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$607+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — JNB
Oct 25 — Nov 11
Sat 10/25
Sat 11/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Philadelphia to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated September 25, 2025.

Round-trip from

$994
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$607
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,202
From Philadelphia to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 25, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/278:35 pmPHL - JNB
1 stop25h 20mQatar Airways
Sun 11/23:10 amJNB - PHL
2 stops36h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/25$994
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/228:35 pmPHL - JNB
1 stop37h 35mQatar Airways
Sun 10/263:10 amJNB - PHL
2 stops35h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/23$998
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/28:25 pmPHL - JNB
2 stops59h 55mQatar Airways
Thu 10/91:55 pmJNB - PHL
1 stop25h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/23$1,034
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/127:40 pmPHL - JNB
2 stops47h 40mQatar Airways
Tue 11/259:25 amJNB - PHL
1 stop30h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/24$1,046
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/117:40 pmPHL - JNB
2 stops47h 40mQatar Airways
Tue 11/251:45 pmJNB - PHL
1 stop26h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/24$1,049
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1712:37 pmPHL - CPT
1 stop23h 38mDelta
Tue 11/259:30 pmCPT - PHL
1 stop26h 26mDelta
Deal found 9/25$1,081
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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.
Fri 11/148:00 pmPHL - CPT
1 stop37h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/258:50 pmCPT - PHL
1 stop19h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/23$1,087
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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.
Fri 11/148:00 pmPHL - CPT
1 stop37h 10mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/278:50 pmCPT - PHL
2 stops27h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/23$1,091
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/54:32 pmPHL - CPT
2 stops36h 18mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/105:15 pmCPT - PHL
2 stops35h 33mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/23$1,117
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/146:02 amPHL - CPT
2 stops32h 53mDelta
Tue 11/259:30 pmCPT - PHL
1 stop21h 02mDelta
Deal found 9/23$1,123
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/177:45 pmPHL - CPT
1 stop33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/286:55 pmCPT - PHL
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/23$1,130
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/812:10 pmPHL - CPT
1 stop24h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 11/158:50 pmCPT - PHL
2 stops35h 01mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/24$1,134

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

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PhiladelphiaJohannesburg

PHL - JNB

PHLJNB

Philadelphia

Wed 10/22

8:35 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop37h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/27

4:50 pm-9:00 am

2 stops46h 10m

$998

PhiladelphiaJohannesburg

PHL - JNB

PHLJNB

Philadelphia

Sun 3/1

7:50 pm-3:55 am

1 stop25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/14

4:50 pm-9:00 am

2 stops46h 10m

$1,032

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Sat 11/15

10:22 am-4:10 pm

1 stop22h 48m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/25

8:50 pm-9:46 am

1 stop19h 56m

$1,081

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Mon 11/17

12:37 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop23h 38m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/25

9:30 pm-4:56 pm

1 stop26h 26m

$1,081

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Sun 11/16

10:34 am-6:00 pm

2 stops24h 26m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/27

8:50 pm-5:29 pm

2 stops27h 39m

$1,086

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Sun 11/16

12:22 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops23h 53m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/25

9:30 pm-4:39 pm

2 stops26h 09m

$1,086

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Sun 11/16

12:40 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops22h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/26

8:50 pm-2:07 pm

2 stops24h 17m

$1,086

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Fri 11/14

8:00 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop37h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/27

8:50 pm-5:29 pm

2 stops27h 39m

$1,091

PhiladelphiaJohannesburg

PHL - JNB

PHLJNB

Philadelphia

Mon 3/23

8:50 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops59h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/6

1:55 pm-9:00 am

1 stop25h 05m

$1,102

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Fri 12/5

4:32 pm-11:50 am

2 stops36h 18m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/10

5:15 pm-9:48 pm

2 stops35h 33m

$1,117

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Philadelphia to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,673). 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 PHL to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 September 25, 2025.

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

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 September 25, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Qatar Airways, and United Airlines from Philadelphia to South Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,633 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,399 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to South Africa from Philadelphia, you will be flying from Philadelphia, which is the city’s only airport. Philadelphia (PHL) is located 7.0 mi from the center of Philadelphia.

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

    Qatar Airways, United Airlines, and Delta can get you from Philadelphia to South Africa in just under 22h 48m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h 47m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7846 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Philadelphia to South Africa?

    While some choose either Philadelphia - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Philadelphia - Durban King Shaka Intl, Philadelphia - Cape Town Intl is the most popular route from Philadelphia to South Africa.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Philadelphia to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,673). 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 5 airlines flying from Philadelphia to South Africa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 September 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$813Average$1,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$894Average$1,327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$947Average$1,508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,084Average$1,406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,188Average$1,572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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