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$623+ Cheap flights from Houston to South Africa

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HOU — JNB
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$951
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$623
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,307
From Houston to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Houston to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 16, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sun 11/302:55 pmIAH - JNB
1 stop35h 55mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/107:05 pmJNB - IAH
1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/16$951
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 11/129:05 pmIAH - JNB
1 stop29h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sun 11/237:05 pmJNB - IAH
1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/14$960
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Sat 11/82:55 pmIAH - JNB
1 stop35h 55mTurkish Airlines
Thu 11/207:10 pmJNB - IAH
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/14$969
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/302:55 pmIAH - JNB
1 stop35h 55mTurkish Airlines
Sun 12/77:05 pmJNB - IAH
1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/16$1,010
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/299:05 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
Thu 12/115:15 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop33h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/16$1,019
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Tue 11/119:05 pmIAH - JNB
1 stop29h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sat 11/227:10 pmJNB - IAH
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/14$1,025
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/269:05 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sat 12/65:15 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop27h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/16$1,037
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/109:05 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
Mon 11/175:15 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop33h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/14$1,043
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/209:00 pmIAH - JNB
1 stop30h 35mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/287:10 pmJNB - IAH
1 stop26h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/15$1,058
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Wed 10/293:55 pmIAH - JNB
1 stop35h 55mTurkish Airlines
Sun 11/27:05 pmJNB - IAH
1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/16$1,062
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/159:05 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sat 11/225:15 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop33h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/15$1,087
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/299:05 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sat 12/65:15 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop27h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/15$1,096

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to South Africa that are best for you.

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Price

HoustonJohannesburg

IAH - JNB

IAHJNB

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 11/29

2:55 pm-10:50 am

1 stop35h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

7:10 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop32h 00m

$969

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/14

9:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop30h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/14

4:40 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop33h 35m

$994

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/11

2:55 pm-11:50 am

1 stop36h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/16

5:15 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop33h 55m

$1,013

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 11/26

9:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop30h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 12/6

5:15 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop33h 55m

$1,037

HoustonJohannesburg

IAH - JNB

IAHJNB

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 3/1

9:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/5

7:10 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop32h 00m

$1,045

HoustonJohannesburg

IAH - JNB

IAHJNB

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 11/6

5:45 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop37h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/20

4:50 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops54h 25m

$1,138

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 10/28

10:05 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops33h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/4

5:15 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop27h 55m

$1,142

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/14

9:05 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops33h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/14

4:40 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop27h 05m

$1,159

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 11/3

9:05 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops33h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/9

5:15 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop33h 55m

$1,167

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 11/26

2:55 pm-11:50 am

1 stop36h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 12/6

2:00 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops31h 10m

$1,197

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to South Africa

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to South Africa (average of $712). Flying from Houston to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,272). 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 HOU to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 16, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Houston to South Africa in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to South Africa flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon 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 October 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Qatar Airways, and United Airlines from Houston 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
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
3,651 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,009 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,456 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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

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

    Airlines like Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and American Airlines fly from Houston to South Africa in about 32h 03m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 47m. There are 9006 mi between Houston and South Africa. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Houston to South Africa are Qatar Airways ($634), British Airways ($1,038), and Delta ($1,158).

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

    The most popular route from Houston to South Africa is Houston Hobby - Cape Town Intl. You may also consider Houston Hobby - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Houston George Bush Intcntl - Cape Town Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to South Africa (average of $712). Flying from Houston to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,272). 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 Houston to South Africa

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$774Average$1,916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$831Average$1,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$976Average$1,280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$994Average$1,488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,002Average$1,447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,239Average$1,745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$1,464Average$2,414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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