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

South African, LATAM Airlines, and GOL are the most popular carriers operating from South America to South Africa

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

The number of flights available between South America and South Africa is 1 per day as of July 2026. The most frequent departure time is 18:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

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

As of July 2026, there are 9 flights per week flying from South America to South Africa. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from South America to South Africa is 2 as of July 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from South America to South Africa.

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

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

R8 383 Cheap Flights from South America to South Africa in 2026

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18:05 - 14:40

GRU

JNB

15h 35m

1 stop

16:40 - 15:05

JNB

GRU

27h 25m

1 stop

R9 660TAAG

Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10

18:05 - 14:40

GRU

JNB

15h 35m

1 stop

16:40 - 15:05

JNB

GRU

51h 25m

2 stops

R9 824TAAG

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 30

18:05 - 14:40

GRU

JNB

15h 35m

1 stop

16:40 - 15:05

JNB

GRU

27h 25m

1 stop

R9 971TAAG

Mon, Nov 2 - Sat, Nov 21

18:05 - 14:40

GRU

JNB

15h 35m

1 stop

16:40 - 15:05

JNB

GRU

27h 25m

1 stop

R10 004TAAG

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 14

22:50 - 11:10

GRU

CPT

7h 20mdirect

9:55 - 20:25

CPT

GRU

15h 30m

1 stop

R11 756Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10

22:45 - 10:55

GRU

CPT

7h 10mdirect

16:50 - 20:10

CPT

GRU

32h 20m

2 stops

R11 920Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 12 - Mon, Aug 31

9:55 - 17:10

VCP

CPT

50h 15m

2 stops

17:55 - 6:00

CPT

VCP

41h 05m

2 stops

R24 839United Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Wed, Sep 30

9:55 - 17:10

VCP

CPT

50h 15m

2 stops

20:00 - 5:35

CPT

VCP

62h 35m

2 stops

R25 608United Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 23

11:20 - 22:10

VCP

CPT

29h 50m

2 stops

0:15 - 22:55

CPT

VCP

27h 40m

2 stops

R29 800Air France

Sat, Sep 26 - Fri, Oct 2

18:15 - 9:50

CGH

JNB

34h 35m

2 stops

18:55 - 6:20

JNB

CGH

40h 25m

2 stops

R31 748Air Europa

Sun, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 17

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TAAG flights from South America to South Africa

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TAAG

Nov 4

GRU18:05Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15h 35m

1 stop

JNB14:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 10

JNB16:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 25m

1 stop

GRU15:05Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R9 660

TAAG

Sept 16

GRU18:05Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15h 35m

1 stop

JNB14:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 30

JNB16:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

51h 25m

2 stops

GRU15:05Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R9 824

TAAG

Nov 2

GRU18:05Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15h 35m

1 stop

JNB14:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 21

JNB16:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 25m

1 stop

GRU15:05Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R9 971

LATAM Airlines flights from South America to South Africa

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LATAM Airlines

Nov 25

GRU22:50Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

7h 20m

CPT11:10Cape Town Intl

Nov 30

CPT15:45Cape Town Intl

9h 15m

GRU20:00Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R9 988

LATAM Airlines

Nov 22

GRU22:50Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

7h 20m

CPT11:10Cape Town Intl

Nov 30

CPT15:45Cape Town Intl

9h 15m

GRU20:00Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R10 152

LATAM Airlines

Oct 14

GRU22:45Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

7h 10m

CPT10:55Cape Town Intl

Oct 30

CPT9:00Cape Town Intl

16h 25m

1 stop

GRU20:25Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R10 168

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GRU - JNB

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Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Wed 4/11

18:05-14:40

1 stop15h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/11

16:40-15:05

1 stop27h 25m

R9 660

Sao PauloJohannesburg

GRU - JNB

GRUJNB

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Wed 16/9

18:05-14:40

1 stop15h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

16:40-15:05

2 stops51h 25m

R9 824

Sao PauloJohannesburg

GRU - JNB

GRUJNB

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Mon 2/11

18:05-14:40

1 stop15h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/11

16:40-15:05

1 stop27h 25m

R9 971

Sao PauloJohannesburg

GRU - JNB

GRUJNB

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Wed 4/11

18:05-14:40

1 stop15h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/11

16:40-15:05

1 stop27h 25m

R10 004

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Sao PauloCape Town

GRU - CPT

GRUCPT

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Wed 4/11

22:50-11:10

Nonstop7h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/11

9:55-20:25

1 stop15h 30m

R11 756

Sao PauloCape Town

GRU - CPT

GRUCPT

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Wed 12/8

22:45-10:55

Nonstop7h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 31/8

16:50-20:10

2 stops32h 20m

R11 920

Sao PauloCape Town

VCP - CPT

VCPCPT

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Tue 22/9

9:55-17:10

2 stops50h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

17:55-6:00

2 stops41h 05m

R24 839

Sao PauloCape Town

VCP - CPT

VCPCPT

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Tue 13/10

9:55-17:10

2 stops50h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/10

20:00-5:35

2 stops62h 35m

R25 608

Sao PauloCape Town

VCP - CPT

VCPCPT

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Sat 26/9

11:20-22:10

2 stops29h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/10

0:15-22:55

2 stops27h 40m

R29 800

Sao PauloJohannesburg

CGH - JNB

CGHJNB

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Sun 4/10

18:15-9:50

2 stops34h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/10

18:55-6:20

2 stops40h 25m

R31 748

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from South America is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R5 010, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in March, then you should wait until June to fly from South America, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R5 256.

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

Fly from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl to Cape Town Intl for the best South America - South Africa flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from South America when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R10 749 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from South America for as low as R10 201 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on South America to South Africa 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 America to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 12% on your flight if you consider stops on a South America to South Africa flight.

Cheap South America to South Africa flight deals and tips

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Best price found	R8 551
Fastest flight time	7h 20m
Direct flights	Mon, Wed, Thu and Sat
Airports in South Africa	65 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from South America in the past 72 hours is R8 551. The best return flight deal from South America to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R12 394.

The fastest flight from South America to South Africa takes 7h 20m

Direct flights go from South America to South Africa on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. Airlines offering direct flights are: LATAM Airlines and Airlink..

There are 65 airports in South Africa. From South America there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from South America to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South America to South Africa?
Prices for flights from South America to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South America to South Africa?
The number of operators available for flights from South America to South Africa is 2 as of July 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from South America to South Africa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from South America to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa 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 South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from South America to South Africa?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from South America to South Africa is Airbus A330-300, representing 54,32% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 43,65%, Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner at 0,96%, and Embraer 190 at 0,48%.

Best airlines flying from South America to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom R6 298	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 957 reviews		Search LATAM Airlines flights
South African	PriceFrom R8 128	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 63 reviews		Search South African flights

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