Question 1

What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from United States is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around R19 895, 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 041.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

As of July 2025, 16 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 25% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 3

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

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Fly from Newark to Cape Town Intl for the best United States - South Africa flight prices

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

On average, it takes 19h 20m 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 Los Angeles and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 22h 30m.

Question 5

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

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 593. 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 025. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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 R22 636 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 R18 015 on momondo.

Question 7

Can stopping save me money on United States to South Africa flights?

Accepted Answer

You could potentially save up to 59% on your flight if you consider stops on a United States to South Africa flight.

Question 8

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

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 338 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 002.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Turkish Airlines, Norse Atlantic UK, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from United States to South Africa

Question 10

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Accepted Answer

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 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from United States to South Africa were last updated today.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from United States to South Africa is 8 as of July 2025.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R13 272	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 925 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R13 578	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 655 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
KLM	PriceFrom R15 412	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 383 reviews	Search KLM flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R15 538	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 803 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R15 615	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,6 7 208 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 665	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 8 899 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R15 997	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 683 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R18 327	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 609 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R20 025	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,9 274 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

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?

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.

Can stopping save me money on United States to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 59% on your flight if you consider stops on a United States to South Africa flight.

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

Turkish Airlines, Norse Atlantic UK, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from United States to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

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

As of July 2025, 16 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 25% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

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

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

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

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

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