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$643+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC to South Africa

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RDU — JNB
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Cheap flight deals from Durham to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Durham to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated julio 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,029
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$643
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,581
From Durham to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Durham to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 30, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
mar. 9/162:00 pmRDU - CPT
2 stops39h 50mTurkish Airlines
dom. 9/214:35 pmCPT - RDU
2 stops30h 14mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,031
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
mié. 12/248:50 pmRDU - CPT
1 stop28h 10mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 1/1710:00 pmCPT - RDU
2 stops29h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,063
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
mar. 9/162:00 pmRDU - JNB
2 stops38h 35mTurkish Airlines
dom. 9/215:55 pmJNB - RDU
2 stops28h 54mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,124
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
mar. 9/166:00 amRDU - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
dom. 9/212:30 pmJNB - RDU
3 stops29h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/28$1,133
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
sáb. 11/88:50 pmRDU - CPT
1 stop28h 10mBritish Airways
mar. 11/188:55 pmCPT - RDU
1 stop27h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/28$1,155
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
lun. 11/37:10 amRDU - CPT
3 stops47h 25mMultiple Airlines
mar. 11/187:20 amCPT - RDU
2 stops41h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$1,158
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
mar. 9/166:00 amRDU - CPT
2 stops25h 45mEthiopian Air
dom. 9/211:50 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops30h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/28$1,186
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
mié. 8/277:06 amRDU - JNB
2 stops35h 19mKenya Airways
dom. 9/75:00 pmJNB - RDU
2 stops27h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/28$1,186
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/155:07 pmRDU - JNB
2 stops33h 13mMultiple Airlines
dom. 8/319:50 amJNB - RDU
2 stops42h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$1,188
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
dom. 9/216:45 amRDU - JNB
2 stops43h 35mEtihad Airways
mar. 10/79:50 amJNB - RDU
2 stops37h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/28$1,259
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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. 11/57:10 amRDU - CPT
3 stops47h 25mKenya Airways
mar. 11/182:25 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops34h 39mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/28$1,267
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
mar. 9/168:00 pmRDU - JNB
2 stops29h 00mAmerican Airlines
dom. 9/219:15 pmJNB - RDU
1 stop22h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$1,286

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Durham 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 julio 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Durham to South Africa that are best for you.

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Durham

Fly to

South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 1/17

5:31 pm-8:00 am

2 stops31h 29m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 1/26

10:00 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop26h 35m

$1,020

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 9/16

2:00 pm-11:50 am

2 stops39h 50m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 9/21

4:35 pm-4:49 pm

2 stops30h 14m

$1,031

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 9/16

2:00 pm-10:35 am

2 stops38h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 9/21

5:55 pm-4:49 pm

2 stops28h 54m

$1,124

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 9/16

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 9/21

2:30 pm-2:10 pm

3 stops29h 40m

$1,133

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 11/8

8:50 pm-8:00 am

1 stop28h 10m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 11/18

8:55 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$1,155

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

lun. 11/3

7:10 am-1:35 pm

3 stops47h 25m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 11/18

7:20 am-6:04 pm

2 stops41h 44m

$1,158

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

mié. 8/27

7:06 am-12:25 am

2 stops35h 19m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 9/7

5:00 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops27h 20m

$1,186

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 9/16

6:00 am-1:45 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 9/21

1:50 pm-2:10 pm

3 stops30h 20m

$1,186

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

vie. 8/15

5:07 pm-8:20 am

2 stops33h 13m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 8/31

9:50 am-10:28 pm

2 stops42h 38m

$1,188

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

dom. 9/21

6:45 am-8:20 am

2 stops43h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 10/7

9:50 am-4:50 pm

2 stops37h 00m

$1,259

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Deals found on 7/27

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Best time to book a flight from Durham to South Africa

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Durham 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 DU8 to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Durham 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 julio 30, 2025.

When flying from Durham to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 julio 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, KLM, and Qatar Airways from Durham to South Africa. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,607 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,230 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

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

    $836 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 Ethiopian Air and Lufthansa, with prices starting from $950 and $981, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Durham to South Africa?

    When deciding which route to take from Durham to South Africa consider Raleigh-Durham - Cape Town Intl, Raleigh-Durham - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Raleigh-Durham - Durban King Shaka Intl as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Durham 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 7 airlines flying from Durham to South Africa

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Durham 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 julio 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$891Average$1,155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$949Average$1,393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,027Average$1,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,071Average$1,409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,099Average$1,234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
DeltaCheapest$1,327Average$1,681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,847Average$2,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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