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$653+ Cheap flights from Atlanta (ATL) to South Africa

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 9/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATL — JNB
aug 27 — sep 31
tors 8/27
tors 9/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Atlanta to South Africa

Cheapest flights from Atlanta to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Atlanta to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on juli 28, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
fre 9/410:35 am
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 35m
Ethiopian Air
sön 9/202:30 pm
JNB
-
ATL
2 stops24h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/27$949
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
mån 8/2410:35 am
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 50m
Ethiopian Air
mån 9/1410:50 pm
JNB
-
ATL
2 stops40h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/27$951
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
mån 9/710:35 am
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 35m
Ethiopian Air
lör 9/1210:50 pm
JNB
-
ATL
2 stops40h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/27$952
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
tors 8/209:30 pm
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
tors 8/279:45 am
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/27$1,028
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
mån 8/249:30 pm
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
mån 9/79:45 am
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/27$1,030
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
tis 11/109:20 pm
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
tis 12/89:50 am
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop37h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/23$1,031
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mån 8/39:30 pm
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
tors 9/39:45 am
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/22$1,046
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
mån 7/279:30 pm
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
tors 8/279:45 am
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/22$1,050
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mån 8/39:30 pm
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
mån 9/79:45 am
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/22$1,060
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
mån 9/289:30 pm
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
ons 10/79:45 am
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/27$1,061
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lör 8/229:30 pm
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
mån 8/319:45 am
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/26$1,063
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
sön 10/2510:20 pm
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
sön 11/159:50 am
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop37h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/27$1,067

Find flight deals from Atlanta to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Atlanta to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated juli 28, 2026.

Round-trip from

$949
(oojo)

One-way from

$653
(SmartFares)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,819

Good round-trip deal

$2,144 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,768 or less
From Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to South Africa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($43 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Atlanta to South Africa 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 juli 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Atlanta to South Africa that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL - JNB

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

sön 1/24

9:20 pm-8:20 am

1 stop28h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

fre 2/12

9:50 am-3:50 pm

1 stop37h 00m

$1,060

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL - JNB

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

tors 9/24

6:00 am-8:15 am

2 stops44h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lör 10/3

9:45 am-4:30 pm

1 stop36h 45m

$1,108

AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

ATLCPT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

ons 8/19

10:35 am-2:10 pm

1 stop21h 35m

Cape Town Intl

ons 8/26

3:10 pm-8:55 am

2 stops47h 45m

$1,259

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL - JNB

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

tors 10/1

9:50 pm-10:15 am

1 stop30h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

tors 10/22

1:30 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops36h 15m

$1,366

AtlantaDurban

ATL - DUR

ATLDUR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

mån 9/14

9:50 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops33h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

fre 9/18

2:45 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops28h 15m

$1,418

AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

ATLCPT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

ons 8/19

9:30 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops34h 40m

Cape Town Intl

ons 8/26

6:25 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops52h 05m

$1,483

AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

ATLCPT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

tis 8/11

9:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 00m

Cape Town Intl

mån 3/8

12:55 am-8:45 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$1,494

AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

ATLCPT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

mån 8/10

9:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 00m

Cape Town Intl

ons 8/26

4:35 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$1,494

AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

ATLCPT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

ons 10/21

10:40 pm-5:50 am

1 stop25h 10m

Cape Town Intl

tis 10/27

8:50 pm-7:10 am

Nonstop16h 20m

$1,501

AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

ATLCPT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

mån 9/7

9:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 00m

Cape Town Intl

mån 9/14

4:35 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$1,534

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Best time to book a flight from Atlanta to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Atlanta with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Atlanta to South Africa

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to South Africa (average of $1,427). Flying from Atlanta to South Africa in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,980). 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 ATL to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Atlanta to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated juli 28, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Atlanta to South Africa as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Atlanta to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from Atlanta to South Africa. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated juli 28, 2026.

The most flights from ATL to ZA0 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How often are flights from Atlanta to South Africa delayed?

About 20% of weekly flights between Atlanta and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 116 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Atlanta to South Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Atlanta to South Africa flights?

Over the last year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 20% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Atlanta to South Africa?

The best time to book flights from Atlanta to South Africa is 78 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated juli 28, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Atlanta to South Africa, such as Delta,Virgin Atlantic, andTurkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,482 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,482 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,482 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
695 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,482 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,451 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,482 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,490 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,482 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,009 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,482 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Atlanta to South Africa. 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 from for flights from Atlanta to South Africa?

    Most people fly from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) if they book a flight from Atlanta to South Africa. Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson is conveniently located just 8.2 mi from Atlanta’s city center.

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

    Airlines like Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Turkish Airlines fly from Atlanta to South Africa in about 21h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 50m. The distance from Atlanta to South Africa is about 8128 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $464. Etihad Airways flights start at $464 while deals on Ethiopian Air start at $707 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Cape Town Intl or Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Sun City Resort Pilansberg, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Johannesburg OR Tambo is the most popular route from Atlanta to South Africa.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Atlanta to South Africa?

    On average you can expect to pay $4,567 for a flight from Atlanta to South Africa. The cheapest flight overall is $1,768 while the most popular route, (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at $943.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to South Africa (average of $1,427). Flying from Atlanta to South Africa in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,980). 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 10 airlines flying from Atlanta to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Atlanta to South Africa. 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 juli 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$614Average$1,318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$617Average$1,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$775Average$2,106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$778Average$2,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$928Average$1,071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$944Average$1,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,007Average$1,919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,301Average$1,559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,380Average$1,879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$1,460Average$2,320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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