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$639+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC to South Africa

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RDU — JNB
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Thu 11/276:00 amRDU - JNB
2 stops24h 05mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/72:30 pmJNB - RDU
3 stops30h 31mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/28$1,130
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/226:00 amRDU - JNB
2 stops24h 05mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/72:30 pmJNB - RDU
3 stops30h 31mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/29$1,175
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/227:30 pmRDU - JNB
2 stops45h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/61:35 amJNB - RDU
2 stops48h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,189
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Thu 11/276:00 amRDU - JNB
2 stops45h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sun 12/77:05 pmJNB - RDU
2 stops33h 46mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,194
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Wed 11/266:00 amRDU - JNB
3 stops38h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 12/62:30 pmJNB - RDU
3 stops30h 37mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/28$1,202
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/57:16 amRDU - CPT
3 stops47h 19mKenya Airways
Thu 12/112:25 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops30h 44mKenya Airways
Deal found 10/29$1,206
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Sat 11/225:32 pmRDU - JNB
2 stops34h 18mTurkish Airlines
Sun 12/77:05 pmJNB - RDU
2 stops57h 46mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,222
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Tue 11/46:00 amRDU - CPT
2 stops24h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/181:50 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops31h 18mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/28$1,223
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/18:15 amRDU - CPT
1 stop28h 00mDelta
Mon 12/89:30 pmCPT - RDU
1 stop26h 17mDelta
Deal found 10/28$1,252
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Fri 10/316:00 amRDU - CPT
2 stops26h 35mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/161:50 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops31h 18mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/28$1,268
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/56:55 pmRDU - CPT
1 stop27h 55mDelta
Wed 12/247:55 amCPT - RDU
2 stops35h 31mDelta
Deal found 10/29$1,280
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Fri 11/288:40 pmRDU - CPT
1 stop28h 25mBritish Airways
Sun 12/146:55 pmCPT - RDU
1 stop29h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/28$1,289

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 October 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,130
(oojo)

One-way from

$639
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,489
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Durham to South Africa that are best for you.

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RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 11/27

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

2:30 pm-2:01 pm

3 stops30h 31m

$1,130

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/17

2:40 pm-11:50 am

2 stops38h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/26

5:15 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops35h 15m

$1,159

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 11/22

7:30 pm-12:25 am

2 stops45h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/6

1:35 am-7:01 pm

2 stops48h 26m

$1,189

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/13

2:40 pm-10:50 am

2 stops37h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/22

7:10 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops33h 20m

$1,199

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 11/4

6:00 am-1:45 pm

2 stops24h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/18

1:50 pm-2:08 pm

3 stops31h 18m

$1,223

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 12/1

8:15 am-7:15 pm

1 stop28h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/8

9:30 pm-4:47 pm

1 stop26h 17m

$1,252

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 11/27

8:45 am-10:50 am

2 stops43h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

7:05 pm-9:51 pm

2 stops33h 46m

$1,257

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/17

6:00 am-2:35 pm

2 stops25h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/26

2:35 pm-2:06 pm

3 stops30h 31m

$1,276

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 12/5

6:55 pm-5:50 am

1 stop27h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/24

7:55 am-12:26 pm

2 stops35h 31m

$1,280

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/17

8:45 pm-8:05 am

1 stop28h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/26

6:55 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop29h 55m

$1,281

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Best time to book a flight from Durham to South Africa

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to South Africa (average of $179). Flying from Durham to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,360). 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 October 30, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Durham to South Africa in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 22% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Durham to South Africa. Price data was last updated on October 27, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Durham to South Africa flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday 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 October 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Qatar Airways, and United Airlines 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,995 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,995 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,995 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,661 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,995 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,995 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,033 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,995 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,487 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,995 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Durham to South Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Ethiopian Air, Turkish Airlines, and Delta can get you from Durham to South Africa in just under 24h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8155 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $673 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Kenya Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on British Airways and American Airlines, with prices starting from $911 and $1,175, 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to South Africa (average of $179). Flying from Durham to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,360). 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 5 airlines flying from Durham to South Africa

Discover the top 5 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$919Average$1,327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$950Average$1,539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,212Average$1,565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,327Average$1,669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,647Average$1,971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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