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$614+ Cheap flights from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) 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 1/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAH — JNB
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/303:30 pmIAH - JNB
1 stop22h 35mKLM
Wed 1/287:20 pmJNB - IAH
1 stop26h 35mKLM
Deal found 12/17$1,172
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/266:00 amIAH - JNB
1 stop29h 00mDelta
Fri 1/237:20 pmJNB - IAH
1 stop26h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/16$1,297
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/267:20 amIAH - JNB
2 stops27h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/237:45 pmJNB - IAH
2 stops29h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,606
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:00 amIAH - JNB
2 stops31h 10mEthiopian Air
Wed 1/2811:00 pmJNB - IAH
3 stops41h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/17$1,980
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/216:20 pmIAH - JNB
2 stops29h 15mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/1210:00 pmJNB - IAH
1 stop24h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,126
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/206:20 pmIAH - JNB
2 stops29h 15mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/2210:00 pmJNB - IAH
1 stop24h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$2,127
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/216:01 pmIAH - JNB
2 stops29h 34mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/238:20 pmJNB - IAH
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,268
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/217:05 pmIAH - CPT
2 stops52h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/286:45 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,775
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/187:05 pmIAH - CPT
2 stops52h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/309:30 amCPT - IAH
2 stops45h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$2,905
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/269:05 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sun 1/45:15 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop33h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/16$3,551
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2610:04 pmIAH - CPT
2 stops34h 06mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/48:50 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop31h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$3,655
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/267:10 pmIAH - CPT
2 stops61h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/48:00 amCPT - IAH
3 stops39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$3,801

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$1,015
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One-way from

$614
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Average price

$1,924
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HoustonJohannesburg

IAH - JNB

IAHJNB

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 3/12

10:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/17

7:10 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop32h 00m

$1,015

HoustonJohannesburg

IAH - JNB

IAHJNB

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/17

9:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/4

7:05 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,016

HoustonJohannesburg

IAH - JNB

IAHJNB

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 1/15

9:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/22

7:10 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop32h 00m

$1,016

HoustonJohannesburg

IAH - JNB

IAHJNB

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/19

5:05 am-1:05 pm

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/3

2:30 pm-3:19 pm

3 stops32h 49m

$1,120

HoustonJohannesburg

IAH - JNB

IAHJNB

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/19

12:00 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/3

10:00 pm-6:46 pm

1 stop28h 46m

$1,125

HoustonJohannesburg

IAH - JNB

IAHJNB

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 1/15

5:30 pm-12:25 am

2 stops46h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/21

1:35 am-1:59 pm

2 stops44h 24m

$1,140

HoustonJohannesburg

IAH - JNB

IAHJNB

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/17

12:47 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops25h 18m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/4

11:59 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop45h 31m

$1,151

HoustonJohannesburg

IAH - JNB

IAHJNB

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 3/12

12:40 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/17

11:59 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop45h 31m

$1,151

HoustonJohannesburg

IAH - JNB

IAHJNB

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 3/12

12:40 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/17

7:20 pm-6:02 pm

2 stops29h 42m

$1,161

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/4

9:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop30h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/10

5:15 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop33h 55m

$1,246

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to South Africa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to South Africa (average of $845). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,264). 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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Find hourly flight availability from George Bush Intcntl 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 December 18, 2025.

When flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to South Africa, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 31% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to South Africa?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to South Africa flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday 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 December 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Qatar Airways, and United Airlines from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport 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
8,007 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,685 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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
9,091 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,105 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,585 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to South Africa (average of $845). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,264). 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 8 airlines flying from George Bush Intcntl to South Africa

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from George Bush Intcntl 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$839Average$1,016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$994Average$1,421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,010Average$1,284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,146Average$1,413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,239Average$1,692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$1,245Average$2,414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$1,277Average$2,056FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
EmiratesCheapest$1,587Average$1,691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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