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$652+ 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 3/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — JNB
feb. 7 — feb. 141
sáb. 2/7
sáb. 2/14
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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 enero 8, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,136
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$652
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,410
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 enero 8, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
dom. 2/18:29 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops30h 56mAmerican Airlines
dom. 2/1510:00 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops27h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,136
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
jue. 9/37:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops35h 15mKenya Airways
mar. 9/1512:10 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops29h 31mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/7$1,169
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
dom. 2/155:43 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops33h 42mAmerican Airlines
mié. 5/207:25 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops28h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,186
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
mié. 2/116:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops24h 05mEthiopian Air
mié. 3/42:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops30h 42mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/7$1,192
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
mié. 2/44:40 pmCMH - CPT
1 stop18h 20mUnited Airlines
mié. 2/118:50 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop21h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,194
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
dom. 9/67:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops26h 50mKenya Airways
mié. 9/305:00 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops24h 41mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/7$1,196
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
dom. 2/16:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops24h 05mEthiopian Air
dom. 2/1511:00 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops45h 57mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/7$1,198
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
mié. 2/49:00 amCMH - CPT
2 stops26h 00mUnited Airlines
dom. 2/88:50 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops29h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,199
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
lun. 1/127:08 amCMH - JNB
2 stops44h 47mKenya Airways
dom. 4/125:00 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops30h 44mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/8$1,222
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
sáb. 8/226:02 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops30h 58mAmerican Airlines
mar. 9/17:25 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops28h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/6$1,238
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
mié. 2/47:08 amCMH - CPT
3 stops47h 27mKenya Airways
mié. 2/1111:25 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops43h 34mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/7$1,243
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
vie. 4/177:10 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops32h 15mBritish Airways
lun. 4/279:15 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops24h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/7$1,248

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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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Return

Price

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

dom. 2/1

8:29 pm-10:25 am

2 stops30h 56m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 2/15

10:00 pm-6:01 pm

2 stops27h 01m

$1,136

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

dom. 2/22

3:27 pm-7:35 am

2 stops33h 08m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 3/1

7:35 pm-6:02 pm

2 stops29h 27m

$1,137

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

dom. 2/15

5:43 pm-10:25 am

2 stops33h 42m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 5/20

7:25 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops28h 05m

$1,186

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

mié. 2/11

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 3/4

2:30 pm-2:12 pm

3 stops30h 42m

$1,192

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

mié. 2/4

4:40 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 2/8

8:50 pm-2:17 pm

1 stop24h 27m

$1,194

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

dom. 2/1

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 2/15

11:00 pm-1:57 pm

3 stops45h 57m

$1,198

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

mié. 2/4

2:18 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops20h 42m

Cape Town Intl

mié. 2/11

8:50 pm-11:03 am

1 stop21h 13m

$1,199

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

mié. 2/4

8:08 am-1:35 pm

3 stops46h 27m

Cape Town Intl

mié. 2/11

11:25 pm-11:59 am

2 stops43h 34m

$1,243

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

mié. 2/4

7:08 am-1:35 pm

3 stops47h 27m

Cape Town Intl

mié. 2/11

11:25 pm-11:59 am

2 stops43h 34m

$1,243

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

vie. 4/17

7:10 pm-9:25 am

2 stops32h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 4/27

9:15 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$1,248

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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 $906). Flying from Columbus to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,468). 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.

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 enero 8, 2026.
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
8,025 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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
8,025 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,025 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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
9,139 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,025 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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
11,094 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,025 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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 18h 33m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,168. 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 $1,468). 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 enero 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$906Average$1,744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$923Average$1,335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,370Average$1,637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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