Cheap flights from the United States to South Africa from R7 836
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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?
The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from United States is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around R19 813, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in April, then you should wait until March to fly from United States, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R21 086.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?
According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from United States. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was R18 618. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from United States to South Africa on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around R27 060. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?
Flying to South Africa from United States in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R23 369 when looking at flights departing in the evening. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is at midday when prices are around R35 048.
What is the cheapest United States to South Africa flight route?
Fly from Newark to Cape Town Intl for the best United States - South Africa flight prices
How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from United States when booking 14 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R22 851 when searching 14 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from United States for as low as R18 253 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on United States to South Africa flights?
There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on United States to South Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from United States to South Africa?
Turkish Airlines, Egyptair, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from United States to South Africa
Which airlines fly to South Africa?
British Airways, United Airlines and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from United States according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 29% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from United States to South Africa on average per week?
As of June 2025, 23 flights take off from United States and land in South Africa each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
How long is the flight from United States to South Africa?
On average, it takes 20h 10m to fly from United States to South Africa if you fly out of New York (the most popular airport in United States) and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa). If you’re flying out of Miami and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 21h 23m.
Cheap United States to South Africa flight deals and tips
Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from United States to South Africa
Best price found | R7 836 |
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Fastest flight time | 14h 25m |
Direct flights | Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun |
Airports in South Africa | 2 airports |
When did momondo last update prices for flights from United States to South Africa?
Prices for flights from United States to South Africa were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from United States to South Africa?
The number of operators available for flights from United States to South Africa is 9 as of June 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from United States to South Africa?
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 United States to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Africa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from United States to South Africa?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from United States to South Africa is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (75,03% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A350-900 (23,83%), Boeing 777 (0,76%), and Boeing 777-300ER (0,25%).
Best airlines flying from United States to South Africa
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom R4 573 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7,4 8 798 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom R10 810 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7,3 3 852 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom R12 335 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7,4 3 586 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom R13 596 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7,4 652 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom R15 558 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7,2 781 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom R15 579 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7,8 1 361 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom R15 636 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6,6 7 019 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom R15 814 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7,4 1 212 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom R16 018 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7,5 1 628 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom R20 154 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6,9 265 reviews |
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Can I find flights from United States to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Flights from United States to South Africa with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.
How can momondo help me find flights from United States to South Africa?
Once all potential United States to South Africa 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.
I’m not ready to book a flight from United States to South Africa right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to South Africa from United States. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.