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Cheap flights from New Zealand to South Africa from R12 264

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 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
AKL — JNB
May 21 — May 281
1 adult
Tue 21/5
Tue 28/5

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

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 22 days in advance, which can save you up to 5% on flights from New Zealand to South Africa compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 22 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at R25 676. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from R27 243.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New Zealand to South Africa?

February is one of the best times of the year to fly to South Africa from New Zealand. Prices for February average R24 922 per person but you can even find prices for as low as R17 639. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a February flight can save you 25% on your journey compared to booking in December

When is the cheapest time to fly from New Zealand to South Africa (NZ - ZA)?

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

Cheap Cathay Pacific flights from New Zealand to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Cathay Pacific for the route between New Zealand and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Consider these cheap Cathay Pacific flights we've found departing from New Zealand to South Africa. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Sat 15/613:45AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 55mCathay Pacific
Tue 16/711:20JNB - AKL
1 stop37h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/5R22 450
Sat 15/613:45AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 55mCathay Pacific
Fri 12/711:20JNB - AKL
1 stop37h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/5R24 473
Thu 13/610:10AKL - JNB
1 stop31h 30mCathay Pacific
Fri 12/711:20JNB - AKL
1 stop37h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/5R25 876
Mon 17/610:45AKL - JNB
1 stop30h 55mCathay Pacific
Fri 12/711:20JNB - AKL
1 stop37h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/5R26 514
Sat 15/613:45AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 55mCathay Pacific
Tue 16/711:20JNB - AKL
1 stop37h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/5R27 698
Sat 15/613:45AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 55mCathay Pacific
Wed 10/713:35JNB - AKL
2 stops34h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/5R28 044
Sat 15/613:45AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 55mCathay Pacific
Sat 13/720:15JNB - AKL
2 stops52h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/5R28 518
Sat 15/613:45AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 55mCathay Pacific
Thu 11/713:35JNB - AKL
2 stops34h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/5R28 792
Sat 15/613:45AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 55mCathay Pacific
Tue 16/720:15JNB - AKL
2 stops52h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/5R28 846

Cheap Emirates flights from New Zealand to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between New Zealand and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Emirates flights we've found at this time heading from New Zealand to South Africa. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Tue 15/1016:50CHC - JNB
2 stops39h 00mEmirates
Tue 22/1019:10JNB - CHC
2 stops42h 10mEmirates
Deal found 16/5R22 578
Thu 3/1017:05AKL - JNB
2 stops38h 45mEmirates
Sun 29/1222:20JNB - AKL
2 stops39h 15mEmirates
Deal found 15/5R22 596
Thu 3/1021:10AKL - JNB
1 stop34h 40mEmirates
Sun 29/1218:50JNB - AKL
2 stops42h 40mEmirates
Deal found 15/5R22 723
Thu 3/1017:05AKL - JNB
2 stops38h 45mEmirates
Sat 30/1122:20JNB - AKL
2 stops34h 15mEmirates
Deal found 15/5R22 742
Thu 3/1021:10AKL - JNB
1 stop34h 40mEmirates
Sat 30/1118:50JNB - AKL
2 stops32h 55mEmirates
Deal found 15/5R22 815
Thu 17/1018:20CHC - JNB
2 stops32h 55mEmirates
Wed 30/1022:20JNB - CHC
2 stops38h 35mEmirates
Deal found 16/5R23 343
Thu 3/1017:05AKL - JNB
2 stops38h 45mEmirates
Sat 30/1122:20JNB - AKL
3 stops46h 15mEmirates
Deal found 15/5R23 616
Fri 18/1018:20CHC - JNB
2 stops37h 30mEmirates
Sat 26/1022:20JNB - CHC
2 stops29h 10mEmirates
Deal found 16/5R23 726
Sun 6/1021:10AKL - JNB
1 stop48h 05mEmirates
Fri 25/1022:20JNB - AKL
2 stops34h 15mEmirates
Deal found 15/5R23 944

Cheap New Zealand to South Africa flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from New Zealand to South Africa specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Prices were last updated on 16 May 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to South Africa in 2024 at this time. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Sat 18/513:15AKL - JNB
1 stop37h 45mQatar Airways
Sat 25/513:35JNB - AKL
1 stop29h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/5R23 707
Sat 18/56:00WLG - JNB
2 stops36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/69:55JNB - WLG
2 stops42h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R24 345
Sat 18/56:00WLG - JNB
2 stops36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/69:55JNB - WLG
2 stops51h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R24 382
Sat 15/613:45AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 55mCathay Pacific
Fri 12/711:20JNB - AKL
1 stop37h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/5R24 473
Sat 18/56:00WLG - JNB
2 stops36h 35mEtihad Airways
Thu 6/69:55JNB - WLG
3 stops36h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/5R24 491
Thu 13/66:10AKL - JNB
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/711:20JNB - AKL
1 stop37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R24 947
Tue 21/520:30AKL - DUR
1 stop30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/513:15DUR - AKL
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5R25 001
Sat 18/520:30AKL - JNB
1 stop47h 45mEmirates
Sat 25/519:10JNB - AKL
2 stops33h 10mEmirates
Deal found 16/5R25 092
Sat 18/520:30AKL - JNB
1 stop29h 45mEmirates
Sat 25/522:20JNB - AKL
3 stops49h 35mEmirates
Deal found 16/5R25 111

New Zealand to South Africa 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between New Zealand and South Africa in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to South Africa in 2024 at this time. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Thu 17/106:05CHC - JNB
1 stop21h 05mQantas Airways
Mon 28/1017:20JNB - CHC
1 stop19h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/5R21 594
Sun 20/1011:00CHC - JNB
2 stops40h 10mQantas Airways
Sun 27/1017:20JNB - CHC
1 stop19h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/5R21 794
Thu 21/1115:15AKL - JNB
1 stop25h 55mSingapore Airlines
Sun 19/122:30JNB - AKL
2 stops38h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 15/5R21 794
Sun 20/1011:00CHC - JNB
2 stops40h 10mQantas Airways
Sun 27/1017:20JNB - CHC
2 stops41h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/5R22 013
Thu 17/106:05CHC - JNB
1 stop21h 05mQantas Airways
Fri 25/1018:40JNB - CHC
1 stop18h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/5R22 140
Fri 11/1014:15AKL - JNB
1 stop36h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 22/1111:20JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R22 213
Tue 15/1016:50CHC - JNB
2 stops39h 00mEmirates
Tue 22/1019:10JNB - CHC
2 stops42h 10mEmirates
Deal found 16/5R22 578
Fri 18/106:05CHC - JNB
1 stop21h 05mQantas Airways
Thu 24/1018:40JNB - CHC
1 stop18h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/5R22 705
Sun 20/1016:50CHC - JNB
1 stop34h 20mQantas Airways
Sun 27/1017:20JNB - CHC
1 stop19h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/5R23 051

New Zealand to South Africa flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from New Zealand to South Africa for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from New Zealand to South Africa. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Tue 21/520:30AKL - DUR
1 stop30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/513:15DUR - AKL
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5R25 001
Tue 21/520:30AKL - DUR
2 stops46h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/514:40DUR - AKL
2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5R25 311
Tue 21/520:30AKL - DUR
1 stop30h 05mEmirates
Tue 28/518:40DUR - AKL
1 stop29h 10mEmirates
Deal found 15/5R25 676
Tue 21/513:15AKL - DUR
3 stops37h 20mEmirates
Tue 28/518:40DUR - AKL
2 stops43h 25mEmirates
Deal found 15/5R28 245
Tue 21/513:15AKL - DUR
3 stops37h 20mEmirates
Tue 28/518:40DUR - AKL
3 stops41h 05mEmirates
Deal found 15/5R34 750

One-way flights to South Africa from New Zealand

Search for one-way flight options from New Zealand to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from New Zealand to South Africa can choose from these deals. Users can also find round-trip New Zealand to South Africa flights by using the search form above.
Tue 11/613:15AKL - JNB
1 stop37h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/5R12 264
Sat 25/513:15AKL - JNB
1 stop37h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/5R12 300
Sat 25/56:00AKL - JNB
2 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5R12 446
Mon 10/613:45AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/5R12 592
Wed 31/716:05AKL - JNB
2 stops49h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R12 738
Wed 5/616:50CHC - JNB
2 stops48h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R12 756
Wed 31/76:00AKL - JNB
2 stops59h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5R12 756
Tue 11/619:30AKL - JNB
3 stops54h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R13 102
Tue 11/613:15AKL - DUR
2 stops31h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/5R13 120

Find flights from New Zealand to South Africa within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to South Africa 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 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.

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Any airport

Budget

R21 448 - R32 582

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Auckland IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Fri 9/8

2 stops45h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/9

2 stops40h 40m

R21 448

ChristchurchJohannesburg OR Tambo

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Thu 17/10

1 stop21h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/10

1 stop19h 35m

R21 594

ChristchurchJohannesburg OR Tambo

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sun 20/10

2 stops40h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/10

1 stop19h 35m

R21 794

Auckland IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sat 15/6

1 stop27h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/7

1 stop37h 10m

R22 450

ChristchurchJohannesburg OR Tambo

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Tue 15/10

2 stops39h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/10

2 stops42h 10m

R22 578

ChristchurchJohannesburg OR Tambo

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sun 20/10

2 stops35h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/10

2 stops46h 15m

R23 434

Auckland IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sat 3/8

2 stops33h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/8

2 stops44h 55m

R24 254

Auckland IntlCape Town Intl

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Tue 15/10

1 stop31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/11

1 stop29h 25m

R30 504

Auckland IntlCape Town Intl

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Mon 14/10

2 stops43h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/11

2 stops25h 55m

R32 582

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 15/5

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Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 16 May 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Cathay Pacific, Emirates and Etihad Airways from New Zealand to South Africa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,3
Very Good
626 reviews

Crew

8,8

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,6

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

8,3
Very Good
626 reviews
8,3
Very Good
626 reviews

Crew

8,8

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,6

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

8,3
Very Good
1 447 reviews
8,3
Very Good
626 reviews

Crew

8,8

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,6

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

8,1
Very Good
3 955 reviews
8,3
Very Good
626 reviews

Crew

8,8

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,6

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

7,9
Good
1 568 reviews
8,3
Very Good
626 reviews

Crew

8,8

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,6

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

7,8
Good
1 084 reviews
8,3
Very Good
626 reviews

Crew

8,8

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,6

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to South Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • Can I find flights from New Zealand to South Africa for under R21 500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from New Zealand to South Africa for under R21 500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just R21 448, but on average you can expect to pay R22 651.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from New Zealand to South Africa for under R25 100?

    There are currently 5+ open flights from New Zealand to South Africa within the next 7 days for less than R25 100.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R12 264 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Cathay Pacific from R12 592 and Etihad Airways from R13 466 one-way.

  • What does AKL to JNB mean?

    Great question - AKL to JNB just means Auckland Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), East London Airport (ELS) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to South Africa that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your New Zealand to South Africa flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from New Zealand to South Africa with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter New Zealand to South Africa flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to South Africa.

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to South Africa that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from New Zealand to South Africa offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from New Zealand to South Africa?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on New Zealand to South Africa flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the New Zealand to South Africa flight deals updated?

    The New Zealand to South Africa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 16/5.

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Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to South Africa. 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 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 201AverageR27 113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 361AverageR27 129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR16 744AverageR31 123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR20 590AverageR30 526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR22 340AverageR30 201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR22 624AverageR32 540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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