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

TAAG and Etihad Airways 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 58% 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.

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 April 2026, there are 9 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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9:10 - 4:15

LIS

JNB

18h 05m

1 stop

5:45 - 20:35

JNB

LIS

15h 50m

1 stop

R11 064TAAG

Fri, May 15 - Wed, May 27

9:20 - 4:15

LIS

JNB

17h 55m

1 stop

5:45 - 20:35

JNB

LIS

15h 50m

1 stop

R11 113TAAG

Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 30

9:00 - 4:15

LIS

JNB

18h 15m

1 stop

5:45 - 20:35

JNB

LIS

15h 50m

1 stop

R11 129TAAG

Tue, Aug 25 - Wed, Sep 23

9:00 - 4:15

LIS

JNB

18h 15m

1 stop

5:45 - 20:35

JNB

LIS

15h 50m

1 stop

R11 146TAAG

Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 22

15:50 - 9:20

LIS

JNB

16h 30m

1 stop

8:45 - 22:45

JNB

LIS

15h 00m

1 stop

R11 341Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jun 3 - Sat, Jun 13

5:05 - 8:35

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JNB

26h 30m

1 stop

8:45 - 22:45

JNB

LIS

15h 00m

1 stop

R11 406Lufthansa

Thu, May 28 - Wed, Jun 10

5:05 - 8:35

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JNB

26h 30m

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8:45 - 22:45

JNB

LIS

15h 00m

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R11 472Lufthansa

Thu, May 28 - Wed, Jun 10

5:55 - 9:00

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6:45 - 20:35

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LIS

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R11 863Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 29 - Wed, May 6

19:20 - 20:55

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22:25 - 17:35

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R13 899SWISS

Mon, Jun 1 - Tue, Jun 16

19:20 - 20:55

OPO

CPT

24h 35m

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22:25 - 17:35

CPT

OPO

20h 10m

1 stop

R13 997SWISS

Mon, Jun 1 - Tue, Jun 16

TAAG flights from Portugal to South Africa

Our best TAAG deals on Portugal to South Africa flight tickets

TAAG

May 15

LIS9:10Lisbon Humberto Delgado

18h 05m

1 stop

JNB4:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

May 27

JNB5:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 50m

1 stop

LIS20:35Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R11 064

TAAG

Sept 21

LIS9:20Lisbon Humberto Delgado

17h 55m

1 stop

JNB4:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 30

JNB5:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 50m

1 stop

LIS20:35Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R11 113

TAAG

Aug 25

LIS9:00Lisbon Humberto Delgado

18h 15m

1 stop

JNB4:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 23

JNB5:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 50m

1 stop

LIS20:35Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R11 129

Etihad Airways flights from Portugal to South Africa

Our best Etihad Airways deals on Portugal to South Africa flight tickets

Etihad Airways

Sept 22

LIS9:15Lisbon Humberto Delgado

22h 05m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 2

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 35m

1 stop

LIS7:25Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R12 514

Etihad Airways

Sept 22

LIS9:15Lisbon Humberto Delgado

22h 05m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 4

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 35m

1 stop

LIS7:25Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R12 905

Etihad Airways

Sept 3

LIS9:15Lisbon Humberto Delgado

22h 05m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 25

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 35m

1 stop

LIS7:25Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R13 003

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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5:45-20:35

1 stop15h 50m

R11 064

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LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 21/9

9:20-4:15

1 stop17h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

5:45-20:35

1 stop15h 50m

R11 113

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Tue 25/8

9:00-4:15

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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5:45-20:35

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R11 129

LisbonJohannesburg

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LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

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9:00-4:15

1 stop18h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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5:45-20:35

1 stop15h 50m

R11 146

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LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 3/6

15:50-9:20

1 stop16h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

8:45-22:45

1 stop15h 00m

R11 341

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 28/5

5:05-8:35

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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8:45-22:45

1 stop15h 00m

R11 406

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 28/5

5:05-8:35

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

8:45-22:45

1 stop15h 00m

R11 472

LisbonCape Town

LIS - CPT

LISCPT

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 29/4

5:55-9:00

1 stop26h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/5

6:45-20:35

1 stop14h 50m

R11 863

PortoCape Town

OPO - CPT

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Porto

Mon 1/6

19:20-20:55

1 stop24h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/6

22:25-17:35

1 stop20h 10m

R13 899

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Porto

Mon 1/6

19:20-20:55

1 stop24h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/6

22:25-17:35

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Portugal 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

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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 May. Flight prices, which tend to average around R11 488, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in May, then you should wait until November to fly from Portugal, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R11 765.

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 710 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 292 on momondo.

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.

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Fastest flight time	13h 20m
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The fastest flight from Portugal to South Africa takes 13h 20m

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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Frequently asked questions about flying from Portugal to South Africa

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 April 2026, there are 9 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%.

Best airlines flying from Portugal to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Emirates	PriceFrom R9 514	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 561 reviews	Search Emirates flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R9 797	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 923 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R10 112	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 002 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R10 117	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 930 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
TAAG	PriceFrom R10 287	Free Cancellation	Rating 5,7 28 reviews	Search TAAG flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R10 471	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 431 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R10 472	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 308 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Condor	PriceFrom R10 819	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 406 reviews	Search Condor flights
KLM	PriceFrom R11 944	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 502 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom R12 200	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 572 reviews	Search Air France flights

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