South Africa

$1,067+ Cheap flights from Knoxville (TYS) to South Africa

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TYS — JNB
Feb 11 — Feb 181
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Knoxville (TYS) to South Africa (ZA0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 6, 2025.

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$1,067
(American Airlines)

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December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,202
From Knoxville McGhee Tyson to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($499 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 13% potential price decrease ($206 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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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 February 6, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/56:01 pmTYS - JNB
2 stops30h 59mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/199:15 pmJNB - TYS
2 stops28h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/5$1,067
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/210:50 amTYS - JNB
2 stops24h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/167:00 pmJNB - TYS
2 stops45h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/5$1,349
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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.
Mon 4/75:45 amTYS - JNB
2 stops25h 20mEthiopian Air
Mon 4/212:30 pmJNB - TYS
3 stops30h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/5$1,381
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/244:10 pmTYS - CPT
2 stops36h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/36:55 pmCPT - TYS
2 stops30h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/5$1,391
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/77:35 pmTYS - JNB
2 stops40h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/218:35 pmJNB - TYS
2 stops43h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$1,454
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/245:45 amTYS - CPT
1 stop27h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/38:00 pmCPT - TYS
1 stop20h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/6$1,729
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/52:33 pmTYS - JNB
1 stop23h 07mDelta
Mon 5/196:50 pmJNB - TYS
2 stops28h 36mDelta
Deal found 2/5$1,785
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/245:45 amTYS - CPT
3 stops50h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 6/31:50 pmCPT - TYS
3 stops30h 53mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/6$2,284
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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.
Sat 11/156:33 pmTYS - CPT
2 stops54h 27mBritish Airways
Sun 11/306:45 pmCPT - TYS
2 stops32h 51mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/4$2,569
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 11/157:25 pmTYS - CPT
1 stop16h 35mDelta
Sun 11/3011:45 pmCPT - TYS
2 stops41h 18mDelta
Deal found 2/4$3,685

Find flights from Knoxville to South Africa within your budget

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 February 6, 2025.

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KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 5/5

6:01 pm-7:00 am

2 stops30h 59m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/19

9:15 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops28h 10m

$1,067

KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 4/2

10:50 am-5:45 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/16

7:00 pm-10:05 am

2 stops45h 05m

$1,349

KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 4/7

5:45 am-1:05 pm

2 stops25h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/21

2:30 pm-2:40 pm

3 stops30h 10m

$1,381

KnoxvilleCape Town

TYS - CPT

TYSCPT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 5/24

4:10 pm-11:00 am

2 stops36h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/3

6:55 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$1,391

KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 4/7

7:35 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops40h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/21

8:35 pm-10:05 am

2 stops43h 30m

$1,454

KnoxvilleCape Town

TYS - CPT

TYSCPT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 5/24

5:45 am-3:20 pm

1 stop27h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/3

8:00 pm-10:27 am

1 stop20h 27m

$1,729

KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 5/5

2:33 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop23h 07m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/19

6:50 pm-5:26 pm

2 stops28h 36m

$1,785

KnoxvilleCape Town

TYS - CPT

TYSCPT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 5/24

5:45 am-1:45 pm

3 stops50h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/3

1:50 pm-2:43 pm

3 stops30h 53m

$2,284

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Deals found on 2/5

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Travel insights for flights from Knoxville to South Africa

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Knoxville to South Africa including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Knoxville to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 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 February 6, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Knoxville to South Africa as you normally would.

Rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

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 February 6, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Knoxville to South Africa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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.

  • 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.

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  • 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.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Knoxville to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 2 airlines flying from Knoxville to South Africa

Discover the top 2 airlines 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 February 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,370Average$1,856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,477Average$2,245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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