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$694+ 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 1/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — JNB
Nov 21 — Nov 281
Fri 11/21
Fri 11/28
1 adult, Economy
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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 22, 2025.

This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/95:45 pmPDX - JNB
1 stop27h 50mBritish Airways
Sat 11/2210:00 pmJNB - PDX
1 stop27h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/21$1,224
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Sun 11/911:59 pmPDX - JNB
2 stops45h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/227:35 pmJNB - PDX
1 stop30h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/20$1,251
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/98:30 amPDX - JNB
2 stops24h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/2210:00 pmJNB - PDX
3 stops34h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/20$1,321
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Fri 12/193:00 pmPDX - CPT
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/37:00 pmCPT - PDX
1 stop30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$1,355
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Fri 12/1911:53 amPDX - CPT
2 stops34h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/310:10 pmCPT - PDX
2 stops33h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/21$1,366
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Fri 12/55:45 pmPDX - JNB
1 stop30h 40mBritish Airways
Fri 12/127:35 pmJNB - PDX
2 stops33h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/21$1,377
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 12/41:28 pmPDX - CPT
2 stops34h 52mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/1110:10 pmCPT - PDX
2 stops31h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/20$1,412
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/812:35 amPDX - JNB
2 stops35h 30mDelta
Sat 11/227:20 pmJNB - PDX
2 stops30h 46mDelta
Deal found 10/20$1,415
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Thu 11/206:29 amPDX - JNB
2 stops29h 36mKLM
Thu 11/2711:59 pmJNB - PDX
2 stops32h 06mKLM
Deal found 10/21$1,435
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Fri 12/51:34 pmPDX - JNB
2 stops33h 06mQatar Airways
Fri 12/121:45 pmJNB - PDX
2 stops38h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/21$1,436
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Tue 10/211:25 pmPDX - CPT
2 stops36h 25mQatar Airways
Sat 11/812:35 pmCPT - PDX
2 stops39h 12mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/21$1,470
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/41:34 pmPDX - CPT
2 stops41h 51mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/1112:35 pmCPT - PDX
2 stops38h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$1,473

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 October 22, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,222
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$694
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,622
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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 October 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to South Africa that are best for you.

Fly from

Portland

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South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Mon 3/9

6:45 pm-10:25 am

1 stop30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/15

7:35 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop30h 20m

$1,222

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Sat 3/7

7:58 am-10:25 am

2 stops40h 27m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/17

7:35 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop30h 20m

$1,222

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Fri 3/6

5:45 pm-10:25 am

1 stop30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/15

10:00 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop27h 55m

$1,222

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Sun 11/9

5:45 pm-7:35 am

1 stop27h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/22

10:00 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop27h 55m

$1,224

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Tue 3/10

3:50 pm-7:35 am

2 stops30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/16

10:00 pm-8:24 pm

2 stops31h 24m

$1,228

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Thu 3/12

3:50 pm-10:25 am

2 stops33h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/16

10:00 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops31h 40m

$1,237

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Thu 3/5

12:02 pm-7:35 am

2 stops33h 33m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/14

10:00 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop27h 55m

$1,247

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Sun 11/9

1:47 pm-7:35 am

2 stops31h 48m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/22

10:00 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops33h 20m

$1,304

PortlandCape Town

PDX - CPT

PDXCPT

Portland

Mon 3/9

6:00 am-10:30 am

2 stops43h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/12

12:35 pm-5:59 pm

2 stops38h 24m

$1,318

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Sun 11/9

8:30 am-6:35 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/22

10:00 pm-10:51 pm

3 stops34h 51m

$1,321

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Portland with our price prediction graph.
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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to South Africa (average of $1,037). Flying from Portland to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,508). 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 PDX 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 22, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 29% on flights from Portland to South Africa by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to South Africa. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to South Africa flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 22, 2025.
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
7,979 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,979 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,979 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,404 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,979 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,988 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,979 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,028 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,979 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,466 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,979 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

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 27h 50m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,224. 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 cheapest airlines to fly from Portland to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Portland to South Africa are Qatar Airways ($694), American Airlines ($876), and Delta ($997).

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to South Africa (average of $1,037). Flying from Portland to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,508). 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 October 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,056Average$1,349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,067Average$1,558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,081Average$1,397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,160Average$1,614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$1,170Average$1,673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$1,310Average$1,730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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