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

As of February 2026, 33 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 18% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

United Airlines, British Airways and Turkish Airlines 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 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 23% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

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

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

On average, it takes 21h 05m 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 San Francisco and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 21h 13m.

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

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

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. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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 February 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 32% 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 142 minutes.

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Feb 17

ATL19:35Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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Apr 10

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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 March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R17 801, 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 April to fly from United States, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R18 617.

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

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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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R20 061 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 R14 123 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	14h 25m
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Airports in South Africa	65 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from United States in the past 72 hours is R19 009. The best return flight deal from United States to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R23 014.

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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The number of operators available for flights from United States to South Africa is 9 as of February 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 (59,50% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A350-900 (20,64%), Airbus A340-300 (7,33%), and Airbus A320 (sharklets) (6,46%).

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United Airlines	PriceFrom R4 079	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 241 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R7 896	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 383 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R9 356	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
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British Airways	PriceFrom R14 032	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 716 reviews	Search British Airways flights
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Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R15 941	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 159 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
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Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R17 539	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 292 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R19 630	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 678 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights

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You could potentially save up to 76% on your flight if you consider stops on a United States to South Africa flight.

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

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

Historically, on average around 32% 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 142 minutes.

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

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

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. Thursday 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 23% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

As of February 2026, 33 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 18% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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