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

South African, Air Europa, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Portugal to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

TAAG, Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines 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 61% 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 October 2026, 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.

R6 278 Cheap Flights from Portugal to South Africa in 2026/27

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9:10 - 14:40LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 30m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl

16:40 - 7:10JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

16h 30m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl

R9 131South African

Thu, Oct 22 - Fri, Nov 6

9:20 - 14:40LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 20m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl

16:40 - 20:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

29h 55m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl

R9 442South African

Sat, Dec 26 - Sat, Jan 16

10:55 - 23:00OPO Porto-CPT Cape Town Intl

34h 05m1 stop Istanbul

17:15 - 15:10CPT Cape Town Intl-OPO Porto

23h 55m1 stop Istanbul

R10 016Turkish Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 16

10:55 - 23:00OPO Porto-CPT Cape Town Intl

34h 05m1 stop Istanbul

17:15 - 15:10CPT Cape Town Intl-OPO Porto

23h 55m1 stop Istanbul

R10 032Turkish Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 16

20:05 - 9:50LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

12h 45m1 stop Madrid Barajas

19:55 - 10:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

16h 50m1 stop Madrid Barajas

R10 278Air Europa

Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 27

20:05 - 9:50LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

12h 45m1 stop Madrid Barajas

19:55 - 6:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

12h 55m1 stop Madrid Barajas

R10 327Air Europa

Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 27

13:45 - 9:40OPO Porto-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 55m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main

19:55 - 12:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-OPO Porto

18h 55m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R11 885Lufthansa

Tue, Dec 8 - Sun, Jan 17

9:25 - 23:00FNC Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 35m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Istanbul

17:15 - 16:25CPT Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira

25h 10m2 stops Istanbul Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R11 999Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22

11:50 - 10:00LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 10m1 stop Zurich

20:40 - 12:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

18h 05m2 stops Zurich Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

R12 114SWISS

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 30

13:45 - 9:40OPO Porto-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 55m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main

19:55 - 15:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-OPO Porto

21h 25m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main

R12 425Lufthansa

Tue, Dec 8 - Sun, Jan 17

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16:05 - 9:50LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 45m1 stop Madrid Barajas

18:55 - 6:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

12h 55m1 stop Madrid Barajas

R10 622Air Europa

Wed, Oct 7 - Thu, Oct 22

16:05 - 9:50LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 45m1 stop Madrid Barajas

19:55 - 19:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

25h 20m1 stop Madrid Barajas

R11 655Air Europa

Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Dec 29

18:50 - 21:20LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 30m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

18:50 - 14:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

21h 05m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R13 376Air France

Wed, Oct 7 - Thu, Oct 22

18:50 - 21:20LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 30m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

18:50 - 14:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

20h 45m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

R13 884Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Thu, Oct 22

19:55 - 20:10OPO Porto-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 15m2 stops Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole

14:30 - 7:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-OPO Porto

17h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas

R14 196Ethiopian Air

Tue, Oct 6 - Mon, Oct 19

19:55 - 20:10OPO Porto-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 15m2 stops Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole

14:30 - 7:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-OPO Porto

17h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas

R14 376Ethiopian Air

Tue, Oct 6 - Sun, Oct 18

18:50 - 21:20LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 30m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

19:40 - 13:10JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

19h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R15 507Air France

Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Dec 28

19:45 - 21:20LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 18:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

20h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R15 753KLM

Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 19

19:45 - 21:20LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 14:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

16h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R16 196KLM

Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 19

20:50 - 7:45FNC Funchal Madeira-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 55m3 stops Manchester Marseille Algiers Houari Boumediene

14:05 - 23:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-FNC Funchal Madeira

33h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National

R19 179Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10

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Lufthansa flights from Portugal to South Africa

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Lufthansa

Dec 8

OPO13:45Porto

17h 55m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 17

JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 55m

1 stop

OPO12:50Porto

R11 885

Lufthansa

Dec 5

LIS14:20Lisbon Humberto Delgado

17h 35m

1 stop

JNB9:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 30

JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 05m

2 stops

LIS15:00Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R12 327

Lufthansa

Dec 8

OPO13:45Porto

17h 55m

2 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 17

JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 25m

2 stops

OPO15:20Porto

R12 425

SWISS flights from Portugal to South Africa

Our best SWISS deals on Portugal to South Africa flight tickets

SWISS

Nov 16

LIS11:50Lisbon Humberto Delgado

20h 10m

1 stop

JNB10:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 30

JNB20:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 05m

2 stops

LIS12:45Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R12 114

SWISS

Oct 26

OPO19:20Porto

36h 40m

1 stop

JNB10:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 10

JNB20:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 45m

2 stops

OPO13:25Porto

R12 491

SWISS

Oct 13

LIS5:55Lisbon Humberto Delgado

26h 25m

1 stop

JNB9:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 27

JNB20:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 55m

1 stop

LIS11:35Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R12 999

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LisbonJohannesburg

LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 22/10

9:10-14:40

1 stop28h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/11

16:40-7:10

1 stop16h 30m

R9 131

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sat 26/12

9:20-14:40

1 stop27h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/1

16:40-20:35

1 stop29h 55m

R9 442

PortoCape Town

OPO Porto - CPT Cape Town Intl

OPOCPT

Porto

Sun 1/11

10:55-23:00

1 stop34h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/11

17:15-15:10

1 stop23h 55m

R10 016

PortoCape Town

OPO Porto - CPT Cape Town Intl

OPOCPT

Porto

Sun 1/11

10:55-23:00

1 stop34h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/11

17:15-15:10

1 stop23h 55m

R10 032

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 12/10

20:05-9:50

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

19:55-10:45

1 stop16h 50m

R10 278

Fastest return journey

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 12/10

20:05-9:50

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

19:55-6:50

1 stop12h 55m

R10 327

PortoJohannesburg

OPO Porto - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

OPOJNB

Porto

Tue 8/12

13:45-9:40

2 stops17h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/1

19:55-12:50

1 stop18h 55m

R11 885

FunchalCape Town

FNC Funchal Madeira - CPT Cape Town Intl

FNCCPT

Funchal Madeira

Sun 15/11

9:25-23:00

2 stops35h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/11

17:15-16:25

2 stops25h 10m

R11 999

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 16/11

11:50-10:00

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

20:40-12:45

2 stops18h 05m

R12 114

PortoJohannesburg

OPO Porto - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

OPOJNB

Porto

Tue 8/12

13:45-9:40

2 stops17h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/1

19:55-15:20

2 stops21h 25m

R12 425

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

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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 February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R13 180, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in February, then you should wait until October to fly from Portugal, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R13 409.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Portugal 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 R13 316 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 491 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a Portugal to South Africa flight.

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Best price found	R6 278
Fastest flight time	12h 45m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Portugal in the past 72 hours is R6 278. The best return flight deal from Portugal to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R9 131.

The fastest flight from Portugal to South Africa takes 12h 45m

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 October 2026, 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.

Best airlines flying from Portugal to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
South African	PriceFrom R8 331	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 65 reviews	Search South African flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R10 084	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 044 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R10 508	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 254 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
TAAG	PriceFrom R10 747	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,0 32 reviews	Search TAAG flights
Air Europa	PriceFrom R11 423	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,9 641 reviews	Search Air Europa flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R11 719	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 454 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R12 015	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 578 reviews	Search KLM flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R12 465	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 241 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R12 485	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 540 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Air France	PriceFrom R12 822	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 648 reviews	Search Air France flights

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