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 57% 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 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 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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9:00 - 4:15

LIS

JNB

18h 15m

1 stop

5:45 - 20:35

JNB

LIS

15h 50m

1 stop

R11 051TAAG

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 20

9:10 - 4:15

LIS

JNB

18h 05m

1 stop

5:45 - 20:35

JNB

LIS

15h 50m

1 stop

R11 134TAAG

Fri, May 15 - Wed, May 27

9:10 - 4:15

LIS

JNB

18h 05m

1 stop

5:45 - 20:35

JNB

LIS

15h 50m

1 stop

R11 151TAAG

Fri, May 15 - Wed, May 27

9:00 - 4:15

LIS

JNB

18h 15m

1 stop

5:45 - 20:35

JNB

LIS

15h 50m

1 stop

R11 167TAAG

Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 21

6:15 - 6:40

LIS

JNB

23h 25m

1 stop

8:45 - 22:45

JNB

LIS

15h 00m

1 stop

R11 464Lufthansa

Sun, May 24 - Mon, Jun 8

12:35 - 8:35

LIS

JNB

19h 00m

1 stop

8:45 - 22:45

JNB

LIS

15h 00m

1 stop

R11 481Lufthansa

Thu, May 28 - Wed, Jun 10

6:35 - 21:30

OPO

CPT

37h 55m

1 stop

23:30 - 17:15

CPT

OPO

42h 45m

2 stops

R13 893Multiple Airlines

Sun, May 10 - Thu, May 14

19:20 - 20:55

OPO

CPT

24h 35m

1 stop

22:45 - 18:30

CPT

OPO

20h 45m

1 stop

R14 075SWISS

Fri, May 29 - Sat, Jun 13

19:20 - 20:55

OPO

CPT

24h 35m

1 stop

22:45 - 18:30

CPT

OPO

20h 45m

1 stop

R14 091SWISS

Fri, May 29 - Sat, Jun 13

9:00 - 11:55

LIS

CPT

25h 55m

2 stops

6:45 - 20:35

CPT

LIS

14h 50m

1 stop

R14 124Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 20

TAAG flights from Portugal to South Africa

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TAAG

Oct 6

LIS9:00Lisbon Humberto Delgado

18h 15m

1 stop

JNB4:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 20

JNB5:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 50m

1 stop

LIS20:35Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R11 051

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 134

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 151

Lufthansa flights from Portugal to South Africa

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Lufthansa

May 24

LIS6:15Lisbon Humberto Delgado

23h 25m

1 stop

JNB6:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 8

JNB8:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 00m

1 stop

LIS22:45Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R11 464

Lufthansa

May 28

LIS12:35Lisbon Humberto Delgado

19h 00m

1 stop

JNB8:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 10

JNB8:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 00m

1 stop

LIS22:45Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R11 481

Lufthansa

May 28

LIS12:35Lisbon Humberto Delgado

19h 00m

1 stop

JNB8:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 10

JNB8:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 00m

1 stop

LIS22:45Lisbon Humberto Delgado

R11 547

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LIS - JNB

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Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Tue 6/10

9:00-4:15

1 stop18h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

5:45-20:35

1 stop15h 50m

R11 051

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LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Fri 15/5

9:10-4:15

1 stop18h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

5:45-20:35

1 stop15h 50m

R11 134

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Fri 15/5

9:10-4:15

1 stop18h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

5:45-20:35

1 stop15h 50m

R11 151

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Tue 6/10

9:00-4:15

1 stop18h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

5:45-20:35

1 stop15h 50m

R11 167

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sun 24/5

6:15-6:40

1 stop23h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

8:45-22:45

1 stop15h 00m

R11 464

LisbonJohannesburg

LIS - JNB

LISJNB

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 28/5

12:35-8:35

1 stop19h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

8:45-22:45

1 stop15h 00m

R11 481

PortoCape Town

OPO - CPT

OPOCPT

Porto

Sun 10/5

6:35-21:30

1 stop37h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

23:30-17:15

2 stops42h 45m

R13 893

PortoCape Town

OPO - CPT

OPOCPT

Porto

Fri 29/5

19:20-20:55

1 stop24h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 13/6

22:45-18:30

1 stop20h 45m

R14 075

PortoCape Town

OPO - CPT

OPOCPT

Porto

Fri 29/5

19:20-20:55

1 stop24h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 13/6

22:45-18:30

1 stop20h 45m

R14 091

LisbonCape Town

LIS - CPT

LISCPT

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Tue 6/10

9:00-11:55

2 stops25h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/10

6:45-20:35

1 stop14h 50m

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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 May. Flight prices, which tend to average around R11 745, 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 944.

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 893 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 448 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	15h 05m
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The fastest flight from Portugal to South Africa takes 15h 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 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 645	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 568 reviews	Search Emirates flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R9 932	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 924 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R10 252	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 003 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R10 256	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 956 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
TAAG	PriceFrom R10 416	Free Cancellation	Rating 5,7 28 reviews	Search TAAG flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R10 616	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 335 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Condor	PriceFrom R10 968	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 407 reviews	Search Condor flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R11 596	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 433 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R12 108	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 508 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom R12 368	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 579 reviews	Search Air France flights

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