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BOS — JNB
May 21 — May 281
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Flights to South Africa in 2024

Find the latest flights to South Africa in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 621 135 searches and data was last updated on 16 May 2024.

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R1 932

Return from

R2 168

One-way from

R802
High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for return flights in May 2024
From Cape Town Intl to Johannesburg
One-way flight from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to South Africa

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Browse one-way and return flights deals to South Africa on Cheapflights. Flight deals are based on user searches and were last updated on 16 May 2024
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Cheap flights to South Africa in May & June 2024

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The deals listed below are some of the cheapest flights available to South Africa in May and June 2024. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
Cheap flights to Johannesburg
Sun 26/56:05CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Tue 28/512:05HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Deal found 15/5R1 932
Fri 17/56:20CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Mon 20/519:50HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R1 968
Sat 18/516:40CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Sun 19/56:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R1 986
Wed 22/510:05CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Sun 26/57:00HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 15/5R2 077
Fri 17/56:20CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Sun 19/57:00HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R2 096
Fri 17/520:55CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Sun 19/56:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R2 096
Sun 19/56:05CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Sun 26/58:45HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R2 114
Sat 18/520:50CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/520:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5R2 132
Sun 19/56:05CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Sat 25/514:55HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R2 150
Cheap flights to Durban
Sat 29/619:40CPT - DUR
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Thu 25/718:10DUR - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R2 533
Tue 28/56:00CPT - DUR
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Tue 28/512:10DUR - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R2 624
Mon 3/66:00CPT - DUR
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Tue 4/618:15DUR - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R2 697
Sat 25/518:20CPT - DUR
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Thu 30/59:05DUR - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R2 770
Tue 28/56:00CPT - DUR
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Tue 28/519:40DUR - CPT
1 stop13h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R2 843
Thu 20/67:10CPT - DUR
Nonstop2h 05mLift
Mon 24/610:00DUR - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mLift
Deal found 16/5R2 861
Sat 1/619:40CPT - DUR
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/618:05DUR - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R2 879
Fri 28/619:40CPT - DUR
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Sun 28/712:10DUR - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R2 934
Sat 25/518:20CPT - DUR
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Thu 30/59:05DUR - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R2 952
Cheap flights to Port Elizabeth
Sat 1/616:45CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 20mFlySafair
Sat 8/614:30PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R1 676
Mon 27/512:35CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 20mFlySafair
Mon 27/518:40PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R1 877
Sun 30/66:35CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Tue 2/719:10PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mAirlink
Deal found 16/5R2 023
Mon 20/516:45CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 20mFlySafair
Mon 27/518:40PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mFlySafair
Deal found 15/5R2 041
Fri 31/510:35CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 20mFlySafair
Fri 7/614:30PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mFlySafair
Deal found 15/5R2 168
Sun 23/66:35CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Sat 6/78:15PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mAirlink
Deal found 15/5R2 187
Sat 22/66:35CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/618:40PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R2 351
Fri 7/610:35CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 20mFlySafair
Fri 14/618:40PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mFlySafair
Deal found 15/5R2 369
Fri 14/610:35CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/619:10PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5R2 387

South Africa 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for South Africa in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 621 135 searches and data were last updated on 16 May 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals to South Africa in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sat 1/616:45CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 20mFlySafair
Sat 8/614:30PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R1 676
Mon 15/713:00CPT - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Mon 22/715:10ELS - CPT
Nonstop1h 40mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R1 877
Mon 27/512:35CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 20mFlySafair
Mon 27/518:40PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R1 877
Tue 4/66:40CPT - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Thu 6/615:10ELS - CPT
Nonstop1h 40mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R1 913
Sun 26/56:05CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Tue 28/512:05HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Deal found 15/5R1 932
Fri 17/56:20CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Mon 20/519:50HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R1 968

One-way flights to South Africa

Explore one-way flight options to South Africa for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 621 135 searches and data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights departing to South Africa in the near future. Reserve a round-trip flight to South Africa instead by utilizing the search form above.
Sun 26/56:05CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R929
Sun 30/67:10CPT - DUR
Nonstop2h 05mLift
Deal found 16/5R1 458
Tue 23/712:35CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 20mFlySafair
Deal found 15/5R838

Direct flights to South Africa

Sat 1/616:45CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 20mFlySafair
Sat 8/614:30PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R1 676
Mon 15/713:00CPT - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Mon 22/715:10ELS - CPT
Nonstop1h 40mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R1 877
Mon 27/512:35CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 20mFlySafair
Mon 27/518:40PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R1 877
Tue 4/66:40CPT - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Thu 6/615:10ELS - CPT
Nonstop1h 40mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R1 913
Sun 20/1017:25CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Mon 21/1019:10PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mAirlink
Deal found 15/5R2 004
Sun 30/66:35CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Tue 2/719:10PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mAirlink
Deal found 16/5R2 023
Tue 28/513:00CPT - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Tue 4/68:50ELS - CPT
Nonstop1h 40mFlySafair
Deal found 15/5R2 041
Thu 30/513:00CPT - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Thu 6/615:10ELS - CPT
Nonstop1h 40mFlySafair
Deal found 16/5R2 077
Fri 19/717:25CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/78:00PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5R2 132

Find flights to South Africa within your budget

Locate flights to South Africa that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 621 135 searches and data was last updated on 16 May 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Budget

R1 676 - R3 517

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape Town IntlPort Elizabeth

CPT - PLZ

CPTPLZ

Cape Town Intl

Sat 1/6

Nonstop1h 20m

Port Elizabeth

Sat 8/6

Nonstop1h 25m

R1 676

Cape Town IntlEast London

CPT - ELS

CPTELS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/7

Nonstop1h 35m

East London

Mon 22/7

Nonstop1h 40m

R1 877

Cape Town IntlPort Elizabeth

CPT - PLZ

CPTPLZ

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/6

Nonstop1h 10m

Port Elizabeth

Tue 2/7

Nonstop1h 25m

R2 023

Cape Town IntlPort Elizabeth

CPT - PLZ

CPTPLZ

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/6

Nonstop1h 20m

Port Elizabeth

Fri 19/7

Nonstop1h 25m

R2 132

Cape Town IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/5

Nonstop2h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/6

Nonstop2h 10m

R2 168

Cape Town IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/5

Nonstop2h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/6

Nonstop2h 15m

R3 353

Cape Town IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/9

Nonstop2h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/9

Nonstop2h 10m

R3 517

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Average price of flights to South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to South Africa is currently R1 075 while a return flight costs R2 392. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to South Africa (average of R85). Flying to South Africa in March will prove the most costly (average of R104). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

R1 604

February

R1 640

March

R1 895

April

R1 822

May

R1 549

June

R1 585

July

R1 768

August

R1 713

September

R1 822

October

R1 695

November

R1 676

December

R1 877

Peak season

November through to February is the busiest season as many tourists flock to the country from all over the world while locals escape to their nearest beach destinations. The country also benefits from having multiple festivals scattered all over so you should research if there are any special events going on as this will increase the price of your flights.

Off season

The low season usually runs from April to September. It’s also the best season to venture into wildlife parks as many of the animals are a lot easier to spot and they tend to drink at the waterholes. If you’re not a fan of cold weather then it is worth avoiding June and August as it can get rather chilly during both the morning and night. Travelling during the off season means you are more likely to find great deals on flights.

Temperature and rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

JNB

Temperature

10 - 20 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to South Africa. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
Booking 1 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to South Africa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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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.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Airlink, Lift and Cemair to South Africa to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,5
Very Good
76 reviews

Food

7,5

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

6,2

Crew

8,8

Overall

8,5

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

8,5
Very Good
76 reviews
8,5
Very Good
76 reviews

Food

7,5

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

6,2

Crew

8,8

Overall

8,5

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

8,3
Very Good
106 reviews
8,5
Very Good
76 reviews

Food

7,5

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

6,2

Crew

8,8

Overall

8,5

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

7,8
Good
192 reviews
8,5
Very Good
76 reviews

Food

7,5

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

6,2

Crew

8,8

Overall

8,5

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

7,4
Good
787 reviews
8,5
Very Good
76 reviews

Food

7,5

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

6,2

Crew

8,8

Overall

8,5

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

7,2
Good
372 reviews
8,5
Very Good
76 reviews

Food

7,5

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

6,2

Crew

8,8

Overall

8,5

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Where are the most popular flight destinations in South Africa?

Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban, Port Elizabeth and George are the most popular flight destinations in South Africa.

What is good to know if travelling to South Africa?

South Africa airport overview

  • When is the best time to book your flights?

    This varies but as a rule of thumb it’s recommended to secure your flights anywhere within South Africa at least two months in advance but aim for even earlier if you can. For spotting game then the low season of April to September is definitely the best time to book.

  • How long are flights within South Africa?

    Flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town – 2 hours 05 minutes. Flights from Durban to Johannesburg – 1 hours 10 minutes. Flights from Durban to Cape Town – 2 hours 15 minutes. Flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth – 1 hours 20 minutes.

  • Which airlines operate flights?

    The main airlines for domestic flights are South African Airlines, Mango, Kulula and CemAir, Safair and British Airways. All of them are reliable airlines so ultimately it will come down to who provides you with the cheapest price. If you are a member of a loyalty scheme with any of them then it is worth flying with that particular airline to continue to build up your points, or better yet redeem any points you already have.

  • How to get from the airport to the city centre?

    Johannesburg: You can get into the city by using the Reya Vaya. It’s a safe, affordable and reliable bus that is dedicated for transporting passengers from the airport to the city. It isn’t the only bus available however the others that you can catch from the airport are less reliable. The only other option you have is to get a taxi from outside of arrivals. Expect to haggle with the driver over the price and don’t expect to travel cheaply in one, especially when compared with the bus alternatives that are on offer. Make sure you agree on the fare before you get in. There is also a new rail link which operates between the suburbs and the airport. Cape Town: You can easily get to the city centre with the MyCiti bus. It’s probably the most cost efficient way of travelling from the airport and it runs every 20 minutes. The MyCiti bus is also more reliable than the alternative buses that are available. You could also choose to jump into a taxi although these are a lot more expensive in comparison. You can find them from outside of the airport and generally start at around R300.

  • How long is the flight to Pilanesberg, Sun City, South Africa?

    There are only two direct flights from Cape Town to Pilanesberg per week, but there are more often direct flights from Cape Town to nearby Johannesburg that are around 2h long. Johannesburg is around 2h 20m away from Pilanesberg by car. There are also flights from Johannesburg to Pilanesberg twice a week. Flights from Port Elizabeth, South Africa, to nearby Johannesburg are around 1h 40m.

  • Where can you get direct flights to Pilanesberg from?

    With the exception of the two flights per week from both Johannesburg and Cape Town to Pilanesberg, there are no other known direct flights to Pilanesberg, South Africa, but numerous flights can be found to Johannesburg, which is only around a 2h 20m drive away. If you plan to visit Pilanesberg, you can fly directly to Johannesburg from Port Elizabeth or Cape Town in just a couple hours, and then take the moderate drive to Pilanesberg.

  • How do you get from Pilanesberg International Airport to the city centre?

    The main attraction of Pilanesberg, or Sun City, is the Pilanesberg National Park. There is no large downtown area, but there are numerous accommodations, including bed and breakfasts, cabins, tents, and more. If you’ve chartered a flight from Johannesburg to Pilanesberg, you can make arrangements with your hotel or lodge to be picked up. If you’ve flown to Johannesburg, there are multiple car rental options that will allow you to drive to the Pilanesberg National Park.

  • What are some things to do in Pilanesberg?

    Pilanesberg, Sun City, is a great place to get out and enjoy an adventure. There are safaris, tours, camping locations, and more. Game drives take place in open safari vehicles and can bring you close to rhinos, lions, elephants, and other wild safari animals. For a more relaxing activity, you can opt for hot air ballooning. Since this takes place over the national park, there’s no city noise, and the scenery is spectacular. More active or athletic adventurers can go on a walking safari. This intense activity is led by an experienced guide and will bring you closer to details and natural wildlife on the safari that often gets missed in a game drive. Other activities include relaxing with a spa day, tribal dancing, birding safaris, archery, quad bikes, and more. Located in a special corner of the Pilanesberg National Park is the Black Rhino Game Reserve, where you can see these majestic creatures. For accommodations, options range from more simple chalets and tents, which bring you close to the nature of the safari, to more luxurious lodges, which are great for relaxing and getting away from the hustle and bustle of big cities. The luxury lodges are ideal for a romantic anniversary vacation or a honeymoon. There are also child-friendly lodges, which feature baby cots, as well as playgrounds, swimming pools, and other family-fun options.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Pilanesberg?

    Since Pilanesberg, Sun City, is located in South Africa, no passport or visa is needed, as long as you are traveling from within the country.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to South Africa if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to South Africa on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to South Africa?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, South African is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South Africa.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in South Africa?

    Bloemfontein Intl Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in South Africa. One-way flights to Bloemfontein Intl Airport typically cost R440, while return flights cost around R687.

  • How much is a return flight to South Africa?

    A return flight to South Africa will typically cost around R2 314, however they can be found for as little as R38.

  • Where does the fastest flight to South Africa depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to South Africa, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 35 minutes).

  • Does Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Protea Hotel by Marriott Transit O.R. Tambo Airport is the closest property to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (0,0 km away from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport).

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