Cheap flights from USA to South Africa

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From USA to South Africa

Are flight prices decreasing from USA to South Africa due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both USA and South Africa for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

What safety measures are being taken by airlines flying from United States to South Africa to control the spread of COVID-19?

Delta, Etihad Airways, and JetBlue are some of the many airlines that have implemented additional safety measures to control the spread of COVID-19. New policies for travelers booking flights from United States to South Africa include masks being provided and required on board, daily cleaning and sanitization, use of HEPA filters, pre-flight testing for antibodies and symptoms, and socially distanced seating (for a limited time). Keep in mind that policies will vary by airline.

Which airlines flying from United States to South Africa have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Some of the carriers operating flights from United States to South Africa that may be offering flexible cancellation policies are Delta, British Airways, and Qatar Airways. Our site will let you filter for all airlines offering greater flexibility due to COVID-19.

Can I find flights from USA to South Africa for under $600 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from USA to South Africa for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Kenya Airways for just $596, but on average you can expect to pay $636.

Are there nonstop flights from USA to South Africa for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from USA to South Africa under $1,100. A good price for a nonstop flight from USA to South Africa is less than $1,745.

Are there last-minute flights available from USA to South Africa for under $800?

There are currently 20+ open flights from USA to South Africa within the next 7 days for less than $800.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from USA to South Africa?

Consider Major Airline, American Airlines or Air Canada when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from USA to South Africa.

What are the most popular routes from USA to South Africa?

Most travelers choose New York John F Kennedy Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Cape Town Intl or Los Angeles - Sun City Pilansberg when deciding on the best route from USA to South Africa.

What are the cheapest Flights from USA to South Africa?

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $599. While the most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo) can be booked for $715 on average our data indicates $1,225 when flying from USA to South Africa

How long is the flight from USA to South Africa?

Airlines like Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways, and Turkish Airlines fly from USA to South Africa in about 17h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 05m. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from USA to South Africa round-trip?

Our cheapest airline available from USA to South Africa is Kenya Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $596 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Ethiopian Air, starting at $664.

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

The cheapest airline one-way is Kenya Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $303. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and British Airways, as they are both options that can get you from USA to South Africa for a low price.