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

TAAG, Qatar Airways, and LATAM Airlines 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 May 2026. The most frequent departure time is 22:00, 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 May 2026, there are 13 flights per week flying from South America to South Africa. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 23% 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 May 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.

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18:15 - 6:45

GRU

CPT

7h 30mdirect

12:50 - 16:45

CPT

GRU

8h 55mdirect

R9 091GOL

Tue, Jun 16 - Tue, Jun 23

18:15 - 6:45

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CPT

7h 30mdirect

12:50 - 16:45

CPT

GRU

8h 55mdirect

R9 391GOL

Tue, Jun 16 - Tue, Jun 23

18:05 - 14:40

GRU

JNB

15h 35m

1 stop

16:40 - 15:05

JNB

GRU

27h 25m

1 stop

R9 824TAAG

Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 22

18:05 - 14:40

GRU

JNB

15h 35m

1 stop

5:45 - 15:05

JNB

GRU

14h 20m

1 stop

R9 990TAAG

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 28

22:30 - 12:00

GRU

JNB

8h 30mdirect

14:55 - 20:10

JNB

GRU

10h 15mdirect

R10 057LATAM Airlines

Mon, Aug 3 - Sun, Aug 9

22:30 - 12:00

GRU

JNB

8h 30mdirect

14:55 - 20:10

JNB

GRU

10h 15mdirect

R10 123LATAM Airlines

Mon, Aug 3 - Sun, Aug 9

9:55 - 18:30

VCP

JNB

51h 35m

2 stops

19:00 - 6:00

JNB

VCP

40h 00m

2 stops

R28 606United Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 7

17:55 - 10:50

CGH

JNB

35h 55m

2 stops

19:55 - 10:05

JNB

CGH

43h 10m

2 stops

R28 705Air Europa

Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Nov 7

16:30 - 10:50

CGH

JNB

37h 20m

2 stops

19:55 - 10:05

JNB

CGH

43h 10m

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R29 871Air Europa

Sun, Oct 25 - Sat, Nov 7

9:55 - 18:30

VCP

JNB

51h 35m

2 stops

19:00 - 9:00

JNB

VCP

43h 00m

2 stops

R30 137United Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 17

LATAM Airlines flights from South America to South Africa

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LATAM Airlines

Aug 3

GRU22:30Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

8h 30m

JNB12:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 9

JNB14:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

10h 15m

GRU20:10Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R10 057

LATAM Airlines

Aug 3

GRU22:30Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

8h 30m

JNB12:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 9

JNB14:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

10h 15m

GRU20:10Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R10 123

LATAM Airlines

Aug 17

GRU22:30Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

8h 30m

JNB12:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 1

JNB14:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

10h 20m

GRU20:10Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R10 323

TAAG flights from South America to South Africa

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TAAG

Sept 11

GRU18:05Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15h 35m

1 stop

JNB14:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 22

JNB16:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 25m

1 stop

GRU15:05Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R9 824

TAAG

Oct 14

GRU18:05Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15h 35m

1 stop

JNB14:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 28

JNB5:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 20m

1 stop

GRU15:05Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R9 990

TAAG

Aug 10

GRU18:05Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15h 35m

1 stop

JNB14:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 17

JNB5:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 20m

1 stop

GRU15:05Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

R10 074

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18:15-6:45

Nonstop7h 30m

Cape Town Intl

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12:50-16:45

Nonstop8h 55m

R9 091

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Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 16/6

18:15-6:45

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Cape Town Intl

Tue 23/6

12:50-16:45

Nonstop8h 55m

R9 391

Sao PauloJohannesburg

GRU - JNB

GRUJNB

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Fri 11/9

18:05-14:40

1 stop15h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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16:40-15:05

1 stop27h 25m

R9 824

Sao PauloJohannesburg

GRU - JNB

GRUJNB

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Wed 14/10

18:05-14:40

1 stop15h 35m

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5:45-15:05

1 stop14h 20m

R9 990

Sao PauloJohannesburg

GRU - JNB

GRUJNB

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Mon 3/8

22:30-12:00

Nonstop8h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/8

14:55-20:10

Nonstop10h 15m

R10 057

Sao PauloJohannesburg

GRU - JNB

GRUJNB

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Mon 3/8

22:30-12:00

Nonstop8h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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14:55-20:10

Nonstop10h 15m

R10 123

Sao PauloJohannesburg

VCP - JNB

VCPJNB

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Mon 31/8

9:55-18:30

2 stops51h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

19:00-6:00

2 stops40h 00m

R28 606

Sao PauloJohannesburg

CGH - JNB

CGHJNB

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Tue 27/10

17:55-10:50

2 stops35h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/11

19:55-10:05

2 stops43h 10m

R28 705

Sao PauloJohannesburg

CGH - JNB

CGHJNB

Sao Paulo Congonhas

Sun 25/10

16:30-10:50

2 stops37h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/11

19:55-10:05

2 stops43h 10m

R29 871

Sao PauloJohannesburg

VCP - JNB

VCPJNB

Sao Paulo Viracopos

Wed 9/9

9:55-18:30

2 stops51h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

19:00-9:00

2 stops43h 00m

R30 137

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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 November. Flight prices, which tend to average around R4 429, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in November, then you should wait until May to fly from South America, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R5 361.

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

Fly from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 766 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 R9 907 on momondo.

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Best price found	R8 696
Fastest flight time	7h 10m
Direct flights	Mon, Thu, Sat and Sun
Airports in South Africa	65 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from South America in the past 72 hours is R8 696. The best return flight deal from South America to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R14 900.

The fastest flight from South America to South Africa takes 7h 10m

Direct flights go from South America to South Africa on Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. Airlines offering direct flights are: GOL 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 May 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 61,05% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 37,61%, Embraer 190 at 0,37%, and Boeing 777-200LR at 0,24%.

Best airlines flying from South America to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom R6 404	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 923 reviews		Search LATAM Airlines flights
South African	PriceFrom R8 265	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 62 reviews		Search South African flights

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