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$677+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 3/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — JNB
Mar 17 — Mar 241
Tue 3/17
Tue 3/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to South Africa

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 February 15, 2026.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Fri 5/17:00 am
CMH
-
JNB
2 stops45h 55m
Kenya Airways
Sat 5/161:15 am
JNB
-
CMH
2 stops40h 41m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/11$1,191
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 9/157:00 am
CMH
-
CPT
3 stops48h 35m
Kenya Airways
Tue 9/222:25 pm
CPT
-
CMH
3 stops33h 07m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/12$1,192
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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.
Wed 9/27:00 am
CMH
-
CPT
3 stops48h 35m
Kenya Airways
Wed 9/911:30 pm
CPT
-
CMH
2 stops42h 11m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/14$1,193
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Sat 5/212:37 pm
CMH
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JNB
2 stops64h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/175:00 pm
JNB
-
CMH
2 stops24h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$1,199
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Wed 9/1612:05 pm
CMH
-
CPT
2 stops66h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/2311:30 pm
CPT
-
CMH
2 stops42h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,199
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
Tue 5/197:07 am
CMH
-
JNB
2 stops35h 08m
Kenya Airways
Tue 5/2612:10 pm
JNB
-
CMH
2 stops35h 29m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/13$1,202
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 4/37:10 am
CMH
-
CPT
3 stops48h 25m
Kenya Airways
Tue 4/77:20 am
CPT
-
CMH
2 stops40h 06m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/13$1,219
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 9/37:00 am
CMH
-
CPT
2 stops48h 00m
Kenya Airways
Thu 9/102:25 pm
CPT
-
CMH
3 stops27h 16m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/14$1,220
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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.
Wed 9/25:30 pm
CMH
-
CPT
2 stops61h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/911:30 pm
CPT
-
CMH
2 stops42h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$1,226
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1712:37 pm
CMH
-
CPT
2 stops27h 18m
SAUDIA
Sun 3/229:30 pm
CPT
-
CMH
1 stop20h 34m
SAUDIA
Deal found 2/14$1,238
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 5/197:07 am
CMH
-
JNB
2 stops35h 08m
Kenya Airways
Sun 5/3112:10 pm
JNB
-
CMH
2 stops35h 29m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/13$1,253
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Sun 3/297:10 am
CMH
-
CPT
2 stops40h 50m
Kenya Airways
Sun 4/52:25 pm
CPT
-
CMH
3 stops27h 32m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/12$1,254

Find flight deals from Columbus to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Columbus to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated February 15, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,191
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$677
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,218
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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 February 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to South Africa that are best for you.

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ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Fri 4/3

7:10 am-1:35 pm

3 stops48h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/7

7:20 am-5:26 pm

2 stops40h 06m

$1,219

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Sun 3/29

7:10 am-6:00 am

2 stops40h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/5

2:25 pm-11:57 am

3 stops27h 32m

$1,254

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 2/18

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/22

11:00 pm-1:57 pm

3 stops45h 57m

$1,290

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Wed 2/18

4:37 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop18h 23m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/22

8:50 pm-9:39 am

1 stop19h 49m

$1,325

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Mon 3/30

8:31 am-4:00 am

2 stops37h 29m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/6

2:45 pm-11:10 am

2 stops50h 25m

$1,340

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Sun 3/15

4:40 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/22

6:45 pm-8:56 pm

2 stops56h 11m

$1,350

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Sun 3/29

7:10 am-1:35 pm

3 stops48h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/5

2:25 pm-11:57 am

3 stops27h 32m

$1,351

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Thu 3/26

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/6

2:30 pm-6:41 pm

3 stops34h 11m

$1,360

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Thu 3/26

12:40 pm-3:55 am

2 stops33h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/6

2:45 pm-9:38 pm

2 stops36h 53m

$1,393

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Tue 3/31

6:10 am-2:35 pm

2 stops26h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/7

1:50 pm-2:11 pm

3 stops30h 21m

$1,417

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 2/12

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to South Africa

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to South Africa (average of $1,077). Flying from Columbus Airport to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,468). 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 February 15, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus Airport to South Africa, such as Delta and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,205 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

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
8,205 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,205 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,296 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,205 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

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

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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 18h 23m. Kenya Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,325. The distance between Columbus Airport and South Africa is about 8221 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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?

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

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to South Africa (average of $1,077). Flying from Columbus Airport to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,468). 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 Columbus to South Africa

Discover the top 2 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 February 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,374Average$1,658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,457Average$1,732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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