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$816+ Cheap flights from St. Louis (STL) 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 3/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
STL — JNB
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Wed 2/25
Wed 3/4
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Cheap flight deals from St. Louis to South Africa

Cheapest flights from St. Louis to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from St. Louis to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 26, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Wed 2/41:15 pm
STL
-
CPT
2 stops20h 45m
United Airlines
Sun 2/88:50 pm
CPT
-
STL
2 stops23h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/25$1,199
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1011:46 am
STL
-
JNB
2 stops36h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1710:00 pm
JNB
-
STL
2 stops31h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$1,230
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Tue 9/157:45 pm
STL
-
JNB
2 stops30h 15m
Qatar Airways
Fri 9/252:45 pm
JNB
-
STL
2 stops30h 14m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/24$1,245
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Mon 4/209:37 am
STL
-
JNB
2 stops40h 13m
Qatar Airways
Thu 5/142:45 pm
JNB
-
STL
2 stops35h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/25$1,293
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Sun 4/197:12 am
STL
-
JNB
2 stops49h 38m
Qatar Airways
Mon 4/272:45 pm
JNB
-
STL
2 stops35h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/26$1,296
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/226:11 pm
STL
-
JNB
2 stops38h 39m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/152:45 pm
JNB
-
STL
2 stops33h 36m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/25$1,298
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Thu 4/2312:27 pm
STL
-
JNB
2 stops37h 23m
Qatar Airways
Mon 5/182:45 pm
JNB
-
STL
2 stops33h 36m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/25$1,329
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Sat 4/186:11 pm
STL
-
JNB
2 stops38h 39m
Qatar Airways
Wed 5/132:45 pm
JNB
-
STL
2 stops33h 36m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/25$1,333
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Sun 4/197:12 am
STL
-
JNB
2 stops42h 38m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/152:45 pm
JNB
-
STL
2 stops39h 19m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/25$1,336
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/226:11 pm
STL
-
JNB
2 stops38h 39m
Qatar Airways
Sat 5/162:45 pm
JNB
-
STL
2 stops33h 36m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/25$1,338
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Fri 2/136:50 pm
STL
-
JNB
2 stops29h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 2/161:45 pm
JNB
-
STL
2 stops37h 44m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/24$1,352
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Mon 3/166:50 pm
STL
-
JNB
2 stops38h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 4/22:45 pm
JNB
-
STL
2 stops35h 44m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/25$1,361

Find flight deals from St. Louis to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for St. Louis to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated January 26, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,293
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$816
(SmartFares)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,448
From Lambert-St Louis to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($231 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from St. Louis 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 January 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from St. Louis to South Africa that are best for you.

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St. LouisJohannesburg

STL - JNB

STLJNB

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 4/21

6:11 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops38h 39m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/12

2:45 pm-11:04 pm

2 stops39h 19m

$1,329

St. LouisJohannesburg

STL - JNB

STLJNB

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 4/20

6:11 pm-8:50 am

2 stops31h 39m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/12

2:45 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops35h 45m

$1,329

St. LouisJohannesburg

STL - JNB

STLJNB

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 4/23

12:27 pm-8:50 am

2 stops37h 23m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/14

2:45 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops35h 45m

$1,329

St. LouisJohannesburg

STL - JNB

STLJNB

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 4/22

6:11 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops38h 39m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/18

2:45 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops35h 45m

$1,329

St. LouisJohannesburg

STL - JNB

STLJNB

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 4/18

6:11 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops38h 39m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/13

2:45 pm-5:21 pm

2 stops33h 36m

$1,333

St. LouisJohannesburg

STL - JNB

STLJNB

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 3/16

6:50 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops38h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/2

2:45 pm-7:29 pm

2 stops35h 44m

$1,361

St. LouisJohannesburg

STL - JNB

STLJNB

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 4/18

6:11 pm-8:50 am

2 stops31h 39m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/12

2:45 pm-11:04 pm

2 stops39h 19m

$1,369

St. LouisJohannesburg

STL - JNB

STLJNB

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 4/17

7:12 am-8:50 am

2 stops42h 38m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/14

2:45 pm-5:21 pm

2 stops33h 36m

$1,376

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 3/12

8:30 am-3:05 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/19

8:50 pm-10:44 am

1 stop20h 54m

$1,395

St. LouisJohannesburg

STL - JNB

STLJNB

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 4/17

7:12 am-8:50 am

2 stops42h 38m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/17

8:40 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops29h 50m

$1,416

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Best time to book a flight from St. Louis to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from St. Louis to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from St. Louis to South Africa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to South Africa (average of $964). Flying from St. Louis to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,496). 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 January 26, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from St. Louis to South Africa. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,199 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,189 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to South Africa?

    If you book a flight to South Africa from St. Louis, you will be flying from Lambert-St Louis, which is the city’s only airport. Lambert-St Louis (STL) is located 12.7 mi from the center of St. Louis.

  • How long is the flight from St. Louis to South Africa?

    Departing from St. Louis to South Africa will take you 23h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8566 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from St. Louis to South Africa?

    While some choose either Lambert-St Louis - Cape Town Intl or Lambert-St Louis - Sun City Resort Pilansberg, Lambert-St Louis - Johannesburg OR Tambo is the most popular route from St. Louis to South Africa.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from St. Louis to South Africa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from St. Louis to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to South Africa (average of $964). Flying from St. Louis to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,496). 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 3 airlines flying from St. Louis to South Africa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from St. Louis 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 January 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,065Average$1,386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,080Average$1,565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,370Average$1,597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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