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

As of August 2026, 30 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 20% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from United States to South Africa?

On average, it takes 22h 14m to fly from United States to South Africa if you fly out of Miami (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 Boston and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 23h 40m.

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

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

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

Kenya Airways, Egyptair, and Air Europa are the most popular carriers operating from United States to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

United Airlines, Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from United States according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 48% 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.

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

Tuesday 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.

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

According to our data, Delta have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 20% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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 7 as of August 2026.

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.

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Q: How often are flights from the United States to South Africa delayed?

Historically, on average around 27% of flights between United States and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 149 minutes.

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ATL

JNB

20h 50m

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8:20 - 8:55

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R15 553Ethiopian Air

Fri, Sep 18 - Sun, Oct 4

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JNB

35h 20m

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R15 603Ethiopian Air

Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Sep 29

7:00 - 13:35

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R16 691Kenya Airways

Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 17

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R16 757Etihad Airways

Mon, Aug 24 - Thu, Sep 3

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R16 774Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26

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R16 790Etihad Airways

Tue, Aug 25 - Thu, Sep 3

22:00 - 4:00

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R20 336Qatar Airways

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R20 336Qatar Airways

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R26 555United Airlines

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Etihad Airways flights from United States to South Africa

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Aug 24

ATL21:30Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

28h 50m

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JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 3

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

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R16 757

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Aug 24

ATL21:30Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

28h 50m

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JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 2

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

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ATL16:30Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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Nov 4

ATL21:20Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

28h 00m

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JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 18

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 00m

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ATL15:50Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R16 922

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Sept 18

ATL10:35Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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JNB13:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

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JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Sept 21

ATL10:35Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Aug 24

ATL10:35Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

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JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 35m

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ATL8:55Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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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 February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R22 052, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in February, then you should wait until November to fly from United States, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R22 712.

What is the cheapest United States to South Africa flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from the United States to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from United States when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R20 688 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 United States for as low as R19 512 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.

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You could potentially save up to 60% on your flight if you consider stops on a United States to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	14h 25m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in South Africa	65 airports

The fastest flight from United States to South Africa takes 14h 25m

Direct flights go from United States to South Africa every day.

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from the United States to South Africa

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 7 as of August 2026.
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 (53,73% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A350-900 (18,89%), Airbus A340-300 (7,84%), and Airbus A320 (sharklets) (7,46%).

Best airlines flying from United States to South Africa

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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R8 142	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 498 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R9 648	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 736 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R10 355	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 015 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R13 962	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 464 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R14 699	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 148 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R16 752	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 694 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom R16 841	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 3 026 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Delta	PriceFrom R17 102	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 8 489 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R17 957	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 10 060 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R17 962	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 552 reviews	Search KLM flights

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