How many flights depart from South Africa to South America on average per week?

The number of flights available between South Africa and South America is 2 per week as of August 2026. The most frequent departure day is Fri, with 100% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

TAAG, Qatar Airways, and LATAM Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to South America

How long is the flight from South Africa to South America?

On average, it takes 23h to fly from South Africa to South America if you fly out of Johannesburg (the most popular airport in South Africa) and into Copenhagen (the most popular airport in South America). If you’re flying out of Durban and into Copenhagen, then the flight time is around 23h 25m.

Which airlines fly to South America?

LATAM Airlines, South African and TAAG are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South America from South Africa according to our data. LATAM Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South America. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to South America 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 South America?

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from South Africa to South America is 6 as of August 2026.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to South America.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South America?

The required travel and health documents for your South America trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South America. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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15:15 - 16:45

JNB

GRU

30h 30m

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18:15 - 10:20

GRU

JNB

11h 05m

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R8 461South African

Mon, Aug 24 - Tue, Sep 8

8:55 - 16:45

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GRU

12h 50m

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18:15 - 10:20

GRU

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11h 05m

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R8 461South African

Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 8

15:35 - 20:25

JNB

GRU

9h 50mdirect

22:50 - 16:05

GRU

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12h 15m

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R8 527Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 22

16:40 - 15:05

JNB

GRU

27h 25m

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18:05 - 14:40

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JNB

15h 35m

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R8 775TAAG

Sun, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 18

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GRU

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GRU

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R8 824TAAG

Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 22

7:30 - 19:50

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17h 20m

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22:40 - 12:10

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JNB

8h 30mdirect

R9 518LATAM Airlines

Thu, Aug 20 - Thu, Aug 27

7:30 - 19:50

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GRU

17h 20m

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22:40 - 12:10

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8h 30mdirect

R9 518LATAM Airlines

Thu, Aug 13 - Thu, Aug 20

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R9 799Multiple Airlines

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R20 871Emirates

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26h 10m

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R20 921Emirates

Sun, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 19

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LATAM Airlines flights from South Africa to South America

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LATAM Airlines

Aug 20

JNB7:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 20m

1 stop

GRU19:50Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Aug 27

GRU22:40Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

8h 30m

JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 518

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Aug 20

JNB7:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 20m

1 stop

GRU19:50Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Aug 27

GRU22:40Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

8h 30m

JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R9 535

LATAM Airlines

Aug 6

CPT15:50Cape Town Intl

9h 00m

GRU19:50Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Aug 19

GRU22:45Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

7h 10m

CPT10:55Cape Town Intl

R9 684

South African flights from South Africa to South America

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Aug 24

JNB15:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 30m

1 stop

GRU16:45Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sept 8

GRU18:15Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

11h 05m

1 stop

JNB10:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R8 461

South African

Aug 18

JNB9:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

12h 20m

1 stop

GRU16:45Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sept 8

GRU18:15Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

11h 05m

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JNB10:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R8 477

South African

Aug 24

JNB15:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 30m

1 stop

GRU16:45Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sept 8

GRU18:15Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

11h 05m

1 stop

JNB10:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R8 494

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Cape TownSao Paulo

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22:20-15:55

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South America?

In general, June is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to South America. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R11 237. If you are unable to visit South America during the month of June, then departing from South Africa during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R11 237.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South America?

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to South America. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as R10 664. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from South Africa to South America for around R15 212.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South America?

The cheapest time of day to fly to South America is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as R9 783. Flights to South America are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of R15 285. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest South Africa to South America flight route?

Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl for the best South Africa - South America flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to South America?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South America from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South America for around R9 954 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South America from South Africa for as low as R8 990 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on South Africa to South America flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa to South America flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to South America flight.

Cheap South Africa to South America flight deals and tips

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Best price found	R11 779
Fastest flight time	6h 35m
Direct flights	Tue, Wed, Fri and Sun
Airports in South America	464 airports

The best one-way flight to South America from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R11 779. The best return flight deal from South Africa to South America found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R10 302.

The fastest flight from South Africa to South America takes 6h 35m

Direct flights go from South Africa to South America on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 464 airports in South America. From South Africa there are direct flights to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from South Africa to South America

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to South America?
Prices for flights from South Africa to South America are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to South America?
The number of operators available for flights from South Africa to South America is 6 as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to South America?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to South America.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South America?
The required travel and health documents for your South America trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South America. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from South Africa to South America?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from South Africa to South America is Airbus A330-300 (50,12% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (49,72%) and Embraer 190 (0,16%).

Best airlines flying from South Africa to South America

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

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom R6 318	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 968 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
South African	PriceFrom R7 304	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 63 reviews	Search South African flights
TAAG	PriceFrom R8 711	Free Cancellation	Rating 5,9 31 reviews	Search TAAG flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R17 871	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 136 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R19 795	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 640 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Air France	PriceFrom R22 190	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 632 reviews	Search Air France flights

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

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to South America from South Africa.

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

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to South America 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 South America?

Once all potential South Africa to South America flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

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