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.

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

TAAG, Turkish Airlines, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating 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 July 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.

R7 174 Cheap Flights from Portugal to South Africa in 2026

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21:50 - 22:10

OPO

CPT

23h 20m

1 stop

0:10 - 21:05

CPT

OPO

21h 55m

1 stop

R11 110Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Thu, Oct 15

21:50 - 22:10

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CPT

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OPO

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R11 143Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Oct 14

21:50 - 22:10

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OPO

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1 stop

R11 175Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Oct 14

20:05 - 9:50

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JNB

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18:55 - 10:45

JNB

LIS

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R11 744Air Europa

Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Sep 22

11:35 - 10:50

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JNB

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16h 50m

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R11 777Air Europa

Mon, Nov 2 - Sat, Nov 14

23:00 - 14:40

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JNB

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5:45 - 20:35

JNB

LIS

16h 50m

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R12 053TAAG

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14

11:35 - 9:40

LIS

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20h 05m

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0:20 - 10:35

JNB

LIS

36h 15m

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R12 184Turkish Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Fri, Nov 13

14:40 - 13:00

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13:50 - 14:30

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R12 200Ethiopian Air

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 30

9:00 - 4:15

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R12 330TAAG

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 15

11:35 - 9:40

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18:50 - 10:35

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17h 45m

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R12 509Turkish Airlines

Sat, Dec 12 - Thu, Dec 31

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Air Europa flights from Portugal to South Africa

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Air Europa

Sept 21

LIS20:05Lisbon Humberto Delgado

12h 45m

1 stop

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 22

JNB18:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 50m

1 stop

LIS10:45Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R11 744

Air Europa

Nov 2

LIS11:35Lisbon Humberto Delgado

21h 15m

1 stop

JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 14

JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 50m

1 stop

LIS10:45Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R11 777

Air Europa

Sept 23

LIS16:05Lisbon Humberto Delgado

16h 45m

1 stop

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 29

JNB18:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

12h 55m

1 stop

LIS6:50Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R11 793

TAAG flights from Portugal to South Africa

Our best TAAG deals on Portugal to South Africa flight tickets

TAAG

Nov 7

LIS23:00Lisbon Humberto Delgado

13h 40m

1 stop

JNB14:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 14

JNB5:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 50m

1 stop

LIS20:35Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R12 053

TAAG

Nov 1

LIS9:00Lisbon Humberto Delgado

17h 15m

1 stop

JNB4:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 15

JNB16:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 10m

1 stop

LIS6:50Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R12 330

TAAG

Dec 13

LIS9:00Lisbon Humberto Delgado

17h 15m

1 stop

JNB4:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 30

JNB5:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 50m

1 stop

LIS20:35Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R12 590

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21:50-22:10

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1 stop21h 55m

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OPO - CPT

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Porto

Sat 19/9

21:50-22:10

1 stop23h 20m

Cape Town Intl

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0:10-20:55

1 stop21h 45m

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PortoCape Town

OPO - CPT

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Porto

Sat 19/9

21:50-22:10

1 stop23h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/10

0:10-20:55

1 stop21h 45m

R11 175

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LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 21/9

20:05-9:50

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/9

18:55-10:45

1 stop16h 50m

R11 744

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 2/11

11:35-10:50

1 stop21h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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19:55-10:45

1 stop16h 50m

R11 777

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LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sat 7/11

23:00-14:40

1 stop13h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/11

5:45-20:35

1 stop16h 50m

R12 053

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sat 7/11

11:35-9:40

2 stops20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

0:20-10:35

1 stop36h 15m

R12 184

LisbonCape Town

LIS - CPT

LISCPT

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 19/11

14:40-13:00

2 stops20h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 30/11

13:50-14:30

2 stops26h 40m

R12 200

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sun 1/11

9:00-4:15

1 stop17h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/11

16:40-6:50

1 stop16h 10m

R12 330

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sat 12/12

11:35-9:40

2 stops20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 31/12

18:50-10:35

1 stop17h 45m

R12 509

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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 July. Flight prices, which tend to average around R5 628, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in July, then you should wait until June to fly from Portugal, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R6 116.

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 R12 878 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 696 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 3% on your flight if you consider stops on a Portugal to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	13h 05m
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The fastest flight from Portugal to South Africa takes 13h 05m

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 July 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.

Best airlines flying from Portugal to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Emirates	PriceFrom R9 497	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 615 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R10 007	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 010 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R10 099	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 132 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R10 196	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 2 001 reviews	Search SWISS flights
TAAG	PriceFrom R10 319	Free Cancellation	Rating 5,8 30 reviews	Search TAAG flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R11 266	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 442 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R11 418	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 477 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R11 923	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 538 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom R12 481	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 626 reviews	Search Air France flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R12 578	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 111 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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