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$745+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) 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 3/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — JNB
Feb 7 — Feb 141
Sat 2/7
Sat 2/14
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Cheap flight deals from Portland to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Portland to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated January 8, 2026.

Round-trip from

$982
(Delta)

One-way from

$745
(FlightHub)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,296
From Portland to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Portland to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 8, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 1/2611:59 amPDX - JNB
1 stop21h 01mDelta
Wed 2/119:55 pmJNB - PDX
1 stop31h 21mDelta
Deal found 1/7$982
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 2/151:02 pmPDX - JNB
2 stops43h 58mDelta
Tue 3/39:55 pmJNB - PDX
2 stops29h 38mDelta
Deal found 1/7$1,000
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Wed 2/181:25 pmPDX - JNB
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/17:20 pmJNB - PDX
2 stops30h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,006
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Wed 2/111:25 pmPDX - JNB
1 stop22h 40mKLM
Tue 2/2411:59 pmJNB - PDX
2 stops30h 31mKLM
Deal found 1/7$1,007
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/185:10 pmPDX - JNB
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/211:59 pmJNB - PDX
2 stops32h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,011
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Wed 1/281:25 pmPDX - JNB
1 stop22h 40mDelta
Tue 2/109:55 pmJNB - PDX
1 stop31h 18mDelta
Deal found 1/7$1,020
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 2/96:50 amPDX - JNB
1 stop26h 10mDelta
Mon 2/237:20 pmJNB - PDX
2 stops29h 51mDelta
Deal found 1/7$1,024
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 2/85:15 pmPDX - JNB
2 stops39h 45mDelta
Mon 2/237:20 pmJNB - PDX
2 stops32h 13mDelta
Deal found 1/7$1,028
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 2/85:15 pmPDX - JNB
2 stops39h 45mDelta
Sun 2/2211:59 pmJNB - PDX
2 stops30h 31mDelta
Deal found 1/7$1,029
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 2/19:45 pmPDX - JNB
1 stop35h 15mDelta
Mon 2/97:20 pmJNB - PDX
2 stops32h 15mDelta
Deal found 1/7$1,031
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Thu 1/2911:59 amPDX - JNB
1 stop21h 01mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 2/109:55 pmJNB - PDX
1 stop31h 18mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/7$1,032
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Wed 4/151:14 pmPDX - CPT
2 stops36h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/206:50 pmCPT - PDX
1 stop31h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,228

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland 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 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to South Africa that are best for you.

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Portland

Fly to

South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Tue 2/17

9:20 am-7:00 pm

2 stops23h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

9:55 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops33h 00m

$987

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Wed 2/11

1:25 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop22h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/23

11:59 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops30h 31m

$1,007

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Sun 2/8

5:15 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops39h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/23

7:20 pm-5:33 pm

2 stops32h 13m

$1,028

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Mon 2/9

6:00 am-7:00 pm

2 stops27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/23

7:20 pm-6:16 pm

2 stops32h 56m

$1,028

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Sat 2/14

6:45 am-7:00 pm

1 stop26h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

9:55 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop34h 13m

$1,032

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Sun 2/15

1:02 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops43h 58m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/2

7:20 pm-4:08 pm

2 stops30h 48m

$1,041

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Fri 2/6

7:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops29h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/16

7:20 pm-7:16 pm

2 stops33h 56m

$1,061

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Wed 2/11

1:25 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop22h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/23

7:20 pm-5:33 pm

2 stops32h 13m

$1,061

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Sun 2/15

1:25 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop22h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/1

11:59 pm-5:33 pm

2 stops27h 34m

$1,062

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Wed 2/11

6:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops30h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/24

11:59 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops30h 31m

$1,066

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to South Africa

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to South Africa (average of $1,020). Flying from Portland to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,484). 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 8, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, KLM, and United Airlines from Portland 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
7.9
Good
8,029 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
8,029 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,029 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,434 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,029 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
9,141 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,029 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,029 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,657 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,029 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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

    Most people fly from Portland (PDX) if they book a flight from Portland to South Africa. Portland is conveniently located just 6.0 mi from Portland’s city center.

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

    A quick flight from Portland to South Africa can take about 22h 40m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,007. There are 10335 mi between Portland and South Africa. 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 Portland to South Africa?

    When deciding which route to take from Portland to South Africa consider Portland - Cape Town Intl, Portland - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Portland - Durban King Shaka Intl as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to South Africa (average of $1,020). Flying from Portland to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,484). 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 6 airlines flying from Portland to South Africa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$778Average$1,324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,037Average$1,520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,143Average$1,433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,160Average$1,575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,284Average$1,666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$1,372Average$1,791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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