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$577+ 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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — PHL
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Philadelphia

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 December 18, 2025.

This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/207:35 pmJNB - PHL
2 stops25h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/229:15 pmPHL - JNB
2 stops30h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,522
This flightsite.co.za 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/188:20 pmJNB - PHL
1 stop43h 40mQatar Airways
Wed 12/247:40 pmPHL - JNB
1 stop36h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,584
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/208:20 pmJNB - PHL
2 stops49h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/227:40 pmPHL - JNB
1 stop25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,675
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.
Thu 12/1811:10 pmJNB - PHL
2 stops29h 48mDelta
Wed 12/242:00 pmPHL - JNB
2 stops35h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,693
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/201:45 pmJNB - PHL
1 stop26h 15mQatar Airways
Mon 12/227:40 pmPHL - JNB
1 stop25h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/16$2,015
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/188:20 pmJNB - PHL
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/245:17 amPHL - JNB
3 stops47h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,320

Find 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 December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$961
(Travelwings)

One-way from

$577
(Trip.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,160
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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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Philadelphia that are best for you.

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JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/31

1:45 pm-9:00 am

1 stop26h 15m

Philadelphia

Sat 2/7

7:45 pm-8:40 am

1 stop29h 55m

$961

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/31

10:00 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop25h 15m

Philadelphia

Sat 2/7

9:15 pm-10:25 am

2 stops30h 10m

$972

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/8

7:35 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop27h 40m

Philadelphia

Fri 3/13

9:44 pm-10:25 am

2 stops30h 41m

$972

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/8

10:00 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops25h 00m

Philadelphia

Fri 3/13

8:45 pm-10:25 am

1 stop31h 40m

$974

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/30

8:50 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop29h 05m

Philadelphia

Fri 2/6

7:45 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop37h 25m

$980

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/31

10:00 pm-9:16 pm

2 stops30h 16m

Philadelphia

Sat 2/7

2:00 pm-8:50 am

2 stops35h 50m

$981

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/23

7:35 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops25h 30m

Philadelphia

Tue 1/27

3:35 pm-7:35 am

2 stops33h 00m

$989

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/13

8:50 pm-9:16 pm

2 stops31h 26m

Philadelphia

Wed 2/4

12:29 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops23h 46m

$1,055

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/13

6:55 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops26h 05m

Philadelphia

Tue 2/17

9:20 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops31h 50m

$1,092

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/3

12:45 pm-9:00 am

1 stop27h 15m

$577

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Philadelphia

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Philadelphia (average of $625). Flying from South Africa to Philadelphia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $828). 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 December 18, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from South Africa to Philadelphia in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Related info for your journey

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

  • 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.

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

    Airlines like Qatar Airways, British Airways, and American Airlines fly from South Africa to Philadelphia in about 25h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 15m. The distance between South Africa and Philadelphia is about 8029 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Philadelphia (average of $625). Flying from South Africa to Philadelphia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $828). 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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