Which airlines fly to South Africa?

TAAG, South African and Lufthansa 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 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 10 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?

Air Europa and Turkish Airlines 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 November 2026, there are 10 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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11:10 - 10:40FAO Faro-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 30m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Madrid Barajas

19:55 - 23:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-FAO Faro

29h 55m2 stops Madrid Barajas Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R11 113Multiple Airlines

Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8

14:40 - 13:00LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-CPT Cape Town Intl

20h 20m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 10:45CPT Cape Town Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

21h 35m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas

R11 628Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 15

14:40 - 13:00LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-CPT Cape Town Intl

20h 20m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 8:10CPT Cape Town Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

20h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

R11 978Ethiopian Air

Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 23

14:40 - 14:10LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 30m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 8:10CPT Cape Town Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

20h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

R11 994Ethiopian Air

Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 23

5:00 - 22:00LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:55 - 14:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

16h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R12 044KLM

Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 16

8:25 - 4:15LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 50m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl

16:40 - 6:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

15h 45m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl

R12 177TAAG

Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4

20:05 - 10:40LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

12h 35m1 stop Madrid Barajas

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

12h 55m1 stop Madrid Barajas

R12 261Air Europa

Fri, Nov 27 - Sat, Dec 5

5:00 - 22:00LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

23:55 - 14:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

16h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R12 327KLM

Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 9

8:25 - 4:15LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 50m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl

16:40 - 6:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

15h 45m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl

R12 377TAAG

Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4

16:05 - 10:40LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 35m1 stop Madrid Barajas

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

21h 20m1 stop Madrid Barajas

R12 843Air Europa

Wed, Nov 18 - Tue, Dec 1

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6:25 - 10:40LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 15m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Madrid Barajas

19:55 - 17:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

23h 55m2 stops Madrid Barajas Barcelona-El Prat

R11 013Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 24

8:45 - 10:40OPO Porto-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 55m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Madrid Barajas

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

26h 25m2 stops Madrid Barajas Barcelona-El Prat

R11 795Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 24

20:05 - 10:40LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

12h 35m1 stop Madrid Barajas

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

12h 55m1 stop Madrid Barajas

R12 144Air Europa

Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 24

16:10 - 11:25LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

19:40 - 15:10JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

21h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R12 161Air France

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 19

11:35 - 22:25LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 50m1 stop Istanbul

18:50 - 10:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

17h 45m1 stop Istanbul

R12 527Turkish Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 19

11:35 - 22:25LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 50m1 stop Istanbul

18:50 - 23:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

30h 35m1 stop Istanbul

R12 543Turkish Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 19

7:00 - 14:10LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-CPT Cape Town Intl

29h 10m2 stops Vienna Intl Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 15:05CPT Cape Town Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

25h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Vienna Intl

R12 560Ethiopian Air

Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 18

12:20 - 22:00LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 40m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol

19:40 - 11:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado

17h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

R12 776Air France

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 19

11:35 - 10:40LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 05m1 stop Madrid Barajas

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

21h 20m1 stop Madrid Barajas

R12 876Air Europa

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Jan 23

18:00 - 14:10OPO Porto-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 10m2 stops Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 6:50CPT Cape Town Intl-OPO Porto

19h 00m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas

R15 904Ethiopian Air

Sat, Nov 7 - Fri, Nov 20

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Emirates flights from Portugal to South Africa

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Emirates

Nov 12

LIS13:35Lisbon Humberto Delgado

18h 50m

1 stop

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 19

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 00m

1 stop

LIS11:50Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R13 542

Emirates

Jan 19

FAO16:30Faro

23h 30m

2 stops

CPT18:00Cape Town Intl

Jan 28

CPT20:00Cape Town Intl

45h 40m

2 stops

FAO15:40Faro

R19 198

KLM flights from Portugal to South Africa

Our best KLM deals on Portugal to South Africa flight tickets

KLM

Feb 1

LIS15:35Lisbon Humberto Delgado

28h 25m

1 stop

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 15

JNB23:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 45m

1 stop

LIS14:40Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R12 344

KLM

Nov 5

LIS5:00Lisbon Humberto Delgado

15h 00m

1 stop

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 19

JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 10m

2 stops

LIS18:50Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R12 660

KLM

Nov 5

OPO5:00Porto

15h 00m

1 stop

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 19

JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 45m

2 stops

OPO15:25Porto

R12 776

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FaroJohannesburg

FAO Faro - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

FAOJNB

Faro

Fri 4/12

11:10-10:40

2 stops21h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/12

19:55-23:50

2 stops29h 55m

R11 113

LisbonCape Town

LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado - CPT Cape Town Intl

LISCPT

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 1/2

14:40-13:00

2 stops20h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/2

15:10-10:45

2 stops21h 35m

R11 628

LisbonCape Town

LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado - CPT Cape Town Intl

LISCPT

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Tue 2/2

14:40-13:00

2 stops20h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 23/2

13:50-8:10

2 stops20h 20m

R11 978

LisbonCape Town

LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado - CPT Cape Town Intl

LISCPT

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Tue 2/2

14:40-14:10

2 stops21h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 23/2

13:50-8:10

2 stops20h 20m

R11 994

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Tue 2/2

5:00-22:00

1 stop15h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/2

23:55-14:40

1 stop16h 45m

R12 044

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Fri 27/11

8:25-4:15

1 stop17h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/12

16:40-6:25

1 stop15h 45m

R12 177

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LisbonJohannesburg

LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Fri 27/11

20:05-10:40

1 stop12h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/12

19:55-6:50

1 stop12h 55m

R12 261

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Tue 2/2

5:00-22:00

1 stop15h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/2

23:55-14:40

1 stop16h 45m

R12 327

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Fri 27/11

8:25-4:15

1 stop17h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/12

16:40-6:25

1 stop15h 45m

R12 377

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 18/11

16:05-10:40

1 stop16h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

19:55-15:15

1 stop21h 20m

R12 843

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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 October. Flight prices, which tend to average around R12 477, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in October, then you should wait until November to fly from Portugal, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R12 893.

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 223 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 113 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 15% on your flight if you consider stops on a Portugal to South Africa flight.

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Best price found	R7 270
Fastest flight time	12h 50m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Portugal in the past 72 hours is R7 270. The best return flight deal from Portugal to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R11 113.

The fastest flight from Portugal to South Africa takes 12h 50m

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 November 2026, there are 10 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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Portugal to South Africa with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
South African	PriceFrom R8 455	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 66 reviews	Search South African flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R10 125	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 046 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Air Europa	PriceFrom R10 399	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,0 648 reviews	Search Air Europa flights
TAAG	PriceFrom R10 407	Free Cancellation	Rating 5,8 36 reviews	Search TAAG flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R10 664	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 299 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
KLM	PriceFrom R12 194	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 595 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R12 360	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 466 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R12 650	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 282 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Air France	PriceFrom R13 013	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 651 reviews	Search Air France flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R13 222	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 687 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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