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$712+ Cheap flights from Buffalo (BUF) 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 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — JNB
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
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 August 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,119
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$712
(FlightHub)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,984
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 August 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Mon 9/155:26 pmBUF - CPT
2 stops35h 34mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/226:55 pmCPT - BUF
2 stops32h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$1,119
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/227:59 pmBUF - CPT
2 stops33h 51mTurkish Airlines
Fri 10/34:35 pmCPT - BUF
2 stops46h 18mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/19$1,145
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/156:00 amBUF - CPT
1 stop27h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/227:50 pmCPT - BUF
1 stop20h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$1,371
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Mon 9/2212:06 pmBUF - CPT
1 stop23h 44mDelta
Fri 10/38:05 pmCPT - BUF
1 stop20h 56mDelta
Deal found 8/20$1,421
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Fri 8/228:11 pmBUF - JNB
2 stops46h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/412:10 pmJNB - BUF
2 stops32h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$1,477
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Fri 8/2212:02 pmBUF - JNB
1 stop25h 38mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 8/249:55 pmJNB - BUF
1 stop32h 02mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 8/18$1,832
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Fri 8/224:43 pmBUF - JNB
1 stop20h 57mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 10/48:30 pmJNB - BUF
2 stops33h 07mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 8/18$1,880
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 8/226:00 amBUF - JNB
2 stops29h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/249:20 pmJNB - BUF
2 stops29h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$1,953
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 8/2112:02 pmBUF - JNB
1 stop25h 38mDelta
Thu 8/286:50 pmJNB - BUF
2 stops36h 03mDelta
Deal found 8/20$2,012
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Fri 8/2210:40 amBUF - JNB
1 stop25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/247:00 pmJNB - BUF
2 stops30h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$2,254
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Thu 8/212:14 pmBUF - JNB
2 stops37h 21mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/271:25 amJNB - BUF
2 stops29h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/20$3,006

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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 August 20, 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

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South Africa

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Return

Price

BuffaloCape Town

BUF - CPT

BUFCPT

Buffalo

Mon 9/22

1:28 pm-11:00 am

2 stops39h 32m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/3

6:55 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops32h 55m

$1,119

BuffaloCape Town

BUF - CPT

BUFCPT

Buffalo

Mon 9/15

5:26 pm-11:00 am

2 stops35h 34m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/22

6:55 pm-9:51 pm

2 stops32h 56m

$1,119

BuffaloCape Town

BUF - CPT

BUFCPT

Buffalo

Mon 9/22

7:59 pm-11:50 am

2 stops33h 51m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/3

4:35 pm-8:53 am

2 stops46h 18m

$1,145

BuffaloJohannesburg

BUF - JNB

BUFJNB

Buffalo

Sun 2/8

4:31 pm-10:25 am

2 stops34h 54m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/20

10:00 pm-9:17 pm

2 stops30h 17m

$1,194

BuffaloCape Town

BUF - CPT

BUFCPT

Buffalo

Mon 9/15

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/22

7:50 pm-10:01 am

1 stop20h 11m

$1,371

BuffaloCape Town

BUF - CPT

BUFCPT

Buffalo

Mon 9/22

12:06 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop23h 44m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/3

8:05 pm-11:01 am

1 stop20h 56m

$1,421

BuffaloJohannesburg

BUF - JNB

BUFJNB

Buffalo

Sun 2/8

3:50 pm-11:50 am

2 stops37h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/20

9:55 pm-11:16 am

1 stop20h 21m

$1,503

BuffaloJohannesburg

BUF - JNB

BUFJNB

Buffalo

Sun 10/5

6:10 pm-9:35 am

2 stops33h 25m

$712

BuffaloJohannesburg

BUF - JNB

BUFJNB

Buffalo

Sun 10/5

4:43 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop20h 57m

$1,143

BuffaloJohannesburg

BUF - JNB

BUFJNB

Buffalo

Sun 10/5

1:57 pm-8:35 am

3 stops36h 38m

$1,204

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Deals found on 8/18

Best time to book a flight from Buffalo to South Africa

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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 $1,668). 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 August 20, 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 August 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Buffalo to South Africa, such as Delta and United Airlines. 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

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
8,928 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Buffalo to South Africa in 27h 20m. Fly via American Airlines, Turkish Airlines, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Buffalo and South Africa is about 8097 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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.

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

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

  • 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 $1,668). 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 August 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,383Average$2,064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,526Average$1,885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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