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

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

Which airlines fly to Philadelphia?

United Airlines, Qatar Airways and Emirates 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 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Philadelphia. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to Philadelphia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 24h 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 25h 30m.

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 4 operators available for flights from South Africa to Philadelphia Airport as of October 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.

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20:20 - 14:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PHL Philadelphia

25h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

20:45 - 8:40PHL Philadelphia-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R16 317Qatar Airways

Sun, Nov 8 - Thu, Nov 12

13:45 - 14:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PHL Philadelphia

32h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

20:45 - 15:35PHL Philadelphia-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R16 383Qatar Airways

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2

19:35 - 16:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PHL Philadelphia

27h 40m1 stop London Heathrow

18:35 - 10:25PHL Philadelphia-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 50m1 stop London Heathrow

R16 712British Airways

Mon, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 17

22:00 - 9:49JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PHL Philadelphia

42h 49m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

14:37 - 18:35PHL Philadelphia-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 58m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark

R17 125United Airlines

Mon, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 17

19:35 - 16:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PHL Philadelphia

27h 40m1 stop London Heathrow

21:50 - 10:25PHL Philadelphia-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 35m2 stops Boston Logan Intl London Heathrow

R17 818British Airways

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1

20:40 - 21:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PHL Philadelphia

32h 00m2 stops Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl

13:00 - 10:00PHL Philadelphia-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

38h 00m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dublin Zurich

R18 296SWISS

Mon, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 17

20:40 - 14:39JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PHL Philadelphia

48h 59m2 stops Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

9:15 - 10:00PHL Philadelphia-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

41h 45m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Zurich

R18 313Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 19

19:45 - 23:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PHL Philadelphia

34h 45m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6:19 - 18:35PHL Philadelphia-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 16m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

R18 940United Airlines

Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3

19:35 - 15:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PHL Philadelphia

26h 50m2 stops London Heathrow Amsterdam Schiphol

19:35 - 10:25PHL Philadelphia-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 50m1 stop London Heathrow

R21 744American Airlines

Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4

19:35 - 15:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-PHL Philadelphia

26h 50m2 stops London Heathrow Amsterdam Schiphol

21:34 - 10:25PHL Philadelphia-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 51m2 stops Boston Logan Intl London Heathrow

R21 827American Airlines

Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4

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Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Philadelphia

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

Qatar Airways

Nov 8

JNB20:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 30m

1 stop

PHL14:50Philadelphia

Nov 12

PHL20:45Philadelphia

28h 55m

1 stop

JNB8:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 317

Qatar Airways

Nov 25

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 05m

1 stop

PHL14:50Philadelphia

Dec 2

PHL20:45Philadelphia

35h 50m

1 stop

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 382

Qatar Airways

Nov 8

JNB20:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 30m

1 stop

PHL14:50Philadelphia

Nov 12

PHL20:45Philadelphia

28h 55m

1 stop

JNB8:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 547

British Airways flights from South Africa to Philadelphia

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

British Airways

Feb 1

JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 40m

1 stop

PHL16:15Philadelphia

Feb 17

PHL18:35Philadelphia

32h 50m

1 stop

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 712

British Airways

Nov 24

JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 40m

1 stop

PHL16:15Philadelphia

Dec 1

PHL21:50Philadelphia

29h 35m

2 stops

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 818

British Airways

Feb 1

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 15m

1 stop

PHL16:15Philadelphia

Feb 17

PHL19:48Philadelphia

31h 37m

2 stops

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R18 082

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PHL Philadelphia

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Sun 8/11

20:20-14:50

1 stop25h 30m

Philadelphia

Thu 12/11

20:45-8:40

1 stop28h 55m

R16 317

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PHL Philadelphia

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Wed 25/11

13:45-14:50

1 stop32h 05m

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20:45-15:35

1 stop35h 50m

R16 382

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PHL Philadelphia

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19:35-16:15

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R16 712

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Mon 1/2

22:00-9:49

2 stops42h 49m

Philadelphia

Wed 17/2

14:37-18:35

2 stops20h 58m

R17 125

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PHL Philadelphia

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

19:35-16:15

1 stop27h 40m

Philadelphia

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21:50-10:25

2 stops29h 35m

R17 818

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PHL Philadelphia

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/2

20:40-21:40

2 stops32h 00m

Philadelphia

Wed 17/2

13:00-10:00

3 stops38h 00m

R18 296

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PHL Philadelphia

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

20:40-14:39

2 stops48h 59m

Philadelphia

Thu 19/11

9:15-10:00

2 stops41h 45m

R18 313

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PHL Philadelphia

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

19:45-23:30

2 stops34h 45m

Philadelphia

Thu 3/12

6:19-18:35

2 stops29h 16m

R18 940

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PHL Philadelphia

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/11

19:35-15:25

2 stops26h 50m

Philadelphia

Fri 4/12

19:35-10:25

1 stop31h 50m

R21 744

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - PHL Philadelphia

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/11

19:35-15:25

2 stops26h 50m

Philadelphia

Fri 4/12

21:34-10:25

2 stops29h 51m

R21 827

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Philadelphia?

In general, February 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 R15 690. If you are unable to visit Philadelphia during the month of February, then departing from South Africa during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R16 069.

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

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to Philadelphia flight.

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Best price found	R11 780
Fastest flight time	25h 30m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Philadelphia from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R11 780. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Philadelphia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R16 317.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Philadelphia takes 25h 30m

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

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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 4 operators available for flights from South Africa to Philadelphia Airport as of October 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

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R15 584	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 721 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R15 742	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 261 reviews	Search British Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom R15 999	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,0 12 164 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R17 352	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 10 359 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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