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$912+ Cheap flights from Knoxville (TYS) to South Africa

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TYS — JNB
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
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Cheap flight deals from Knoxville to South Africa

Best flights from Knoxville to South Africa
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Knoxville to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 1/155:14 pmTYS - JNB
2 stops34h 11mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/47:35 pmJNB - TYS
2 stops30h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$1,311
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 1/209:30 amTYS - CPT
2 stops42h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/278:50 pmCPT - TYS
1 stop29h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,389
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 1/2011:10 amTYS - CPT
2 stops40h 40mSWISS
Tue 1/278:50 pmCPT - TYS
2 stops28h 15mSWISS
Deal found 12/21$1,393
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 2/54:06 pmTYS - CPT
1 stop20h 09mDelta
Thu 2/129:30 pmCPT - TYS
1 stop20h 38mDelta
Deal found 12/21$1,423
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 2/52:25 pmTYS - CPT
1 stop18h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 2/128:50 pmCPT - TYS
2 stops23h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,427
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 1/209:30 amTYS - CPT
2 stops46h 05mEthiopian Air
Tue 1/271:50 pmCPT - TYS
3 stops30h 34mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/21$1,431
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 stops58h 11mBritish Airways
Mon 2/97:35 pmJNB - TYS
2 stops32h 21mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/20$1,458
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Thu 2/56:51 pmTYS - CPT
2 stops32h 39mQatar Airways
Sun 2/812:35 pmCPT - TYS
2 stops41h 12mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/22$2,018
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 1/1511:07 amTYS - JNB
2 stops24h 28mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/47:45 pmJNB - TYS
3 stops28h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$1,611
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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
3 stops30h 30mEthiopian Air
Mon 2/92:30 pmJNB - TYS
3 stops31h 19mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/20$1,621
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Tue 5/510:04 amTYS - JNB
1 stop27h 36mDelta
Mon 6/89:55 pmJNB - TYS
1 stop26h 20mDelta
Deal found 12/22$1,848
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/52:25 pmTYS - CPT
2 stops41h 10mEthiopian Air
Thu 2/123:25 pmCPT - TYS
3 stops54h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/21$1,716
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 2/55:15 pmTYS - CPT
2 stops59h 55mBritish Airways
Sun 2/86:55 pmCPT - TYS
2 stops30h 51mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/21$2,045
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 2/59:30 amTYS - CPT
1 stop23h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/88:50 pmCPT - TYS
1 stop24h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/20$2,273

Find 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 December 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,236
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$912
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,678
From Knoxville McGhee Tyson to South Africa
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Knoxville to South Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2025.
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 1/15

5:14 pm-10:25 am

2 stops34h 11m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/4

7:35 pm-6:46 pm

2 stops30h 11m

$1,311

KnoxvilleCape Town

TYS - CPT

TYSCPT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 1/20

9:30 am-10:50 am

2 stops42h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/27

8:50 pm-7:27 pm

1 stop29h 37m

$1,389

KnoxvilleCape Town

TYS - CPT

TYSCPT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 1/20

11:10 am-10:50 am

2 stops40h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/27

8:50 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops28h 15m

$1,393

KnoxvilleCape Town

TYS - CPT

TYSCPT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 2/5

4:06 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop20h 09m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/12

9:30 pm-11:08 am

1 stop20h 38m

$1,423

KnoxvilleCape Town

TYS - CPT

TYSCPT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 2/5

2:25 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/12

8:50 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops23h 25m

$1,427

KnoxvilleCape Town

TYS - CPT

TYSCPT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 1/20

9:30 am-2:35 pm

2 stops46h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/27

1:50 pm-1:24 pm

3 stops30h 34m

$1,431

KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 2/5

5:14 pm-10:25 am

2 stops58h 11m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/9

7:35 pm-8:56 pm

2 stops32h 21m

$1,458

KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 1/15

11:07 am-6:35 pm

2 stops24h 28m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/4

7:45 pm-4:53 pm

3 stops28h 08m

$1,611

KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 2/5

2:25 pm-3:55 am

3 stops30h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/9

2:30 pm-2:49 pm

3 stops31h 19m

$1,621

KnoxvilleCape Town

TYS - CPT

TYSCPT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 2/5

2:25 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops41h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/12

3:25 pm-3:15 pm

3 stops54h 50m

$1,716

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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 December 23, 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 December 23, 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
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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
8,014 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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.

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, SWISS, and Delta fly from Knoxville to South Africa in about 20h 09m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 20h 31m. 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 December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,477Average$1,727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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