$488+ Cheap flights from the United States 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 10/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JNB
Sep 24 — Oct 11
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from USA to South AfricaExplore the most affordable flight options available from USA to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 25, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 25, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/41:45 pm -
1 stop34h 15m
Sat 10/1012:10 am -
2 stops52h 15m
Deal found 8/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$931
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/309:35 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Thu 12/108:20 am -
2 stops30h 40m
Deal found 8/22![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$937
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/210:35 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Sat 10/1710:50 pm -
2 stops40h 05m
Deal found 8/23![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$941
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/910:35 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Sun 9/132:30 pm -
2 stops24h 25m
Deal found 8/24![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$946
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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.
Mon 10/510:35 am -
1 stop27h 35m
Thu 10/158:20 am -
2 stops30h 35m
Deal found 8/21![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$947
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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.
Wed 9/910:35 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Mon 9/1410:50 pm -
2 stops40h 05m
Deal found 8/21![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$949
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 10/210:35 am -
1 stop27h 35m
Thu 10/222:30 pm -
2 stops24h 25m
Deal found 8/21![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$950
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 9/1810:35 am -
1 stop27h 35m
Sat 9/2610:50 pm -
2 stops40h 05m
Deal found 8/21![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$952
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2610:35 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Thu 9/32:30 pm -
2 stops24h 25m
Deal found 8/24![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$955
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/3110:35 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Mon 9/710:50 pm -
2 stops40h 05m
Deal found 8/24![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$956
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/510:15 am -
1 stop25h 35m
Tue 10/208:05 pm -
1 stop27h 05m
Deal found 8/21![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$961
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/55:12 pm -
1 stop18h 38m
Tue 10/208:05 pm -
2 stops44h 07m
Deal found 8/21![Delta logo]()
$973
Best flights from USA to South AfricaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from USA to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 25, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from USA to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 25, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/194:48 pm -
1 stop19h 02m
Mon 10/268:50 pm -
1 stop23h 18m
Deal found 8/21![Delta logo]()
$977
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/129:15 pm -
2 stops23h 40m
Mon 11/1611:00 pm -
2 stops27h 10m
Deal found 8/22![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,131
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/56:00 pm -
2 stops23h 35m
Mon 10/126:10 pm -
2 stops29h 33m
Deal found 8/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,133
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/219:50 pm -
1 stop30h 40m
Wed 11/46:50 pm -
1 stop32h 55m
Deal found 8/23![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,134
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/111:00 am -
2 stops45h 50m
Mon 11/1612:05 pm -
2 stops51h 55m
Deal found 8/21![SAUDIA logo]()
$1,204
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/229:30 pm -
1 stop28h 45m
Mon 10/269:50 am -
1 stop37h 00m
Deal found 8/25![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,349
This Norse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Norse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/96:20 pm -
1 stop21h 50m
Thu 10/1512:10 am -
1 stop21h 45m
Deal found 8/25![Norse Atlantic UK logo]()
$1,367
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1810:20 pm -
2 stops29h 55m
Wed 12/91:25 pm -
1 stop25h 50m
Deal found 8/24![Emirates logo]()
$1,411
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
Mon 9/281:20 am -
1 stop25h 50m
Thu 11/199:25 am -
3 stops29h 35m
Deal found 8/25![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,523
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/117:59 pm -
1 stop37h 21m
Sat 10/247:50 pm -
Nonstop15h 30m
Deal found 8/23![United Airlines logo]()
$1,628
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/146:59 pm -
1 stop18h 41m
Wed 10/289:40 pm -
2 stops31h 01m
Deal found 8/21![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,786
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/133:00 pm -
2 stops24h 25m
Mon 11/238:30 am -
1 stop37h 15m
Deal found 8/25![KLM logo]()
$1,795
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2610:14 am -
1 stop26h 21m
Mon 11/28:50 pm -
1 stop24h 19m
Deal found 8/21![Delta logo]()
$977
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/149:45 pm -
2 stops33h 40m
Mon 9/288:00 am -
1 stop35h 20m
Deal found 8/21![SWISS logo]()
$2,002
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/216:50 pm -
1 stop41h 00m
Thu 10/298:50 pm -
1 stop29h 39m
Deal found 8/21![Delta logo]()
$982
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/55:30 pm -
2 stops34h 55m
Sun 9/275:55 pm -
1 stop32h 10m
Deal found 8/23![Lufthansa logo]()
$2,233
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/307:00 pm -
2 stops38h 50m
Fri 11/61:35 am -
2 stops62h 25m
Deal found 8/24![SAUDIA logo]()
$1,204
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/58:35 am -
1 stop27h 15m
Mon 10/1211:00 pm -
2 stops28h 59m
Deal found 8/21![Delta logo]()
$1,017
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/179:50 pm -
1 stop30h 10m
Sun 11/296:50 pm -
1 stop31h 55m
Deal found 8/23![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,269
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/161:45 pm -
2 stops41h 50m
Sat 10/312:00 pm -
2 stops47h 35m
Deal found 8/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,310
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/69:45 pm -
2 stops24h 10m
Wed 10/142:00 am -
3 stops47h 45m
Deal found 8/22![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,380
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/147:15 am -
2 stops32h 10m
Mon 9/2811:00 pm -
1 stop24h 07m
Deal found 8/21![Delta logo]()
$1,048
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1911:20 am -
1 stop22h 55m
Fri 12/111:25 pm -
1 stop31h 30m
Deal found 8/23![Emirates logo]()
$1,411
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1912:50 pm -
1 stop26h 35m
Wed 12/212:20 am -
1 stop25h 00m
Deal found 8/25![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,385
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/89:00 pm -
1 stop30h 30m
Sun 11/1512:35 pm -
1 stop33h 25m
Deal found 8/24![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,531
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/211:00 pm -
2 stops34h 50m
Sun 9/2711:15 pm -
1 stop21h 20m
Deal found 8/21![Delta logo]()
$1,049
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1911:55 pm -
2 stops28h 20m
Mon 12/710:20 pm -
2 stops29h 50m
Deal found 8/24![Emirates logo]()
$1,411
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/73:10 pm -
2 stops46h 35m
Fri 9/185:25 pm -
2 stops46h 20m
Deal found 8/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,455
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/247:00 pm -
2 stops38h 50m
Sat 10/312:10 pm -
2 stops32h 35m
Deal found 8/22![SAUDIA logo]()
$1,479
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/129:42 pm -
1 stop35h 28m
Thu 2/258:50 pm -
Nonstop16h 00m
Deal found 8/23![United Airlines logo]()
$1,628
Last-minute flights from USA to South AfricaDiscover last-minute flight deals from USA to South Africa. Data last updated August 25, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from USA to South Africa. Data last updated August 25, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2610:35 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Thu 9/32:30 pm -
2 stops24h 25m
Deal found 8/24![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$955
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2610:35 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Mon 9/710:50 pm -
2 stops40h 05m
Deal found 8/25![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$957
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2610:35 am -
1 stop27h 35m
Sun 8/308:20 am -
2 stops30h 35m
Deal found 8/24![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$958
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/3110:35 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Mon 9/710:50 pm -
2 stops40h 05m
Deal found 8/24![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$956
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/710:35 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Sat 9/1910:50 pm -
2 stops40h 05m
Deal found 8/25![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$960
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/710:35 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Tue 9/222:30 pm -
2 stops24h 25m
Deal found 8/25![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$963
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/910:35 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Sun 9/132:30 pm -
2 stops24h 25m
Deal found 8/24![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$946
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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.
Wed 9/910:35 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Mon 9/1410:50 pm -
2 stops40h 05m
Deal found 8/21![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$949
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/96:25 pm -
1 stop21h 00m
Sun 9/2011:15 pm -
1 stop43h 17m
Deal found 8/20![KLM logo]()
$988
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1810:35 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Sat 9/2610:50 pm -
2 stops40h 05m
Deal found 8/23![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$950
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2810:35 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Thu 10/88:20 am -
2 stops30h 35m
Deal found 8/25![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$948
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/296:26 pm -
2 stops65h 24m
Tue 10/68:05 pm -
2 stops33h 11m
Deal found 8/21![Delta logo]()
$982
One-way flights from USA to South AfricaSearch for one-way flight options from USA to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 25, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from USA to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 25, 2026.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/181:45 pm -
1 stop34h 15m
Deal found 8/25![Kenya Airways logo]()
$488
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/31:45 pm -
1 stop25h 20m
Deal found 8/23![Kenya Airways logo]()
$489
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/121:45 pm -
2 stops41h 50m
Deal found 8/25![Kenya Airways logo]()
$494
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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.
Tue 11/101:45 pm -
2 stops40h 50m
Deal found 8/22![Kenya Airways logo]()
$499
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/11:45 pm -
1 stop33h 15m
Deal found 8/24![Kenya Airways logo]()
$504
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected ” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/171:45 pm -
2 stops40h 50m
Deal found 8/24![Kenya Airways logo]()
$514
This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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 Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/41:45 pm -
2 stops40h 50m
Deal found 8/22![Kenya Airways logo]()
$563
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/611:00 pm -
3 stops51h 20m
Deal found 8/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$586
This Air Europa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Air Europa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/1310:05 pm -
1 stop29h 45m
Deal found 8/20![Air Europa logo]()
$629
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/89:30 pm -
1 stop28h 45m
Deal found 8/25![Etihad Airways logo]()
$654
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/166:20 pm -
3 stops56h 00m
Deal found 8/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$661
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/67:00 pm -
3 stops38h 50m
Deal found 8/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$663
Find flight deals from USA to South Africa
Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated August 25, 2026.
Round-trip from | $931 (Kiwi.com) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $488 (oojo) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $1,411 |
Good round-trip deal | $1,660 or less |
Good one-way deal | $1,080 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated August 25, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to South Africa that are best for you.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip
Washington, D.C.Cape Town
IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl
IADCPT
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mon 10/19
4:48 pm-5:50 pm
1 stop19h 02m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 10/26
8:50 pm-2:08 pm
1 stop23h 18m
$977
Washington, D.C.Cape Town
IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl
IADCPT
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mon 10/26
10:14 am-6:35 pm
1 stop26h 21m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 11/2
8:50 pm-2:09 pm
1 stop24h 19m
$977
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Wed 10/21
6:50 pm-5:50 pm
1 stop41h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 10/29
8:50 pm-8:29 pm
1 stop29h 39m
$982
New YorkCape Town
JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl
JFKCPT
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Mon 10/5
8:35 am-5:50 pm
1 stop27h 15m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 10/12
11:00 pm-9:59 pm
2 stops28h 59m
$1,017
New YorkCape Town
JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl
JFKCPT
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Mon 9/14
7:15 am-9:25 pm
2 stops32h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 9/28
11:00 pm-5:07 pm
1 stop24h 07m
$1,048
New YorkCape Town
JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl
JFKCPT
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Mon 9/21
1:00 pm-5:50 am
2 stops34h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 9/27
11:15 pm-2:35 pm
1 stop21h 20m
$1,049
NewarkJohannesburg
EWR Newark - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
EWRJNB
Newark
Thu 11/12
9:15 pm-3:55 am
2 stops23h 40m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 11/16
11:00 pm-7:10 pm
2 stops27h 10m
$1,131
New YorkCape Town
LGA New York LaGuardia - CPT Cape Town Intl
LGACPT
New York LaGuardia
Mon 10/5
6:00 pm-11:35 pm
2 stops23h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 10/12
6:10 pm-5:43 pm
2 stops29h 33m
$1,133
AtlantaJohannesburg
ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
ATLJNB
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Wed 10/21
9:50 pm-10:30 am
1 stop30h 40m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 11/4
6:50 pm-8:45 pm
1 stop32h 55m
$1,134
New YorkJohannesburg
JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
JFKJNB
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sun 11/1
11:00 am-3:50 pm
2 stops45h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 11/16
12:05 pm-9:00 am
2 stops51h 55m
$1,204
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from USA to South Africa?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to South Africa (average of $1,339). Flying from USA to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,855). 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.
How often are flights from the United States to South Africa delayed?
About 26% of weekly flights between United States and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 149 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for the United States to South Africa flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United States to South Africa flights?
Over the last year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 19% of flights being delayed.
How far ahead should I book a flight from USA to South Africa?
The price you pay for your flight from USA to South Africa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 18 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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 August 25, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from the United States to South Africa, such as Delta,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJorge,Aug 2026
TPA - ATL
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJorge,Aug 2026
TPA - ATL
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJorge,Aug 2026
TPA - ATL
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJorge,Aug 2026
TPA - ATL
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJorge,Aug 2026
TPA - ATL
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJorge,Aug 2026
TPA - ATL
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Top 10 airlines flying from USA to South Africa
Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated August 25, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$110 | Average$1,275 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$614 | Average$1,477 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$617 | Average$1,179 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$775 | Average$1,691 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$778 | Average$1,567 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$846 | Average$1,377 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time82% | |
| Cheapest$849 | Average$1,519 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$853 | Average$1,387 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$882 | Average$1,056 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$909 | Average$2,138 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% |
Helpful tips for your next trip to South Africa
Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to South Africa. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
- South African Airways Group is committed to conducting business in the most sustainable way possible. The airline in partnership with Boeing have developed a biofuel program that uses the Solaris strain of tobacco.
- The USA requires its airports to abide by the federal environmental laws and regulations and the National Environmental Policy Act to ensure sustainability. The laws and regulations include airport noise and compatibility planing.
- In keeping with a key strategic goal of Airports Company South Africa to improve sustainability and lessen its environmental effect, O.R. Tambo International Airport is one of four South African airports to receive Airport Carbon Accreditation.