South Africa

$1,356+ Cheap flights from Portland, ME (PWM) to South Africa

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PWM — JNB
Nov 1 — Nov 81
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Round-trip from

$1,356
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,242
From Portland to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($46 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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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 October 2, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 12/2910:19 amPWM - CPT
1 stop22h 51mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/136:45 pmCPT - PWM
2 stops31h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/1$1,662
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 12/2912:36 pmPWM - CPT
2 stops40h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/136:55 pmCPT - PWM
2 stops34h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/2$1,682
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 12/295:36 amPWM - CPT
1 stop30h 39mDelta
Tue 1/139:30 pmCPT - PWM
1 stop31h 29mDelta
Deal found 10/2$1,717
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2912:36 pmPWM - CPT
2 stops38h 54mQatar Airways
Tue 1/139:00 amCPT - PWM
3 stops34h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/2$2,947

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Portland

Fly to

South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandJohannesburg

PWM - JNB

PWMJNB

Portland

Wed 3/4

1:16 pm-10:25 am

2 stops38h 09m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/8

7:35 pm-10:32 pm

2 stops32h 57m

$1,356

PortlandJohannesburg

PWM - JNB

PWMJNB

Portland

Wed 3/4

3:20 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop20h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/8

3:05 pm-10:44 am

2 stops25h 39m

$1,501

PortlandCape Town

PWM - CPT

PWMCPT

Portland

Mon 12/29

10:19 am-4:10 pm

1 stop22h 51m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/13

6:45 pm-6:52 pm

2 stops31h 07m

$1,662

PortlandCape Town

PWM - CPT

PWMCPT

Portland

Mon 12/29

12:36 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops40h 34m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/13

6:55 pm-10:54 pm

2 stops34h 59m

$1,682

PortlandCape Town

PWM - CPT

PWMCPT

Portland

Mon 12/29

5:36 am-7:15 pm

1 stop30h 39m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/13

9:30 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop31h 29m

$1,717

PortlandCape Town

PWM - CPT

PWMCPT

Portland

Sun 3/22

4:00 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/26

7:50 pm-10:48 am

1 stop20h 58m

$1,791

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Deals found on 9/30

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Portland, Maine to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,674). 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 PWM to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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 October 2, 2025.

When flying from Portland, Maine to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 October 2, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines from Portland to South Africa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.

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

    Portland (PWM), located 2.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Portland to South Africa.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Portland, Maine to South Africa in 20h 15m. Fly via American Airlines, United Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance between Portland, Maine and South Africa is about 7844 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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.

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  • 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, Maine to South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Portland, Maine to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,674). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,468Average$1,734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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