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$687+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Houston

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JNB — HOU
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Houston

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Houston flight deals. Data was last updated April 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,013
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$687
(travelstart.ae)

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January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,167
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/148:00 pmCPT - IAH
2 stops27h 52mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/182:30 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop19h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,011
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/87:25 pmJNB - IAH
1 stop30h 50mBritish Airways
Sun 6/229:40 pmIAH - JNB
1 stop26h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28$1,013
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/198:05 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop23h 14mDelta
Wed 11/199:40 amIAH - CPT
1 stop25h 35mDelta
Deal found 4/28$1,022
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/148:05 pmCPT - HOU
1 stop20h 18mDelta
Sun 11/2310:05 amHOU - CPT
1 stop25h 10mDelta
Deal found 4/29$1,024
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/87:25 pmJNB - HOU
2 stops29h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/228:23 pmHOU - JNB
2 stops30h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,030
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/86:50 pmJNB - IAH
1 stop25h 45mDelta
Sun 6/227:10 amIAH - JNB
2 stops31h 10mDelta
Deal found 4/28$1,032
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/298:40 pmJNB - IAH
2 stops34h 16mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 6/116:00 pmIAH - JNB
2 stops33h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/29$1,034
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/811:15 pmJNB - HOU
2 stops30h 09mDelta
Sun 6/226:00 amHOU - JNB
2 stops32h 20mDelta
Deal found 4/28$1,037
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/44:35 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop33h 30mTurkish Airlines
Mon 6/92:25 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop38h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,050
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/56:55 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/91:13 pmIAH - CPT
2 stops38h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,075
This travelstart.ae deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure travelstart.ae is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/1311:15 pmCPT - IAH
2 stops45h 20mKLM
Thu 9/253:30 pmIAH - CPT
2 stops35h 15mKLM
Deal found 4/29$1,105
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/56:55 pmCPT - IAH
2 stops33h 31mBritish Airways
Tue 6/104:22 pmIAH - CPT
2 stops35h 38mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,113

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Houston 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Houston that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Houston

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/8

7:25 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop30h 50m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 6/22

9:40 pm-7:00 am

1 stop26h 20m

$1,013

Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/14

8:05 pm-9:23 am

1 stop20h 18m

Houston Hobby

Sun 11/23

10:05 am-7:15 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$1,024

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - HOU

JNBHOU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/8

7:25 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops29h 35m

Houston Hobby

Sun 6/22

8:23 pm-9:25 am

2 stops30h 02m

$1,030

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/8

6:50 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop25h 45m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 6/22

7:10 am-9:20 pm

2 stops31h 10m

$1,032

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/29

8:40 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops34h 16m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 6/11

6:00 pm-10:20 am

2 stops33h 20m

$1,034

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - HOU

JNBHOU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/8

11:15 pm-10:24 pm

2 stops30h 09m

Houston Hobby

Sun 6/22

6:00 am-9:20 pm

2 stops32h 20m

$1,037

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/4

4:35 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop33h 30m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 6/9

2:25 pm-11:50 am

1 stop38h 25m

$1,050

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/5

6:55 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop25h 40m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 6/9

1:13 pm-11:00 am

2 stops38h 47m

$1,075

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/13

11:15 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops45h 20m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 9/25

3:30 pm-9:45 am

2 stops35h 15m

$1,105

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/5

6:55 pm-9:26 pm

2 stops33h 31m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 6/10

4:22 pm-11:00 am

2 stops35h 38m

$1,113

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Houston

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Houston (average of $230). Flying from South Africa to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 30, 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 Houston as you normally would.

Rainfall in Houston by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Houston by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston, 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 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated April 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Houston, such as Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,563 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Houston. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $687. Air France flights start at $871 while deals on Virgin Atlantic start at $942 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Houston?

    The most popular flight routes from South Africa to Houston are Cape Town Intl - Houston Hobby, Cape Town Intl - Houston George Bush Intcntl and Johannesburg OR Tambo - Houston Hobby.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Houston flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Houston 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 Houston?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Houston (average of $230). Flying from South Africa to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 4 airlines flying from South Africa to Houston

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Houston. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$925Average$987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$957Average$1,060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$966Average$1,060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$969Average$1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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