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$747+ Cheap flights from Knoxville (TYS) 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 4/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYS — JNB
Feb 7 — Feb 141
Sat 2/7
Sat 2/14
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Cheap flight deals from Knoxville to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Knoxville to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated January 8, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,137
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$747
(oojo)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$2,271
From Knoxville McGhee Tyson to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Knoxville to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Knoxville to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 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.
Sat 2/215:00 pmTYS - JNB
2 stops34h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/287:35 pmJNB - TYS
2 stops28h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,287
This British 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/55:14 pmTYS - JNB
2 stops31h 21mBritish Airways
Sun 2/87:35 pmJNB - TYS
2 stops30h 11mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/7$1,402
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.
Sat 2/212:21 pmTYS - JNB
3 stops30h 34mEthiopian Air
Sat 2/282:30 pmJNB - TYS
3 stops31h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/7$1,407
This Ethiopian Air 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/52:25 pmTYS - JNB
2 stops39h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 2/82:30 pmJNB - TYS
3 stops31h 19mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/7$1,554
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/74:06 pmTYS - CPT
2 stops35h 14mAmerican Airlines
Fri 2/138:50 pmCPT - TYS
2 stops32h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,698
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/711:58 amTYS - CPT
1 stop24h 17mDelta
Fri 2/1311:45 pmCPT - TYS
2 stops66h 21mDelta
Deal found 1/7$1,744
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/218:30 amTYS - JNB
1 stop27h 30mDelta
Sat 2/287:20 pmJNB - TYS
2 stops31h 40mDelta
Deal found 1/7$2,066
This Qatar Airways 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/112:21 pmTYS - CPT
2 stops39h 09mQatar Airways
Thu 2/512:35 pmCPT - TYS
2 stops34h 11mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/6$2,082
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Sat 1/105:14 pmTYS - CPT
2 stops34h 06mBritish Airways
Sat 1/1710:10 pmCPT - TYS
2 stops30h 11mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/5$2,258
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.
Sat 2/79:30 amTYS - CPT
1 stop23h 40mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/138:50 pmCPT - TYS
1 stop25h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7$2,290
This Virgin Atlantic 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/219:49 amTYS - JNB
1 stop26h 11mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 2/289:55 pmJNB - TYS
1 stop26h 59mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/7$2,474
This Arangrant 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 Arangrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/286:10 amTYS - JNB
2 stops45h 15mBritish Airways
Sat 4/49:15 pmJNB - TYS
2 stops29h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/7$2,593

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

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KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 2/5

5:14 pm-7:35 am

2 stops31h 21m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

10:00 pm-8:56 pm

2 stops29h 56m

$1,402

KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 2/21

2:21 pm-3:55 am

3 stops30h 34m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/28

2:30 pm-3:15 pm

3 stops31h 45m

$1,407

KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 2/5

2:25 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops39h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

2:30 pm-2:49 pm

3 stops31h 19m

$1,554

KnoxvilleCape Town

TYS - CPT

TYSCPT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 2/7

4:06 pm-10:20 am

2 stops35h 14m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/13

8:50 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops32h 05m

$1,698

KnoxvilleCape Town

TYS - CPT

TYSCPT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 2/7

11:58 am-7:15 pm

1 stop24h 17m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/13

11:45 pm-11:06 am

2 stops66h 21m

$1,744

KnoxvilleCape Town

TYS - CPT

TYSCPT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 2/1

12:21 pm-10:30 am

2 stops39h 09m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/5

12:35 pm-3:46 pm

2 stops34h 11m

$2,082

KnoxvilleCape Town

TYS - CPT

TYSCPT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 2/7

9:30 am-4:10 pm

1 stop23h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/13

8:50 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop25h 25m

$2,290

KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 2/21

9:49 am-7:00 pm

1 stop26h 11m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/28

9:55 pm-5:54 pm

1 stop26h 59m

$2,474

KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 3/28

6:10 am-9:25 am

2 stops45h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

9:15 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops29h 50m

$2,593

KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 3/28

2:04 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop23h 36m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

11:15 pm-11:51 pm

2 stops30h 36m

$4,054

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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 January 8, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Knoxville to South Africa, such as Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,025 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Knoxville to South Africa?

    Located just 11.3 mi from the city center, Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to South Africa from Knoxville.

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

    Airlines like British Airways, Ethiopian Air, and American Airlines fly from Knoxville to South Africa in about 30h 34m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 40m. There are 8438 mi between Knoxville and South Africa. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Knoxville 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.

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Top airline flying from Knoxville to South Africa

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Knoxville 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 January 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,120Average$2,075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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