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$550+ Cheap flights from Mexico City (MEX) 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 1/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEX — JNB
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Wed 2/25
Wed 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Mexico City to South Africa

Cheapest flights from Mexico City to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mexico City to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 26, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Tue 2/2410:05 am
MEX
-
CPT
2 stops23h 55m
United Airlines
Tue 3/38:50 pm
CPT
-
MEX
1 stop33h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/25$1,008
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Mon 2/29:40 am
MEX
-
CPT
1 stop22h 30m
United Airlines
Tue 2/178:50 pm
CPT
-
MEX
1 stop33h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$1,056
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/27:15 am
MEX
-
CPT
2 stops28h 00m
Delta
Tue 2/179:30 pm
CPT
-
MEX
2 stops30h 20m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$1,061
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Tue 3/1010:00 am
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops26h 30m
United Airlines
Tue 3/177:45 pm
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops32h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/23$1,066
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 3/108:40 am
MEX
-
CPT
2 stops29h 15m
Delta
Tue 3/179:30 pm
CPT
-
MEX
1 stop30h 15m
Delta
Deal found 1/24$1,067
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/109:50 pm
MEX
-
JNB
1 stop40h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/177:20 pm
JNB
-
MEX
1 stop33h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$1,086
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Mon 2/239:40 am
MEX
-
CPT
1 stop22h 30m
United Airlines
Mon 3/28:50 pm
CPT
-
MEX
2 stops45h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/24$1,163
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/1210:05 pm
MEX
-
JNB
1 stop29h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/266:00 pm
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops31h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$1,164
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 5/214:40 pm
MEX
-
CPT
2 stops62h 40m
United Airlines
Tue 6/28:00 pm
CPT
-
MEX
2 stops44h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/25$1,166
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 3/128:40 am
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops27h 50m
United Airlines
Sun 3/297:00 pm
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops57h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/24$1,175
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/128:40 am
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops27h 50m
United Airlines
Thu 3/197:45 pm
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops40h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$1,180
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Sun 3/227:45 pm
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops39h 15m
Delta
Mon 4/69:55 pm
JNB
-
MEX
1 stop44h 20m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$1,211

Find flight deals from Mexico City to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Mexico City to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated January 26, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,008
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$550
(Virgin Atlantic)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,379
From Mexico City Benito Juarez to South Africa
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One-way flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($209 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($42 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Mexico City 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 January 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Mexico City to South Africa that are best for you.

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Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 2/24

10:05 am-6:00 pm

2 stops23h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/3

8:50 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop33h 00m

$1,008

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 3/10

10:00 am-8:30 pm

2 stops26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/17

7:45 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops32h 30m

$1,066

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 3/10

9:50 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop40h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/17

7:20 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop33h 35m

$1,086

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 2/23

9:40 am-4:10 pm

1 stop22h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/2

8:50 pm-10:05 am

2 stops45h 15m

$1,163

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 3/10

10:00 am-4:55 pm

1 stop22h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/17

8:50 pm-4:05 am

2 stops39h 15m

$1,163

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 5/21

4:40 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops62h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/2

8:00 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop32h 15m

$1,166

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 5/24

8:45 am-9:30 am

2 stops40h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/2

8:00 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops33h 10m

$1,223

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 3/17

1:30 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops38h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/6

9:55 pm-10:15 am

1 stop44h 20m

$1,260

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 5/20

7:30 am-9:30 am

2 stops42h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/7

8:00 pm-8:35 am

2 stops44h 35m

$1,270

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 3/22

7:45 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops39h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/5

9:55 pm-10:15 am

1 stop44h 20m

$1,271

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Best time to book a flight from Mexico City to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Mexico City to South Africa

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to South Africa (average of $535). Flying from Mexico City to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,362). 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.

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 26, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta from Mexico City 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
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Santiago,Apr 2024

ATL - JNB

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Santiago,Apr 2024

ATL - JNB

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Mexico City to South Africa, you will be flying from Benito Juarez. Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) is just 5.5 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Mexico City to South Africa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Mexico City to South Africa in 23h 55m. Fly via United Airlines or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance between Mexico City and South Africa is about 8514 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Mexico City 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 Mexico City to South Africa?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to South Africa (average of $535). Flying from Mexico City to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,362). 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 airline flying from Mexico City to South Africa

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Mexico City 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 26, 2026.
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DeltaCheapest$1,046Average$1,365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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