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

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

How often are flights from South Africa to Portugal delayed?

Historically, on average around 89% of flights between South Africa and Portugal have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 159 minutes.

Which airlines fly to Portugal?

TAAG, Lufthansa and KLM 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 46% 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 Cape Town (a popular airport in South Africa) to Lisbon (the most popular airport in Portugal), then the flight time is 14h 50m on average. If you fly from Johannesburg (another popular airport in South Africa) to Lisbon, then the average flight time is 15h 30m.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Portugal flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Portugal flights?

According to our data, TAP AIR PORTUGAL have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 89% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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 March 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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FAO

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R10 130Multiple Airlines

Mon, May 11 - Mon, May 18

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R10 318TAAG

Wed, Jun 3 - Tue, Jun 23

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R10 369TAAG

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 15

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R16 341KLM

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Etihad Airways flights from South Africa to Portugal

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May 3

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 40m

1 stop

LIS7:25Lisbon Humberto Delgado

May 16

LIS9:15Lisbon Humberto Delgado

22h 00m

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Apr 10

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

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JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

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22h 00m

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R10 660

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TAAG

Jun 3

CPT6:45Cape Town Intl

14h 50m

1 stop

LIS20:35Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Jun 23

LIS9:00Lisbon Humberto Delgado

13h 30m

1 stop

CPT23:30Cape Town Intl

R10 318

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Sept 1

CPT6:45Cape Town Intl

14h 50m

1 stop

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Sept 15

LIS9:00Lisbon Humberto Delgado

19h 45m

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CPT5:45Cape Town Intl

R10 369

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May 24

CPT15:55Cape Town Intl

16h 15m

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LIS7:10Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Jun 14

LIS9:00Lisbon Humberto Delgado

13h 30m

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CPT23:30Cape Town Intl

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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 R11 191. 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 225.

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 R12 240 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 927 on momondo.

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There are 15 operators available for flights from South Africa to Portugal as of March 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 883	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 984 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R8 264	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 906 reviews	Search SWISS flights
TAAG	PriceFrom R9 336	Free Cancellation	Rating 5,7 28 reviews	Search TAAG flights
KLM	PriceFrom R9 424	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 477 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom R9 565	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 555 reviews	Search Air France flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R10 200	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 872 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R10 475	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 430 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R10 542	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 288 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R10 592	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 301 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 753	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 733 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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