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$813+ 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 4/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYS — JNB
Nov 13 — Nov 201
Thu 11/13
Thu 11/20
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,236
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$813
(Etihad Airways)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,727
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 October 14, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Wed 11/265:51 pmTYS - JNB
2 stops33h 34mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/37:35 pmJNB - TYS
2 stops29h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/12$1,236
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Thu 11/271:05 pmTYS - CPT
2 stops40h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/48:45 pmCPT - TYS
2 stops29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$1,371
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Thu 12/48:13 pmTYS - JNB
2 stops55h 12mBritish Airways
Thu 1/1510:00 pmJNB - TYS
2 stops31h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/13$1,402
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Thu 11/275:45 amTYS - CPT
2 stops25h 00mEthiopian Air
Thu 12/41:50 pmCPT - TYS
3 stops31h 53mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/12$1,554
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Thu 11/279:50 amTYS - CPT
1 stop23h 20mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/48:50 pmCPT - TYS
2 stops30h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12$1,656
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/45:23 pmTYS - JNB
2 stops34h 27mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/1511:10 amJNB - TYS
3 stops42h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/13$1,731
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Wed 11/262:25 pmTYS - JNB
3 stops30h 30mEthiopian Air
Wed 12/32:30 pmJNB - TYS
3 stops31h 13mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/12$1,732
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Thu 12/411:25 amTYS - JNB
1 stop24h 35mDelta
Thu 1/157:40 pmJNB - TYS
2 stops31h 58mDelta
Deal found 10/13$2,038
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Thu 11/2711:25 amTYS - CPT
1 stop24h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 12/49:30 pmCPT - TYS
1 stop28h 22mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/12$2,597
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Wed 11/266:00 pmTYS - JNB
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/39:55 pmJNB - TYS
1 stop25h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$2,621
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/42:30 pmTYS - JNB
3 stops37h 00mAir Canada
Thu 1/158:15 pmJNB - TYS
3 stops45h 42mAir Canada
Deal found 10/13$3,954

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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

Wed 11/26

5:51 pm-10:25 am

2 stops33h 34m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/3

7:35 pm-6:09 pm

2 stops29h 34m

$1,236

KnoxvilleCape Town

TYS - CPT

TYSCPT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 11/27

1:05 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops40h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/4

8:45 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops29h 10m

$1,371

KnoxvilleCape Town

TYS - CPT

TYSCPT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 3/21

6:50 pm-8:05 am

2 stops31h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/25

8:35 pm-7:17 pm

2 stops28h 42m

$1,371

KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 12/4

8:13 pm-10:25 am

2 stops55h 12m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/15

10:00 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops31h 10m

$1,402

KnoxvilleCape Town

TYS - CPT

TYSCPT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 11/27

5:45 am-1:45 pm

2 stops25h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/4

1:50 pm-2:43 pm

3 stops31h 53m

$1,554

KnoxvilleCape Town

TYS - CPT

TYSCPT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 11/27

9:50 am-4:10 pm

1 stop23h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/4

8:50 pm-7:54 pm

2 stops30h 04m

$1,656

KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 12/4

5:23 pm-10:50 am

2 stops34h 27m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/15

11:10 am-10:28 pm

3 stops42h 18m

$1,731

KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 11/26

2:25 pm-3:55 am

3 stops30h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/3

2:30 pm-2:43 pm

3 stops31h 13m

$1,732

KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 12/4

11:25 am-7:00 pm

1 stop24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/15

7:40 pm-8:38 pm

2 stops31h 58m

$2,038

KnoxvilleCape Town

TYS - CPT

TYSCPT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 3/21

9:40 am-4:10 pm

1 stop24h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/25

7:50 pm-8:54 pm

2 stops31h 04m

$2,476

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Deals found on 10/12

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from TYS to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Knoxville 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 14, 2025.

When flying from Knoxville 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 21% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 14, 2025.
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
8.0
Very good
7,975 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,975 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,975 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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 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 American Airlines, British Airways, and Ethiopian Air fly from Knoxville to South Africa in about 25h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 30h 12m. There are 8166 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 October 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,477Average$2,075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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