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$694+ Cheap flights from Buffalo (BUF) to South Africa

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BUF — JNB
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Buffalo to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,149
(oojo)

One-way from

$694
(FlightHub)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$2,240
From Buffalo to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Buffalo to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 9/228:25 pmBUF - CPT
2 stops33h 25mTurkish Airlines
Fri 10/34:35 pmCPT - BUF
2 stops35h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,149
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 11/214:34 pmBUF - JNB
2 stops34h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/3010:05 pmJNB - BUF
2 stops31h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,348
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 9/226:00 amBUF - CPT
1 stop27h 20mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/38:00 pmCPT - BUF
1 stop28h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,370
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 7/56:15 pmBUF - JNB
2 stops39h 55mQatar Airways
Mon 7/78:25 pmJNB - BUF
2 stops30h 49mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/1$1,384
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 11/219:55 amBUF - JNB
2 stops29h 05mDelta
Sun 11/309:55 pmJNB - BUF
1 stop26h 38mDelta
Deal found 7/3$1,563
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 7/2410:54 amBUF - JNB
2 stops39h 26mEtihad Airways
Wed 8/69:50 amJNB - BUF
2 stops39h 12mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/1$1,626
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 7/2412:43 pmBUF - JNB
2 stops42h 22mEthiopian Air
Wed 8/610:50 pmJNB - BUF
3 stops50h 12mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/1$1,650
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/1510:50 amBUF - JNB
2 stops24h 55mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/223:05 pmJNB - BUF
2 stops24h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,715
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Tue 10/287:05 amBUF - CPT
2 stops28h 20mQatar Airways
Thu 11/612:35 pmCPT - BUF
2 stops30h 22mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/1$1,740
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/246:00 amBUF - JNB
1 stop29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/67:35 pmJNB - BUF
2 stops31h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,787
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/213:58 pmBUF - CPT
3 stops63h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/252:20 pmCPT - BUF
2 stops28h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,920
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/247:00 amBUF - JNB
2 stops50h 50mKenya Airways
Tue 8/51:25 amJNB - BUF
2 stops43h 47mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/1$2,019

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo 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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Buffalo to South Africa that are best for you.

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Buffalo

Fly to

South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BuffaloCape Town

BUF - CPT

BUFCPT

Buffalo

Mon 9/22

8:25 pm-11:50 am

2 stops33h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/3

4:35 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops35h 25m

$1,149

BuffaloJohannesburg

BUF - JNB

BUFJNB

Buffalo

Fri 11/21

4:34 pm-10:20 am

2 stops34h 46m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/30

10:05 pm-10:31 pm

2 stops31h 26m

$1,348

BuffaloCape Town

BUF - CPT

BUFCPT

Buffalo

Mon 9/22

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/3

8:00 pm-6:53 pm

1 stop28h 53m

$1,370

BuffaloJohannesburg

BUF - JNB

BUFJNB

Buffalo

Fri 11/21

9:55 am-10:00 pm

2 stops29h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/30

9:55 pm-5:33 pm

1 stop26h 38m

$1,563

BuffaloJohannesburg

BUF - JNB

BUFJNB

Buffalo

Thu 7/24

10:54 am-8:20 am

2 stops39h 26m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/6

9:50 am-7:02 pm

2 stops39h 12m

$1,626

BuffaloJohannesburg

BUF - JNB

BUFJNB

Buffalo

Thu 7/24

12:43 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops42h 22m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/6

10:50 pm-7:02 pm

3 stops50h 12m

$1,650

BuffaloJohannesburg

BUF - JNB

BUFJNB

Buffalo

Fri 8/15

10:50 am-5:45 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/22

3:05 pm-9:46 am

2 stops24h 41m

$1,715

BuffaloCape Town

BUF - CPT

BUFCPT

Buffalo

Tue 10/28

7:05 am-5:25 pm

2 stops28h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/6

12:35 pm-11:57 am

2 stops30h 22m

$1,740

BuffaloJohannesburg

BUF - JNB

BUFJNB

Buffalo

Thu 7/24

6:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/6

7:35 pm-9:01 pm

2 stops31h 26m

$1,787

BuffaloCape Town

BUF - CPT

BUFCPT

Buffalo

Tue 10/21

3:58 pm-1:45 pm

3 stops63h 47m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/25

2:20 pm-12:32 pm

2 stops28h 12m

$1,920

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Buffalo to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,689). 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 BUF to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo 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 July 3, 2025.

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

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 July 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Buffalo to South Africa, such as Delta, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,594 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,220 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,895 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Buffalo (BUF) if they book a flight from Buffalo to South Africa. Buffalo is conveniently located just 8.3 mi from Buffalo’s city center.

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

    $694 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Air Canada, with prices starting from $1,143 and $1,204, respectively.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Buffalo to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,689). 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 2 airlines flying from Buffalo to South Africa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,266Average$1,596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,383Average$1,830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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