R1 368 Cheap flights to South Africa

While there are more than just a few landmarks in South Africa, most momondo users find Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, uShaka Marine World, and Camps Bay Beach to be the most interesting places to see in the country.

The closest airport to Sea Point Pavilion is Cape Town Airport, which is located in Cape Town. If you plan on visiting or staying in this area, landing at Cape Town Airport will be your best bet.

There are 7 airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, but FlySafair, Airlink and South African happen to be the most popular among our users. In the past year, 62% of those who searched for flights to South Africa looked to travel with FlySafair, making this airline the top choice among momondo travellers.

The most popular airport in South Africa to fly to is Johannesburg OR Tambo, based on our data. In the past 12 months, 48% of all momondo users who travelled to South Africa chose to fly into Johannesburg OR Tambo airport, which is located in the city of Johannesburg.

The cheapest flight to South Africa recently found on momondo was R569. If you’re unable to find a flight deal this cheap, keep in mind that anything less than R3 928 is considered a good price for flights to South Africa. R4 842 is the average cost to fly to South Africa, while R173 790 is the most expensive.

To save money on airfare when visiting South Africa, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo airport in Johannesburg, which has the cheapest flights with an average airfare of R569. You may also consider flying to Bloemfontein Intl airport in Bloemfontein for the second cheapest option with an average airfare of R612.

Prices for flights to South Africa refresh daily.

As of July 2026, there are 54 operators available to choose from for flights to South Africa.

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to South Africa.

The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.