Which airlines fly to Portugal?

TAAG, Lufthansa and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Portugal from South Africa according to our data. TAAG is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Portugal. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to Portugal on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from South Africa to Portugal?

The flight from South Africa to Portugal depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Johannesburg (a popular airport in South Africa) to Lisbon (the most popular airport in Portugal), then the flight time is 15h 50m on average. If you fly from Cape Town (another popular airport in South Africa) to Lisbon, then the average flight time is 16h 45m.

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

Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Portugal

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

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

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

There are 15 operators available for flights from South Africa to Portugal as of May 2026.

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

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 Portugal.

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

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

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6:45 - 20:35

CPT

LIS

14h 50m

1 stop

9:20 - 5:45

LIS

CPT

19h 25m

1 stop

R9 548TAAG

Tue, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 19

6:45 - 20:35

CPT

LIS

15h 50m

1 stop

23:00 - 14:05

LIS

CPT

13h 05m

1 stop

R10 431TAAG

Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7

15:05 - 6:50

CPT

LIS

16h 45m

1 stop

9:10 - 5:45

LIS

CPT

19h 35m

1 stop

R10 546TAAG

Sun, Oct 18 - Fri, Oct 23

13:15 - 6:55

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LIS

18h 40m

1 stop

21:50 - 17:30

LIS

CPT

18h 40m

1 stop

R10 791Qatar Airways

Mon, Jul 20 - Thu, Jul 30

13:15 - 6:55

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LIS

18h 40m

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21:50 - 17:30

LIS

CPT

18h 40m

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R10 807Qatar Airways

Mon, Jul 20 - Thu, Jul 30

17:50 - 9:40

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OPO

16h 50m

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16:40 - 9:40

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40h 00m

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R14 388Turkish Airlines

Thu, Aug 6 - Thu, Aug 13

13:30 - 15:40

JNB

OPO

27h 10m

2 stops

10:45 - 9:40

OPO

JNB

21h 55m

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R14 404Turkish Airlines

Wed, Jul 29 - Sun, Oct 18

7:30 - 18:15

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FAO

35h 45m

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20:00 - 21:20

FAO

JNB

24h 20m

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R14 715KLM

Sun, Jun 14 - Sun, Jun 21

23:15 - 18:20

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OPO

20h 05m

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11:45 - 10:20

OPO

JNB

21h 35m

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R14 797KLM

Wed, Jun 17 - Wed, Jun 24

21:15 - 10:20

JNB

FAO

38h 05m

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9:45 - 9:25

FAO

JNB

22h 40m

1 stop

R16 808British Airways

Sun, Jun 14 - Sun, Jun 21

Etihad Airways flights from South Africa to Portugal

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Etihad Airways

Jun 15

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 35m

1 stop

LIS7:25Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Jul 1

LIS9:15Lisbon Humberto Delgado

22h 05m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 595

Etihad Airways

Jul 15

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 35m

1 stop

LIS7:25Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Jul 22

LIS9:15Lisbon Humberto Delgado

22h 05m

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JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 611

Etihad Airways

Jul 15

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 35m

1 stop

LIS7:25Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Jul 22

LIS9:15Lisbon Humberto Delgado

22h 05m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 627

Emirates flights from South Africa to Portugal

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Emirates

Jun 8

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

31h 25m

1 stop

LIS19:40Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Jun 17

LIS14:20Lisbon Humberto Delgado

20h 10m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

R12 066

Emirates

Jun 8

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

24h 20m

1 stop

LIS12:35Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Jun 15

LIS21:25Lisbon Humberto Delgado

37h 05m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

R12 164

Emirates

Jun 5

CPT18:25Cape Town Intl

26h 15m

1 stop

LIS19:40Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Jun 20

LIS14:20Lisbon Humberto Delgado

20h 10m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

R12 410

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R9 548

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JohannesburgPorto

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Porto

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JohannesburgFaro

JNB - FAO

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

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Faro

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20:00-21:20

1 stop24h 20m

R14 715

JohannesburgPorto

JNB - OPO

JNBOPO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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R14 797

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1 stop22h 40m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Portugal?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Portugal. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R10 693. If you’re not able to fly to Portugal in November, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to Portugal during October average around R11 085.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Portugal?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Portugal from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Portugal for around R11 811 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Portugal from South Africa for as low as R11 641 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Portugal?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Portugal are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Portugal?
There are 15 operators available for flights from South Africa to Portugal as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Portugal?
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 Portugal.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Portugal?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Portugal 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 Portugal. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R5 621	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 003 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
TAAG	PriceFrom R8 801	Free Cancellation	Rating 5,7 28 reviews	Search TAAG flights
Air France	PriceFrom R9 139	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 593 reviews	Search Air France flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R9 746	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 032 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R10 070	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 395 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R10 111	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 960 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R10 155	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 445 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R10 210	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 304 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R10 210	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 007 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R10 413	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 525 reviews	Search KLM flights

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