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$588+ 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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — HOU
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$934
(oojo)

One-way from

$588
(FlightHub)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,033
From South Africa to Houston
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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 September 17, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/187:10 pmJNB - IAH
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 2/29:05 pmIAH - JNB
1 stop29h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/15$934
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/218:05 pmCPT - HOU
1 stop33h 32mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 10/610:13 amHOU - CPT
1 stop24h 37mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/16$953
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/218:05 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop34h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 10/61:29 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop21h 21mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/16$953
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/279:30 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop33h 29mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 11/34:21 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop18h 54mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/17$968
This Rumbo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Rumbo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/218:05 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop19h 38mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/66:09 pmIAH - CPT
2 stops22h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$969
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/309:30 pmCPT - HOU
1 stop27h 18mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 11/62:22 pmHOU - CPT
1 stop20h 53mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/15$972
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/119:30 pmCPT - HOU
1 stop28h 28mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 11/1710:40 amHOU - CPT
1 stop24h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/17$973
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/119:30 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop28h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 11/1712:35 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop22h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/17$973
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/67:10 pmJNB - IAH
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 11/109:05 pmIAH - JNB
1 stop29h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/16$996
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/137:10 pmJNB - IAH
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 11/179:05 pmIAH - JNB
1 stop29h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/15$998
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/188:15 pmJNB - IAH
2 stops33h 24mAir Canada
Mon 2/210:03 amIAH - JNB
2 stops40h 27mAir Canada
Deal found 9/15$1,015
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Tue 10/148:00 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop26h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/182:38 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop19h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$1,027

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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 September 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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South Africa

Fly to

Houston

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/27

9:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop33h 29m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 11/3

4:21 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop18h 54m

$968

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

7:10 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop32h 00m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 11/10

9:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop29h 45m

$996

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/13

7:10 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop32h 00m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 11/17

9:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop29h 45m

$996

Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/19

9:30 pm-4:32 pm

1 stop27h 02m

Houston Hobby

Thu 3/12

5:35 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops22h 15m

$1,019

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/10

8:50 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 11/18

12:10 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops21h 50m

$1,027

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

8:50 pm-11:04 am

1 stop22h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 11/18

2:38 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop19h 22m

$1,027

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/16

7:50 pm-9:52 am

1 stop21h 02m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 11/18

1:31 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop20h 29m

$1,027

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/27

8:50 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops29h 20m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 11/3

7:05 am-4:10 pm

2 stops25h 05m

$1,027

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/10

8:50 pm-1:36 pm

2 stops24h 46m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 11/17

8:15 am-4:10 pm

2 stops23h 55m

$1,027

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/19

8:00 pm-12:32 am

1 stop35h 32m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 11/23

2:38 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop19h 22m

$1,028

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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 $330). 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 September 17, 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.

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 September 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
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,965 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,367 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others

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.

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

    Virgin Atlantic, Turkish Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from South Africa to Houston in just under 26h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 54m. The distance from South Africa to Houston is about 8617 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $588. Qatar Airways flights start at $660 while deals on British Airways start at $976 one-way.

  • 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, Cape Town Intl - Houston Hobby and Johannesburg OR Tambo - Houston George Bush Intcntl.

  • 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, 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 $330). 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$927Average$1,268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$945Average$987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$982Average$1,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$1,011Average$1,071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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