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$1,031+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to South Africa

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CMH — JNB
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$1,031
(American Airlines)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,935
From Columbus to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 20, 2025.

This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/165:07 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops59h 48mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/235:00 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops24h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/19$1,179
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/304:08 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops33h 57mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/48:45 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops28h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/20$1,184
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 11/192:35 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops36h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/1410:00 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops28h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$1,191
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 11/264:14 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops32h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/217:35 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops29h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$1,197
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/157:17 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops33h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/216:55 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops28h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/20$1,222
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/166:10 amCMH - JNB
2 stops24h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/232:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops29h 33mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/19$1,224
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 11/197:27 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops31h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/1410:00 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops31h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$1,229
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/158:09 amCMH - CPT
3 stops47h 36mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/212:30 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops34h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/20$1,236
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/306:20 pmCMH - CPT
3 stops61h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/42:25 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops34h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$1,242
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 10/317:03 amCMH - CPT
3 stops48h 32mKenya Airways
Wed 12/311:25 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops43h 14mKenya Airways
Deal found 8/18$1,295
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/188:20 amCMH - JNB
2 stops42h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/259:50 amJNB - CMH
2 stops43h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$1,300
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/206:10 amCMH - JNB
3 stops38h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/142:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops30h 38mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/19$1,311

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 August 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to South Africa that are best for you.

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Columbus

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South Africa

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ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Mon 1/5

8:17 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops32h 53m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/19

8:35 pm-7:27 pm

2 stops29h 52m

$1,031

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Sat 1/3

8:17 pm-8:05 am

2 stops28h 48m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/16

8:50 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$1,119

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Tue 9/16

5:07 pm-10:55 am

2 stops59h 48m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/23

5:00 pm-11:47 am

2 stops24h 47m

$1,179

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Thu 10/30

4:08 pm-8:05 am

2 stops33h 57m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/4

8:45 pm-6:22 pm

2 stops28h 37m

$1,184

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 11/19

2:35 pm-10:25 am

2 stops36h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/14

10:00 pm-7:27 pm

2 stops28h 27m

$1,191

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Thu 11/20

6:02 pm-10:25 am

2 stops33h 23m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/14

10:00 pm-9:44 pm

2 stops30h 44m

$1,191

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 11/26

4:14 pm-7:35 am

2 stops32h 21m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/21

7:35 pm-6:32 pm

2 stops29h 57m

$1,197

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Mon 9/15

7:17 pm-11:00 am

2 stops33h 43m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/21

6:55 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops28h 30m

$1,222

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Tue 9/16

6:10 am-1:05 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/23

2:30 pm-2:03 pm

3 stops29h 33m

$1,224

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Thu 11/20

8:17 pm-10:25 am

2 stops31h 08m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/13

10:00 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops31h 45m

$1,229

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 8/18

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to South Africa

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Columbus Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,668). 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 CMH to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 August 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Columbus Airport 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 August 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus Airport to South Africa, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
7,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
8,928 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
7,982 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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!
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
836 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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!
Kenya Airways
6.9
Okay
278 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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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  • How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to South Africa?

    A quick flight from Columbus Airport to South Africa can take about 32h 53m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,031. The distance between Columbus Airport and South Africa is about 8221 mi.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Columbus Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,668). 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 Columbus to South Africa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 August 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$906Average$1,757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$923Average$1,347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,133Average$1,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,210Average$1,569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$1,427Average$1,871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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