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$557+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Houston

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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — HOU
Jan 16 — Jan 231
Fri 1/16
Fri 1/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Houston

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 December 17, 2025.

This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2610:00 pmJNB - IAH
2 stops28h 47mBritish Airways
Sun 1/113:50 pmIAH - JNB
1 stop34h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/15$1,007
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Thu 12/188:50 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop22h 23mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/308:03 pmIAH - CPT
2 stops37h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,027
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Fri 12/198:50 pmCPT - IAH
2 stops27h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/307:20 amIAH - CPT
2 stops26h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,028
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/267:35 pmJNB - IAH
2 stops29h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/113:50 pmIAH - JNB
1 stop34h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,029
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/268:50 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop26h 42mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/107:20 amIAH - CPT
1 stop24h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,029
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/269:30 pmCPT - HOU
1 stop20h 31mDelta
Sat 1/105:45 amHOU - CPT
1 stop29h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,037
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2611:59 pmJNB - IAH
2 stops31h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/113:30 pmIAH - JNB
2 stops36h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,129
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/2211:50 pmJNB - IAH
2 stops42h 27mDelta
Fri 1/93:30 pmIAH - JNB
1 stop22h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/16$1,147
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2211:59 pmJNB - IAH
1 stop45h 31mKLM
Fri 1/93:30 pmIAH - JNB
1 stop22h 35mKLM
Deal found 12/16$1,194
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Mon 12/227:35 pmJNB - IAH
1 stop26h 30mBritish Airways
Fri 1/93:50 pmIAH - JNB
1 stop31h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/15$1,204
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1811:35 amCPT - IAH
1 stop34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/304:05 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,224
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Fri 12/2610:00 pmJNB - HOU
2 stops29h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/114:55 pmHOU - JNB
2 stops30h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,271

Find 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 December 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$924
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$557
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

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February

Average price

$1,056
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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 December 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Houston that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/19

9:30 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop28h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 2/5

4:25 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$937

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/31

7:10 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop26h 00m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/7

9:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop29h 45m

$951

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/20

6:00 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop32h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 5/5

9:10 pm-10:35 am

1 stop30h 25m

$955

Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/29

9:30 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop33h 03m

Houston Hobby

Thu 2/5

5:45 am-7:15 pm

1 stop29h 30m

$970

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/4

9:15 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop23h 30m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 5/25

3:30 pm-7:00 am

1 stop32h 30m

$994

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/27

7:10 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop26h 00m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/31

2:55 pm-10:50 am

1 stop35h 55m

$1,015

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - HOU

JNBHOU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/28

9:55 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop32h 38m

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/4

5:04 pm-9:05 am

2 stops32h 01m

$1,019

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/19

8:50 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops28h 35m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 2/5

8:00 am-4:10 pm

2 stops24h 10m

$1,024

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/19

7:35 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop26h 30m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 2/1

3:50 pm-7:35 am

1 stop31h 45m

$1,027

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - HOU

JNBHOU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/28

10:00 pm-10:33 pm

2 stops32h 33m

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/4

5:45 am-8:35 am

2 stops42h 50m

$1,031

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Houston (average of $729). Flying from South Africa to Houston in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,002). 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 December 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from South Africa to Houston is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 19% on airfare.

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 December 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from South Africa to Houston to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,104 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,583 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Houston?

    Virgin Atlantic, Turkish Airlines, and British Airways can get you from South Africa to Houston in just under 23h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 40m. The distance from South Africa to Houston is about 9014 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

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

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

  • 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Houston (average of $729). Flying from South Africa to Houston in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,002). 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 December 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$927Average$1,145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$938Average$987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$982Average$1,105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$1,017Average$1,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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