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$766+ 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 3/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — JNB
Dec 17 — Dec 241
Wed 12/17
Wed 12/24
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 November 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,159
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$766
(Ovago)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,406
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 November 17, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/197:08 amCMH - CPT
3 stops47h 27mKenya Airways
Wed 12/311:25 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops43h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/14$1,231
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/246:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/175:00 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops30h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/16$1,304
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/276:10 amCMH - CPT
2 stops24h 35mEthiopian Air
Wed 12/32:35 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops30h 33mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/15$1,314
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/186:10 amCMH - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/252:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops30h 38mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/17$1,315
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/247:08 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 42mKenya Airways
Fri 1/161:35 amJNB - CMH
2 stops41h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/16$1,330
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 11/266:02 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops30h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/2110:00 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops29h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/15$1,385
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/271:47 pmCMH - CPT
1 stop22h 28mDelta
Sun 12/219:30 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop24h 32mDelta
Deal found 11/15$1,422
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2710:35 amCMH - CPT
2 stops42h 35mBritish Airways
Wed 12/38:35 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops28h 31mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/15$1,448
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/196:10 amCMH - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 11/212:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops30h 42mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/15$1,482
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/274:40 pmCMH - CPT
1 stop19h 35mDelta
Wed 12/311:45 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops28h 55mDelta
Deal found 11/15$1,514
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/181:17 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops34h 53mQatar Airways
Tue 11/258:20 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops34h 48mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/17$1,534
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/266:10 amCMH - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/212:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops40h 14mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/16$1,548

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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 November 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to South Africa that are best for you.

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ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Fri 4/24

7:00 am-3:50 pm

2 stops26h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/17

5:00 pm-11:41 am

2 stops24h 41m

$1,159

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 1/14

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/28

2:30 pm-11:44 pm

3 stops40h 14m

$1,226

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Thu 3/5

7:34 pm-7:35 am

2 stops29h 01m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/9

10:00 pm-8:57 pm

2 stops28h 57m

$1,234

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Mon 2/9

4:33 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop19h 42m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/25

11:45 pm-12:03 am

2 stops31h 18m

$1,234

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Tue 2/10

2:08 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops24h 47m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/25

11:45 pm-11:02 pm

2 stops30h 17m

$1,243

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sat 3/28

5:30 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops40h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/3

1:15 am-11:44 am

2 stops40h 29m

$1,247

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 1/14

8:29 pm-10:25 am

2 stops30h 56m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/28

7:35 pm-5:59 pm

2 stops29h 24m

$1,259

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-2:11 pm

3 stops30h 41m

$1,265

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Tue 3/10

8:25 pm-8:05 am

2 stops29h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/16

10:10 pm-6:26 pm

2 stops26h 16m

$1,294

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Fri 3/20

7:22 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops34h 48m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/24

6:55 pm-10:48 pm

2 stops33h 53m

$1,294

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to South Africa

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

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 $906). Flying from Columbus to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,465). 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 November 17, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 15% on flights from Columbus to South Africa by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to South Africa. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to South Africa flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 November 17, 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
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,013 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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 19h 42m. Kenya Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,234. 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 $906). Flying from Columbus to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,465). 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 3 airlines flying from Columbus to South Africa

Discover the top 3 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 November 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$906Average$1,745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$923Average$1,361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,370Average$1,667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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