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$1,356+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to South Africa

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RIC — JNB
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to South Africa

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Round-trip from

$1,497
(Travelwings)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,650
From Richmond Byrd Intl to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 27% potential increase in price ($762 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($113 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 July 31, 2025.

This Travelwings deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Travelwings is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1312:04 pmRIC - CPT
2 stops27h 21mKLM
Sat 9/2011:15 pmCPT - RIC
2 stops46h 57mKLM
Deal found 7/30$1,497
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/1310:06 amRIC - CPT
1 stop25h 44mDelta
Sat 9/2011:15 pmCPT - RIC
2 stops29h 17mDelta
Deal found 7/30$1,562
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1311:51 amRIC - CPT
2 stops40h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/201:05 pmCPT - RIC
3 stops39h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$2,003
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sat 8/28:15 pmRIC - CPT
2 stops32h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/46:55 pmCPT - RIC
2 stops30h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$2,040
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sat 8/23:07 pmRIC - CPT
1 stop18h 13mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/47:50 pmCPT - RIC
2 stops31h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$2,175

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RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 9/13

12:04 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops27h 21m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/20

11:15 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops46h 57m

$1,497

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 9/13

10:06 am-5:50 pm

1 stop25h 44m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/20

11:15 pm-10:32 pm

2 stops29h 17m

$1,562

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 9/13

11:51 am-10:50 am

2 stops40h 59m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/20

1:05 pm-10:55 pm

3 stops39h 50m

$2,003

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 1/21

6:12 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops58h 58m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/3

8:55 pm-4:49 pm

2 stops26h 54m

$5,337

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 1/21

6:00 am-1:35 pm

3 stops48h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/3

7:20 am-11:04 am

2 stops34h 44m

$6,166

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 1/21

6:30 am-6:00 pm

2 stops28h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/3

8:50 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$6,875

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Deals found on 7/30

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Richmond to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,675). 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 RIC to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond 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 July 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Richmond to South Africa as you normally would.

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 July 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM, and United 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Kenya Airways
6.9
Okay
274 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
British Airways
6.6
Okay
7,217 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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  • 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.

  • 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?

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  • 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.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Richmond to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,675). 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 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,091Average$1,970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,327Average$1,812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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