How long does it take to fly to Philadelphia?

The flight from South Africa to Philadelphia depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Cape Town (a popular airport in South Africa) to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Philadelphia), then the flight time is 21h 20m on average. If you fly from Johannesburg (another popular airport in South Africa) to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 22h 05m.

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

Qatar Airways and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Philadelphia

Which airlines fly to Philadelphia?

United Airlines, Qatar Airways and Virgin Atlantic are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Philadelphia from South Africa according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Philadelphia. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to Philadelphia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Philadelphia Airport?

Prices for flights from South Africa to Philadelphia Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Philadelphia Airport?

There are 6 operators available for flights from South Africa to Philadelphia Airport as of July 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Philadelphia Airport?

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 South Africa to Philadelphia Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Philadelphia Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Philadelphia Airport 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 Philadelphia Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

R7 898 Cheap Flights from South Africa to Philadelphia in 2026

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Find the cheapest flights from South Africa to Philadelphia

Return

One-way

Last minute

Recent return flight deals from South Africa to Philadelphia

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

20:55 - 15:05

JNB

PHL

24h 10m

1 stop

21:30 - 8:40

PHL

JNB

29h 10m

1 stop

R15 550Qatar Airways

Thu, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 30

13:15 - 14:30

CPT

PHL

31h 15m

1 stop

21:30 - 10:15

PHL

CPT

30h 45m

1 stop

R16 940Qatar Airways

Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 24

22:00 - 10:11

JNB

PHL

42h 11m

2 stops

15:05 - 18:35

PHL

JNB

21h 30m

2 stops

R17 055United Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 30

13:15 - 14:30

CPT

PHL

31h 15m

1 stop

21:30 - 10:30

PHL

CPT

31h 00m

1 stop

R17 594Qatar Airways

Thu, Aug 6 - Thu, Oct 29

23:15 - 21:40

CPT

PHL

28h 25m

2 stops

12:06 - 22:10

PHL

CPT

28h 04m

2 stops

R18 052Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 24

23:15 - 11:44

CPT

PHL

42h 29m

2 stops

10:35 - 17:50

PHL

CPT

25h 15m

1 stop

R18 657Delta

Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 24

21:15 - 16:40

JNB

PHL

25h 25m

1 stop

22:10 - 10:25

PHL

JNB

30h 15m

2 stops

R19 098Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 30

19:35 - 16:15

JNB

PHL

27h 40m

1 stop

18:35 - 10:25

PHL

JNB

32h 50m

1 stop

R19 262British Airways

Sun, Nov 22 - Wed, Nov 25

19:35 - 16:15

JNB

PHL

27h 40m

1 stop

21:10 - 10:25

PHL

JNB

30h 15m

2 stops

R19 589British Airways

Sun, Nov 22 - Wed, Nov 25

17:55 - 16:05

CPT

PHL

28h 10m

1 stop

6:10 - 15:20

PHL

CPT

27h 10m

2 stops

R19 736United Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 24

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names, great deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customise your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Philadelphia

Our best Qatar Airways deals on South Africa to Philadelphia flight tickets

Qatar Airways

Oct 1

JNB20:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 10m

1 stop

PHL15:05Philadelphia

Oct 30

PHL21:30Philadelphia

29h 10m

1 stop

JNB8:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 550

Qatar Airways

Sept 9

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

31h 15m

1 stop

PHL14:30Philadelphia

Sept 24

PHL21:30Philadelphia

30h 45m

1 stop

CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

R16 940

Qatar Airways

Aug 6

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

31h 15m

1 stop

PHL14:30Philadelphia

Oct 29

PHL21:30Philadelphia

31h 00m

1 stop

CPT10:30Cape Town Intl

R17 594

British Airways flights from South Africa to Philadelphia

Our best British Airways deals on South Africa to Philadelphia flight tickets

British Airways

Nov 22

JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 40m

1 stop

PHL16:15Philadelphia

Nov 25

PHL18:35Philadelphia

32h 50m

1 stop

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R19 262

British Airways

Nov 22

JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 40m

1 stop

PHL16:15Philadelphia

Nov 25

PHL21:10Philadelphia

30h 15m

2 stops

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R19 589

British Airways

Aug 19

CPT18:50Cape Town Intl

27h 50m

1 stop

PHL16:40Philadelphia

Aug 26

PHL20:05Philadelphia

32h 55m

2 stops

CPT11:00Cape Town Intl

R19 622

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Fastest return journey

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

20:55-15:05

1 stop24h 10m

Philadelphia

Fri 30/10

21:30-8:40

1 stop29h 10m

R15 550

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/9

13:15-14:30

1 stop31h 15m

Philadelphia

Thu 24/9

21:30-10:15

1 stop30h 45m

R16 940

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

22:00-10:11

2 stops42h 11m

Philadelphia

Fri 30/10

15:05-18:35

2 stops21h 30m

R17 055

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/8

13:15-14:30

1 stop31h 15m

Philadelphia

Thu 29/10

21:30-10:30

1 stop31h 00m

R17 594

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/9

23:15-21:40

2 stops28h 25m

Philadelphia

Thu 24/9

12:06-22:10

2 stops28h 04m

R18 052

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/9

23:15-11:44

2 stops42h 29m

Philadelphia

Thu 24/9

10:35-17:50

1 stop25h 15m

R18 657

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

21:15-16:40

1 stop25h 25m

Philadelphia

Fri 30/10

22:10-10:25

2 stops30h 15m

R19 098

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/11

19:35-16:15

1 stop27h 40m

Philadelphia

Wed 25/11

18:35-10:25

1 stop32h 50m

R19 262

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/11

19:35-16:15

1 stop27h 40m

Philadelphia

Wed 25/11

21:10-10:25

2 stops30h 15m

R19 589

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/9

17:55-16:05

1 stop28h 10m

Philadelphia

Thu 24/9

6:10-15:20

2 stops27h 10m

R19 736

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to Philadelphia

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

Other information

What is the cheapest month to fly to Philadelphia?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Philadelphia. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R11 397. If you are unable to visit Philadelphia during the month of January, then departing from South Africa during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R13 539.

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

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Philadelphia flight.

Cheap South Africa to Philadelphia flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from South Africa to Philadelphia

Fastest flight time	24h 10m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from South Africa to Philadelphia takes 24h 10m

There are no direct flights from South Africa to Philadelphia. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to Philadelphia.

Search flight deals

Frequently asked questions about flying from South Africa to Philadelphia

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Philadelphia Airport?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Philadelphia Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Philadelphia Airport?
There are 6 operators available for flights from South Africa to Philadelphia Airport as of July 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Philadelphia Airport?
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 South Africa to Philadelphia Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Philadelphia Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Philadelphia Airport 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 Philadelphia Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Philadelphia

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

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
KLM	PriceFrom R11 400	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 533 reviews	Search KLM flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R14 351	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 693 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R15 240	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 742 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R15 613	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 105 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 645	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 960 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom R15 856	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,1 11 794 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

Cape May

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from South Africa to Philadelphia?

momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and agents so you can find and book the best deal on flights from South Africa to Philadelphia . Millions of users trust and use momondo every year so you are in good hands.

Can I find flights from South Africa to Philadelphia with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Philadelphia from South Africa which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights from South Africa to Philadelphia?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight from South Africa to Philadelphia.

I’m not ready to book a flight from South Africa to Philadelphia right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes. momondo can track prices for South Africa to Philadelphia flights and alert you when they change. Perform a search to set up the price alert. All that is required is a valid email address.