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$875+ Cheap flights from Columbus 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 12/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — JNB
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Columbus to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,164
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$875
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$2,105
From Columbus to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 11/171:17 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops35h 18mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/2910:00 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops28h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,164
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 11/267:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops42h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/219:50 amJNB - CMH
2 stops43h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,171
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 11/263:53 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops32h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/2110:00 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops28h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,173
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/146:20 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops48h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/2112:10 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops29h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,210
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 11/145:02 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops34h 23mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/2910:00 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops28h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,214
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/305:52 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops34h 33mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/610:00 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops30h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,239
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 11/205:02 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops31h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/287:35 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops30h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 11/145:02 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops34h 23mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/3010:00 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops27h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,289
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sat 10/1812:10 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/259:50 amJNB - CMH
2 stops33h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,300
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/3012:00 pmCMH - CPT
3 stops67h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/42:25 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/304:59 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops33h 06mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/410:10 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops26h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,365
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/186:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 10/252:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops29h 38mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/14$1,398

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to South Africa that are best for you.

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Columbus

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South Africa

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 11/26

7:00 am-8:20 am

2 stops42h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/21

9:50 am-10:04 pm

2 stops43h 14m

$1,171

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 2/11

8:34 am-8:20 am

2 stops40h 46m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/4

9:50 am-1:28 pm

2 stops34h 38m

$1,174

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sat 11/22

4:59 pm-7:35 am

2 stops31h 36m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/28

10:00 pm-7:21 pm

2 stops28h 21m

$1,214

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Thu 3/5

5:29 pm-7:35 am

2 stops31h 06m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/9

10:00 pm-6:26 pm

2 stops26h 26m

$1,257

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Fri 11/14

5:02 pm-10:25 am

2 stops34h 23m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/30

10:00 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops27h 50m

$1,289

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sat 10/18

12:10 pm-8:20 am

2 stops38h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/25

9:50 am-1:47 pm

2 stops33h 57m

$1,300

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Thu 10/30

12:00 pm-1:35 pm

3 stops67h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/4

2:25 pm-11:40 am

3 stops28h 15m

$1,309

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 2/11

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/4

2:30 pm-2:05 pm

3 stops30h 35m

$1,356

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Thu 10/30

4:59 pm-8:05 am

2 stops33h 06m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/4

10:10 pm-6:06 pm

2 stops26h 56m

$1,365

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Sat 2/28

10:25 am-4:10 pm

1 stop22h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/11

7:50 pm-3:14 pm

2 stops25h 24m

$1,375

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 9/15

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to South Africa

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Columbus to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,675). 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 CMH to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 September 15, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Columbus 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 September 15, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbus to South Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
861 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

    A quick flight from Columbus to South Africa can take about 18h 06m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,421. Airlines will cover a distance of 8221 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Columbus to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,675). 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 4 airlines flying from Columbus to South Africa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$906Average$1,751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$923Average$1,361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,210Average$1,569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$1,370Average$1,640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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