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$802+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Philadelphia (PHL)

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 8/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — PHL
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Philadelphia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Philadelphia flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$957
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$802
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,063
From South Africa to Philadelphia
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/149:15 pmJNB - PHL
1 stop24h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/217:50 pmPHL - JNB
1 stop31h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$957
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/149:15 pmJNB - PHL
2 stops26h 01mBritish Airways
Sun 9/215:27 pmPHL - JNB
2 stops31h 33mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/31$1,010
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 11/19:50 amJNB - PHL
2 stops42h 46mEtihad Airways
Thu 11/69:25 amPHL - JNB
2 stops39h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/31$1,110
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/11:45 pmJNB - PHL
1 stop26h 15mQatar Airways
Tue 11/47:50 pmPHL - JNB
1 stop29h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/31$1,132
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 11/110:00 pmJNB - PHL
2 stops50h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/47:45 pmPHL - JNB
1 stop28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$1,135
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 7/3011:15 pmCPT - PHL
2 stops23h 32mDelta
Thu 10/302:19 pmPHL - CPT
1 stop22h 56mDelta
Deal found 7/29$1,144
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/298:00 pmCPT - PHL
2 stops27h 36mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/3110:34 amPHL - CPT
2 stops39h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,206
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 11/12:30 pmJNB - PHL
3 stops30h 36mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/610:34 amPHL - JNB
3 stops34h 21mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/31$1,630
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 7/306:55 pmCPT - PHL
1 stop27h 30mBritish Airways
Thu 10/308:45 pmPHL - CPT
1 stop29h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/29$2,057
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/302:35 pmCPT - PHL
3 stops29h 33mEthiopian Air
Thu 10/3010:34 amPHL - CPT
2 stops46h 01mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/29$2,239

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Philadelphia 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Philadelphia that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Philadelphia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/14

9:15 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop24h 15m

Philadelphia

Sun 9/21

7:50 pm-9:25 am

1 stop31h 35m

$957

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/14

9:15 pm-5:16 pm

2 stops26h 01m

Philadelphia

Sun 9/21

5:27 pm-7:00 am

2 stops31h 33m

$1,010

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/1

9:50 am-10:36 pm

2 stops42h 46m

Philadelphia

Thu 11/6

9:25 am-8:20 am

2 stops39h 55m

$1,110

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/1

1:45 pm-10:00 am

1 stop26h 15m

Philadelphia

Tue 11/4

7:50 pm-8:40 am

1 stop29h 50m

$1,132

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/1

10:00 pm-6:16 pm

2 stops50h 16m

Philadelphia

Tue 11/4

7:45 pm-7:35 am

1 stop28h 50m

$1,135

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/13

7:50 pm-2:17 pm

2 stops24h 27m

Philadelphia

Sat 9/20

7:58 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops39h 12m

$1,402

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/1

2:30 pm-3:06 pm

3 stops30h 36m

Philadelphia

Thu 11/6

10:34 am-3:55 am

3 stops34h 21m

$1,630

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/14

3:30 pm-7:44 pm

3 stops58h 14m

$802

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/11

9:15 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops48h 35m

$829

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/11

6:55 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop24h 15m

$1,112

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from South Africa to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

When flying from South Africa to Philadelphia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways from South Africa to Philadelphia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,Jul 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,Jul 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,Jul 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,230 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,Jul 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,Jul 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Michael,Jul 2025

AMS - ATL

Overall it was great experience, with the exception of snack food. The food offered in two main meals was just fine but for the mid-flight snack, the only option was a large cookie, too sweet and high sugar content. Snacks at the back of the plane were also mainly sweets. There was one nice baked cheddar option but it quickly ran out.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Philadelphia from South Africa?

    Located just 7.0 mi from the city center, Philadelphia (PHL) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Philadelphia from South Africa.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for British Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $1,112. Users have also found prices from $1,189 and $1,335 on American Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from South Africa to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 airline flying from South Africa to Philadelphia

Discover the top airline that operate flights from South Africa to Philadelphia. 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$919Average$925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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