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$440+ Cheap flights from the United States to South Africa

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Cheap 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$929
(IEagle)

One-way from

$440
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,621

Good round-trip deal

$1,335 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,031 or less
From USA to South Africa
One-way flight from USA to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($47 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($35 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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Cheapest flights from USA to South Africa
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 July 3, 2025.

This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/139:15 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air
Mon 11/1710:50 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops27h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/2$929
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/110:00 pmATL - JNB
1 stop28h 20mEtihad Airways
Sun 10/129:50 amJNB - ATL
1 stop36h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/2$955
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2612:30 amEWR - CPT
1 stop29h 20mTurkish Airlines
Tue 9/164:35 pmCPT - EWR
1 stop36h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/1$961
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/149:45 pmATL - JNB
1 stop30h 50mTurkish Airlines
Fri 10/35:55 pmJNB - ATL
1 stop31h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/1$966
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/78:05 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop24h 50mQatar Airways
Fri 11/1412:45 pmJNB - IAD
1 stop34h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/2$991
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/111:30 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/2812:20 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$993
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2810:05 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop28h 15mEtihad Airways
Sat 9/69:50 amJNB - IAD
1 stop36h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/3$994
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/110:35 amATL - JNB
1 stop20h 30mEthiopian Air
Sun 10/192:30 pmJNB - ATL
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/3$995
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2311:00 amDCA - JNB
2 stops40h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/77:35 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops32h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$996
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/179:50 pmIAD - JNB
2 stops24h 05mEthiopian Air
Sun 9/282:30 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/2$997
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/65:00 pmDCA - JNB
2 stops22h 20mKLM
Tue 10/2111:15 pmJNB - DCA
2 stops24h 12mKLM
Deal found 7/2$999
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Mon 10/69:35 pmIAD - JNB
1 stop28h 55mKLM
Tue 10/2111:15 pmJNB - IAD
2 stops23h 16mKLM
Deal found 7/1$1,005

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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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USA

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South Africa

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Return

Price

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 11/13

9:15 pm-3:55 am

2 stops23h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/17

10:50 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops27h 25m

$929

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL - JNB

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 10/1

10:00 pm-8:20 am

1 stop28h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/12

9:50 am-4:20 pm

1 stop36h 30m

$955

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Tue 8/26

12:30 am-11:50 am

1 stop29h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/16

4:35 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop36h 00m

$961

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL - JNB

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 9/14

9:45 pm-10:35 am

1 stop30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/3

5:55 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$966

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/7

8:05 pm-3:55 am

1 stop24h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/14

12:45 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop34h 10m

$991

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/11

1:30 pm-10:35 am

1 stop39h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/28

12:20 pm-11:45 am

2 stops29h 25m

$993

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/28

10:05 pm-8:20 am

1 stop28h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/6

9:50 am-4:10 pm

1 stop36h 20m

$994

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL - JNB

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 10/1

10:35 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/19

2:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

$995

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

DCA - JNB

DCAJNB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/23

11:00 am-9:20 am

2 stops40h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/7

7:35 pm-9:51 pm

2 stops32h 16m

$996

Washington, D.C.Johannesburg

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/17

9:50 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/28

2:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

$997

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Best time to book a flight from USA to South Africa

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from USA to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,689). 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 US to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 3, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from USA 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 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from the United States to South Africa, such as Singapore Airlines, Delta, and KLM. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from USA to South Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • Are there alternative sustainable transit options?

    Since there is no direct connection between the USA and South Africa you can opt to use a combination of train and a flight to cover this route. A shorter flight is more sustainable than a long one directly from the USA to South Africa. You can take a train from a station in your location to Washington Union Station with a change or two. From here you can take another train by subway to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

  • What are some sustainable traveler practices?

    Since a good amount of a plane’s total carbon emission is accounted for by takeoff and landing, we recommend that those traveling from the USA to South Africa avoid connecting flights. Direct flights from the departure to arrival airport do not require any stopovers or changes, therefore reducing the number of takeoffs and landings. Pack light when traveling and opt to rent bulky items because the heavier the plane, the more the fuel consumed and therefore the bigger the carbon footprint. You can also fly economy. Business class have more space per person which translates to a higher carbon footprint.

  • Can I rent a sustainable car in South Africa?

    There’s no better place to start your journey into South Africa than from the airport’s car rental facility offering a wide range of vehicles. You can find the car rental company offices at the north end of the car rental car park. However, you should consider finding sustainable car rentals. At the car rental facilities there are agencies that are committed to ensuring that their vehicles are fuel-efficient in an aim to reduce carbon emissions. Some car rental agencies like Hertz offer green rental car options. Off-site car rental companies like Green Motion Car Rental offer eco-friendly electric and hybrid vehicles.

  • What airports serve the USA to South Africa flights?

    Two of the largest airports offering service to South Africa from the USA are John F. Kennedy Airport and Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. The latter is seven miles from downtown Atlanta. It is the world’s busiest airport in both the number of passengers and flights. There are several places in South Africa to end your flight to South Africa from the USA. O. R. Tambo International Airport is located near Johannesburg and is the busiest airport in Africa with the capacity for 28 million passengers on an annual basis. This airport is a hub for many airlines including South African Airways, South African Express, and FlySafair.

  • Which airlines fly directly from the USA to South Africa?

    There are a few direct, nonstop flights to South Africa from the United States. Hartfield-Jackson Airport offers direct flights into Johannesburg through Delta Air Lines and KLM. Travelers leaving the United States to Johannesburg can take flight from United Airlines and South African Airways. There are also a number of stopover flights into South Africa in other locations. Visitors to Cape Town coming from John F. Kennedy Airport may take flights from South African Airways, Kenya Airways, and Ethiopian Airlines. Cape Town Airport can also be reached from Philadelphia International Airport through Qatar Airways, British Airways, and KLM.

  • What are the stopover options between the USA to South Africa?

    When leaving from Philadelphia Airport, the stopover flights may have a single stop, two stops, or more. Some of the locations where you may stop down may include Hamad International Airport, Logan International Airport, and Amsterdam Airport. Coming out of Los Angeles International Airport into Cape Town may involve stops in Seattle / Tacoma International Airport, Dubai Airport, or Johannesburg Airport. This flight’s tickets are typically less expensive when choosing a longer flight. The flights with more than a single stop also have cheaper prices than those with one stop during the flight.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from the USA to South Africa?

    When entering South Africa from the USA, you will need a passport valid at least 30 days beyond your stay. There is no need to have a visa or a return ticket when traveling by air between these countries.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from USA to South Africa are Turkish Airlines ($440), Egyptair ($480), and Qatar Airways ($514).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA 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 USA to South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from USA to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,689). 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 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapest$480Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$753Average$1,236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$771Average$1,142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$789Average$1,507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
SWISSCheapest$800Average$1,423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
American AirlinesCheapest$814Average$1,304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$848Average$1,097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$857Average$1,331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$897Average$1,725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$903Average$1,652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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.

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