South Africa

$678+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to South Africa

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RDU — JNB
Mar 6 — Mar 131
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to South Africa

Cheapest flights from Raleigh to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 4, 2026.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Thu 2/52:51 pm
RDU
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JNB
3 stops30h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/102:30 pm
JNB
-
RDU
3 stops30h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,133
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Thu 2/56:18 am
RDU
-
JNB
2 stops23h 47m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 2/102:30 pm
JNB
-
RDU
3 stops30h 36m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/3$1,138
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/56:18 am
RDU
-
JNB
2 stops23h 47m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 2/182:30 pm
JNB
-
RDU
3 stops30h 33m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2$1,139
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Mon 10/192:50 pm
RDU
-
JNB
2 stops40h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 10/262:30 pm
JNB
-
RDU
3 stops29h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/3$1,141
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Tue 5/56:21 am
RDU
-
JNB
2 stops27h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/265:00 pm
JNB
-
RDU
2 stops28h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,181
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 10/276:59 pm
RDU
-
CPT
3 stops60h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/32:25 pm
CPT
-
RDU
3 stops30h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,183
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/66:18 am
RDU
-
JNB
2 stops23h 47m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 2/182:30 pm
JNB
-
RDU
3 stops30h 33m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2$1,184
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/196:15 am
RDU
-
JNB
2 stops23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/2611:00 pm
JNB
-
RDU
3 stops42h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$1,185
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/52:51 pm
RDU
-
JNB
3 stops30h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/192:30 pm
JNB
-
RDU
3 stops30h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,189
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/66:18 am
RDU
-
JNB
2 stops23h 47m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 2/811:00 pm
JNB
-
RDU
3 stops46h 06m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2$1,190
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Tue 10/276:00 am
RDU
-
CPT
2 stops26h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 11/31:50 pm
CPT
-
RDU
3 stops31h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/3$1,192
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/286:15 am
RDU
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JNB
2 stops23h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 3/212:30 pm
JNB
-
RDU
3 stops29h 34m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2$1,193

Find flight deals from Raleigh to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Raleigh to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated February 4, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,103
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$678
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,382
From Raleigh-Durham to South Africa
One-way flight from Raleigh-Durham to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($68 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($35 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to South Africa that are best for you.

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RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/18

6:15 am-1:05 pm

2 stops23h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/25

11:00 pm-11:52 pm

3 stops31h 52m

$1,134

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/18

6:13 am-1:05 pm

2 stops24h 52m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/22

2:30 pm-2:04 pm

3 stops29h 34m

$1,184

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/5

3:18 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop20h 57m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/12

9:30 pm-6:54 pm

1 stop27h 24m

$1,195

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/5

1:01 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops23h 14m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/12

9:30 pm-11:32 pm

2 stops32h 02m

$1,199

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/28

6:15 am-3:55 am

3 stops38h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/21

2:30 pm-2:04 pm

3 stops29h 34m

$1,199

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 2/27

6:15 am-1:05 pm

2 stops23h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/8

11:00 pm-2:04 pm

3 stops45h 04m

$1,230

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/12

6:00 am-2:35 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/22

1:50 pm-2:01 pm

3 stops30h 11m

$1,245

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 2/27

10:00 am-12:25 am

2 stops31h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/5

5:00 pm-2:19 pm

2 stops28h 19m

$1,258

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 2/27

6:15 am-1:05 pm

2 stops23h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/5

11:00 pm-11:52 pm

3 stops31h 52m

$1,259

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/5

7:05 am-3:50 pm

2 stops26h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/28

12:10 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops32h 30m

$1,263

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to South Africa (average of $179). Flying from Raleigh to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,360). 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 4, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Qatar Airways, and United Airlines from Raleigh 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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

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 Raleigh to South Africa?

    Raleigh-Durham (RDU), located 11.1 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Raleigh to South Africa.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Raleigh to South Africa in 20h 57m. Fly via Ethiopian Air, Virgin Atlantic, or Delta to get the fastest option. Raleigh and South Africa are separated by a distance of 7902 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Raleigh to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $706. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Raleigh to South Africa for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Raleigh to South Africa?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to South Africa (average of $179). Flying from Raleigh to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,360). 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 Raleigh to South Africa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,015Average$1,370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,071Average$1,240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$1,191Average$1,679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,212Average$1,551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,647Average$1,971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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