South Africa

$991+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) 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 8/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — JNB
Jul 4 — Jul 111
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to South Africa

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

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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.
Do 11/126:39 am
RIC
-
CPT
2 stops44h 51m
Qatar Airways
Fr 12/116:55 pm
CPT
-
RIC
2 stops36h 01m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/31$1,496
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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.
Mi 11/116:39 am
RIC
-
CPT
2 stops44h 51m
Qatar Airways
Fr 12/1112:35 pm
CPT
-
RIC
2 stops42h 21m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/31$1,503
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mo 6/1512:36 pm
RIC
-
CPT
2 stops23h 14m
Delta
So 6/288:05 pm
CPT
-
RIC
2 stops21h 46m
Delta
Deal found 6/1$1,512
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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.
Do 7/28:05 am
RIC
-
CPT
1 stop27h 45m
Delta
Mi 7/811:15 pm
CPT
-
RIC
2 stops28h 39m
Delta
Deal found 6/2$1,557
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mi 6/241:07 pm
RIC
-
CPT
2 stops26h 18m
KLM
Mo 6/2911:15 pm
CPT
-
RIC
2 stops47h 04m
KLM
Deal found 6/1$1,603
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Do 9/1712:37 pm
RIC
-
CPT
2 stops39h 38m
Qatar Airways
Mo 9/217:30 pm
CPT
-
RIC
2 stops32h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/1$1,629
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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.
Mi 11/116:30 am
RIC
-
CPT
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Fr 12/111:50 pm
CPT
-
RIC
3 stops30h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/31$1,763
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sa 7/251:40 pm
RIC
-
CPT
2 stops25h 45m
KLM
Sa 8/811:15 pm
CPT
-
RIC
2 stops30h 10m
KLM
Deal found 6/3$1,768
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sa 7/258:00 am
RIC
-
CPT
1 stop27h 50m
Delta
Sa 8/811:15 pm
CPT
-
RIC
2 stops31h 50m
Delta
Deal found 6/3$1,781
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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.
Mi 11/119:30 am
RIC
-
CPT
1 stop25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fr 12/118:50 pm
CPT
-
RIC
2 stops31h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$1,820

Find flight deals from Richmond to South Africa

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

Round-trip from

$1,496
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$991
(Turkish Airlines)
From Richmond Byrd Intl to South Africa
One-way flight from Richmond Byrd Intl to South Africa

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

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mo 6/15

12:36 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops23h 14m

Cape Town Intl

So 6/28

8:05 pm-11:51 am

2 stops21h 46m

$1,512

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Do 7/2

8:05 am-5:50 pm

1 stop27h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mi 7/8

11:15 pm-9:54 pm

2 stops28h 39m

$1,557

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sa 7/25

8:00 am-5:50 pm

1 stop27h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sa 8/8

11:15 pm-1:05 am

2 stops31h 50m

$1,781

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Do 9/17

3:00 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mo 9/21

7:50 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$1,866
Cheapest one-way

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sa 8/8

2:31 pm-11:50 am

2 stops39h 19m

$991
Quickest one-way

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sa 8/8

2:26 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop21h 24m

$1,348

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Do 6/25

6:30 am-2:10 pm

2 stops25h 40m

$5,255

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Do 6/25

10:50 am-3:20 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$6,889

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Deals found on 6/2

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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 Juni 4, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from Richmond 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.

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond to South Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Richmond to South Africa?

    Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Richmond to South Africa. It is only a 6.9 mi journey to Byrd Intl (RIC) from Richmond’s city center.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Richmond to South Africa in 23h 14m. Fly via Delta to get the fastest option. The distance between Richmond and South Africa is about 7877 mi.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Richmond to South Africa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Richmond 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 Juni 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$979Average$1,761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,323Average$1,862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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