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Cheap flights from South Africa to Europe from R5 132

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CPH
Mar 29 — Apr 51
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Europe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Europe flight deals. Data was last updated 24 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 646

One-way from

R5 132

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 322

Good round-trip deal

R9 373 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 864 or less
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 17/7-22/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 00m total
  • South Africa to Europe
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 3/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 45m total
  • South Africa to Europe
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R23 057 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 497 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Europe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Europe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 March 2025.

Thu 17/719:35JNB - LHR
1 stop13h 20mSWISS
Mon 21/718:40LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 40mSWISS
Deal found 22/3R9 646
Tue 6/522:50JNB - LGW
1 stop32h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 26/510:10LGW - JNB
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/3R9 810
Wed 7/513:55JNB - IST
1 stop21h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 14/520:05IST - JNB
1 stop14h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/3R10 046
Thu 17/719:35JNB - LCY
1 stop14h 15mSWISS
Sun 20/719:20LCY - JNB
1 stop13h 00mSWISS
Deal found 22/3R10 083
Thu 27/310:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Thu 24/417:30LHR - JNB
1 stop14h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 22/3R10 265
Sun 18/519:35JNB - LGW
1 stop23h 15mSWISS
Mon 23/218:45LGW - JNB
1 stop13h 25mSWISS
Deal found 22/3R10 465
Wed 7/514:30JNB - IST
1 stop13h 15mEthiopian Air
Tue 13/50:10IST - JNB
1 stop13h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/3R10 538
Thu 27/310:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 22/410:25LHR - JNB
2 stops21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3R10 793
Sun 15/69:50JNB - IST
1 stop19h 20mEtihad Airways
Sun 22/67:30IST - JNB
1 stop25h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/3R10 793
Wed 21/523:15JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 35mKLM
Thu 29/56:30LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 50mKLM
Deal found 23/3R10 811
Wed 4/623:15CPT - LHR
1 stop19h 20mKLM
Thu 12/620:55LHR - CPT
1 stop23h 30mKLM
Deal found 23/3R10 866
Sat 14/613:00CPT - IST
1 stop16h 20mQatar Airways
Sat 21/613:45IST - CPT
1 stop22h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 22/3R10 902

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Europe that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 24 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Europe that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Europe

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/7

19:35-7:55

1 stop13h 20m

London Heathrow

Mon 21/7

18:40-9:20

1 stop13h 40m

R9 646

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/5

22:50-6:25

1 stop32h 35m

London Gatwick

Mon 26/5

10:10-3:55

1 stop16h 45m

R9 810

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

13:55-11:55

1 stop21h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 14/5

20:05-10:00

1 stop14h 55m

R10 046

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/7

19:35-8:50

1 stop14h 15m

London City

Sun 20/7

19:20-9:20

1 stop13h 00m

R10 083

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/5

19:35-17:50

1 stop23h 15m

London Gatwick

Wed 25/2

18:45-10:10

1 stop13h 25m

R10 465

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

14:30-4:45

1 stop13h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 13/5

0:10-13:05

1 stop13h 55m

R10 538

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/6

9:50-6:10

1 stop19h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 22/6

7:30-8:20

1 stop25h 50m

R10 793

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

23:15-13:50

1 stop15h 35m

London Heathrow

Thu 29/5

6:30-21:20

1 stop13h 50m

R10 811

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/5

18:50-8:00

1 stop14h 10m

London Heathrow

Sun 25/5

20:55-21:20

1 stop23h 25m

R10 866

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/6

23:15-17:35

1 stop19h 20m

London Heathrow

Thu 12/6

20:55-21:25

1 stop23h 30m

R10 866

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Europe

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Europe

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Europe?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Europe (average of R587). Flying from South Africa to Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of R827). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to EU?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Europe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 March 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Europe as you normally would.

Rainfall in Europe by month

Plan your trip to Europe by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Europe ranges from 40.0 - 70.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Europe when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Europe by month

Plan your trip to Europe by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Europe, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Europe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Europe. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Europe. Reviews last updated 24 March 2025.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 188 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 188 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 188 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 188 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Austrian Airlines
7,6
Good
768 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 188 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 569 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 188 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 538 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 188 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Europe one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Europe are Kenya Airways (R5 132), Qatar Airways (R5 223), and Etihad Airways (R5 424).

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Europe that include hotel bookings?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Europe?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Europe by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Europe?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Europe (average of R587). Flying from South Africa to Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of R827). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to Europe

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Europe. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 24 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 764AverageR14 693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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CondorCheapestR9 106AverageR14 364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 202AverageR15 285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 294AverageR15 041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR9 294AverageR13 664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR9 425AverageR12 031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR9 498AverageR14 164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR9 558AverageR13 209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR9 651AverageR14 994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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SAUDIACheapestR9 688AverageR10 262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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