How long is the flight from South Africa to Réunion?

Flight times from South Africa to Réunion vary, but if you’re flying out of Johannesburg OR Tambo and flying into Saint-Denis Gillot (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 3h 45m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Réunion is flying from Cape Town Intl to Saint-Denis Gillot, which will take roughly 8h 05m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

R5 112 Cheap Flights to Réunion in 2026

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Air Austral

Feb 12

JNB

3h 55m

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Feb 15

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4h 10m

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R7 772

Air Austral

Feb 12

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3h 55m

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4h 10m

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Air Austral

Mar 8

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3h 55m

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4h 10m

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Air Austral

Jun 4

JNB

3h 45m

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Jun 30

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4h 25m

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Air Austral

Jun 4

JNB

3h 45m

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Jul 2

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4h 25m

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R9 610

Air Austral

May 31

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3h 45m

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4h 25m

JNB

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Air Mauritius

Apr 9

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7h 40m

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20h 00m

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JNB

R10 465

Air Mauritius

Mar 8

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19h 40m

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25h 20m

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JNB

R10 497

Air Mauritius

Jun 2

JNB

18h 20m

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Jun 30

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6h 25m

1 stop

JNB

R10 545

Multiple Airlines

Mar 1

CPT

12h 25m

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Mar 8

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13h 45m

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R10 578

Air Mauritius

May 29

JNB

7h 40m

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6h 25m

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Air Mauritius

May 30

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18h 20m

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20h 30m

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23:45 - 5:40

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3h 55mdirect

20:35 - 22:45

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4h 10mdirect

R7 772Air Austral

Thu, Feb 12 - Sun, Feb 15

23:45 - 5:40

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R7 788Air Austral

Thu, Feb 12 - Sun, Feb 15

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R8 546Air Austral

Sun, Mar 8 - Sun, Mar 15

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R9 272Air Austral

Thu, Jun 4 - Tue, Jun 30

23:45 - 5:30

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R9 610Air Austral

Thu, Jun 4 - Thu, Jul 2

13:10 - 22:50

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R10 465Air Mauritius

Thu, Apr 9 - Fri, Apr 10

13:10 - 10:50

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25h 20m

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R10 497Air Mauritius

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13:10 - 9:30

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18h 20m

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JNB

6h 25m

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R10 545Air Mauritius

Tue, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 30

15:15 - 5:40

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12h 25m

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20:35 - 8:20

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13h 45m

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R10 578Multiple Airlines

Sun, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 8

13:10 - 22:50

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JNB

6h 25m

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R10 787Air Mauritius

Fri, May 29 - Sun, May 31

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JohannesburgSaint-Denis

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

23:45-5:40

Nonstop3h 55m

Saint-Denis Gillot

Sun 15/2

20:35-22:45

Nonstop4h 10m

R7 772

JohannesburgSaint-Denis

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JNBRUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

23:45-5:40

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Saint-Denis Gillot

Sun 15/2

20:35-22:45

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R7 788

JohannesburgSaint-Denis

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JNBRUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

23:45-5:40

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Saint-Denis Gillot

Sun 15/3

20:35-22:45

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R8 546

JohannesburgSaint-Denis

JNB - RUN

JNBRUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

23:45-5:30

Nonstop3h 45m

Saint-Denis Gillot

Tue 30/6

20:20-22:45

Nonstop4h 25m

R9 272

JohannesburgSaint-Denis

JNB - RUN

JNBRUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

23:45-5:30

Nonstop3h 45m

Saint-Denis Gillot

Thu 2/7

20:20-22:45

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R9 610

JohannesburgSaint-Denis

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JNBRUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

13:10-22:50

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Saint-Denis Gillot

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17:25-11:25

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R10 465

JohannesburgSaint-Denis

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JNBRUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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13:10-10:50

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Saint-Denis Gillot

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12:05-11:25

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R10 497

JohannesburgSaint-Denis

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JNBRUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

13:10-9:30

1 stop18h 20m

Saint-Denis Gillot

Tue 30/6

7:00-11:25

1 stop6h 25m

R10 545

Cape TownSaint-Denis

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Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/3

15:15-5:40

1 stop12h 25m

Saint-Denis Gillot

Sun 8/3

20:35-8:20

1 stop13h 45m

R10 578

JohannesburgSaint-Denis

JNB - RUN

JNBRUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

13:10-22:50

1 stop7h 40m

Saint-Denis Gillot

Sun 31/5

7:00-11:25

1 stop6h 25m

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Summary info about Réunion flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R5 112
Best Round-Trip Price	R7 772
Fastest flight time	3h 55m
Popular in	November

The best one-way flight price to Réunion from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R5 112 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Saint-Denis Gillot).

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The best round-trip flight price to Réunion from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R7 772 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Saint-Denis Gillot).

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The fastest flight to Réunion from South Africa takes 3h 55m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Saint-Denis Gillot).

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November has the highest demand for flights to Réunion, with a 8% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Réunion

What is the most popular airport in Réunion to fly to?

The most popular airport in Réunion to fly to is Saint-Denis Gillot, based on our data. In the past 12 months, 98% of all momondo users who travelled to Réunion chose to fly into Saint-Denis Gillot airport, which is located in the city of Saint-Denis.

How much are flights to Réunion?

The cheapest flight to Réunion recently found on momondo was R3 712. If you’re unable to find a flight deal this cheap, keep in mind that anything less than R5 853 is considered a good price for flights to Réunion. R7 535 is the average cost to fly to Réunion, while R10 836 is the most expensive.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Réunion?

If your travel plans are flexible and you’re looking to save money on flights to Réunion, then be sure to book your departure on a Friday. Flying out on a Friday, as well as a Thursday, is your best option. Departing on a Saturday tends to be the most expensive day of the week to fly to Réunion.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Réunion?

Prices for flights to Réunion are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Réunion?

As of January 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights to Réunion.

How old do you have to be to fly to Réunion?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Réunion.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Réunion?

The required travel and health documents for your Réunion trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Réunion. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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