily.

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

As of December 2025, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Portugal to South Africa.

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

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 Portugal to South Africa.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Africa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Lufthansa flights from Portugal to South Africa

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Jan 19

LIS18:30Lisbon Humberto Delgado

37h 00m

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JNB9:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 3

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 20m

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LIS23:30Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R11 742

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Jan 19

LIS5:00Lisbon Humberto Delgado

24h 05m

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Feb 3

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Jan 19

LIS5:00Lisbon Humberto Delgado

24h 05m

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Feb 3

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 20m

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LIS23:30Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R12 163

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Jan 19

LIS14:20Lisbon Humberto Delgado

18h 10m

2 stops

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 3

JNB20:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 30m

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LIS12:45Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R11 370

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Mar 13

OPO8:40Porto

21h 00m

2 stops

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

Mar 22

CPT9:25Cape Town Intl

27h 45m

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OPO11:10Porto

R15 487

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Mar 13

OPO8:40Porto

21h 00m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Portugal is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around R11 539, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in January, then you should wait until February to fly from Portugal, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R11 573.

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

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Portugal. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was R11 907. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Portugal to South Africa on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around R12 636. 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 Portugal in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R11 781 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the evening when prices are around R12 922.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Portugal when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R12 750 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 Portugal for as low as R11 623 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Portugal to South Africa takes 12h 55m

There are no direct flights from Portugal to South Africa. There are no popular flight routes from Portugal to South Africa.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Portugal to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Portugal to South Africa refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Portugal to South Africa?
As of December 2025, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Portugal to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Portugal to South Africa?
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 Portugal to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Africa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Portugal to South Africa?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Portugal to South Africa is Boeing 777-200/200ER, representing 50,00% of all bookings. The subsequent popular model is Boeing 767-300 at 50,00%.

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SWISS	PriceFrom R9 066	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 812 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R9 565	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 628 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Air France	PriceFrom R9 737	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 506 reviews	Search Air France flights
KLM	PriceFrom R9 801	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 430 reviews	Search KLM flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R10 206	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 332 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R10 268	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 097 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R10 272	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 575 reviews	Search British Airways flights
TAAG	PriceFrom R10 387	Free Cancellation	Rating 5,4 24 reviews	Search TAAG flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R10 469	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 908 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Iberia	PriceFrom R11 066	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,0 3 051 reviews	Search Iberia flights

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Portugal to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

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

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

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

Can stopping save me money on Portugal to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a Portugal to South Africa flight.

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

Kenya Airways, TAAG, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Portugal to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

How often are flights from Portugal to South Africa delayed?

Historically, on average around 17% of flights between Portugal and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 173 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Portugal to South Africa flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Portugal to South Africa flights?

According to our data, TAP AIR PORTUGAL have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 17% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Portugal to South Africa?

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I’m not ready to book a flight from Portugal to South Africa right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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