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$843+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) 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 2/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — JNB
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Hobby to South Africa

Cheapest flights from Hobby to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Fri 5/15:23 pm
HOU
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JNB
1 stop19h 17m
Delta
Thu 5/79:55 pm
JNB
-
HOU
1 stop30h 43m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$1,086
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 5/210:46 am
HOU
-
JNB
1 stop25h 54m
Delta
Sun 5/178:25 pm
JNB
-
HOU
2 stops32h 13m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$1,139
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Mon 10/126:17 pm
HOU
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JNB
2 stops29h 43m
American Airlines
Thu 10/2910:00 pm
JNB
-
HOU
2 stops29h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,192
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Thu 6/48:22 pm
HOU
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JNB
2 stops30h 03m
American Airlines
Wed 9/29:15 pm
JNB
-
HOU
2 stops29h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,292
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/245:35 pm
HOU
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JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/318:25 pm
JNB
-
HOU
2 stops26h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,307
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 6/11:00 pm
HOU
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JNB
2 stops25h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/156:00 pm
JNB
-
HOU
2 stops29h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,315
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/35:45 am
HOU
-
CPT
2 stops32h 10m
Delta
Mon 2/239:30 pm
CPT
-
HOU
1 stop20h 31m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$1,417
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 4/1810:46 am
HOU
-
CPT
1 stop24h 04m
Delta
Sun 4/268:05 pm
CPT
-
HOU
1 stop27h 23m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$1,606
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Sun 4/124:19 pm
HOU
-
CPT
2 stops35h 41m
American Airlines
Tue 4/216:50 pm
CPT
-
HOU
2 stops32h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,712
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/35:45 am
HOU
-
CPT
2 stops32h 10m
KLM
Mon 2/2311:45 pm
CPT
-
HOU
2 stops30h 43m
KLM
Deal found 1/26$1,796
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Thu 7/231:00 pm
HOU
-
CPT
1 stop21h 50m
Delta
Tue 8/118:05 pm
CPT
-
HOU
1 stop22h 59m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$1,806
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Thu 7/235:35 pm
HOU
-
CPT
2 stops33h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/118:05 pm
CPT
-
HOU
1 stop27h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,856

Find flight deals from Hobby to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Hobby to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,086
(Delta)

One-way from

$843
(KLM)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,108
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to South Africa that are best for you.

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Return

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HoustonJohannesburg

HOU - JNB

HOUJNB

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/11

11:09 am-10:05 pm

2 stops26h 56m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/14

11:59 pm-9:28 pm

2 stops29h 29m

$1,395

HoustonJohannesburg

HOU - JNB

HOUJNB

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/22

8:21 pm-7:00 am

2 stops27h 39m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/26

7:25 pm-7:51 pm

2 stops31h 26m

$1,408

HoustonCape Town

HOU - CPT

HOUCPT

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/3

5:45 am-9:55 pm

2 stops32h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/23

9:30 pm-10:01 am

1 stop20h 31m

$1,417

HoustonCape Town

HOU - CPT

HOUCPT

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/18

10:46 am-5:50 pm

1 stop24h 04m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/26

8:05 pm-4:28 pm

1 stop27h 23m

$1,606

HoustonJohannesburg

HOU - JNB

HOUJNB

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/16

12:18 pm-3:55 am

2 stops31h 37m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/21

1:45 pm-3:51 pm

2 stops34h 06m

$1,650

HoustonJohannesburg

HOU - JNB

HOUJNB

Houston Hobby

Mon 3/9

8:20 pm-8:40 am

2 stops29h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/15

1:45 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops33h 05m

$1,650

HoustonJohannesburg

HOU - JNB

HOUJNB

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/14

4:21 pm-8:40 am

2 stops32h 19m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/21

12:45 pm-3:51 pm

2 stops35h 06m

$1,650

HoustonJohannesburg

HOU - JNB

HOUJNB

Houston Hobby

Sun 3/8

8:20 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops36h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/14

8:30 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops50h 20m

$1,652

HoustonCape Town

HOU - CPT

HOUCPT

Houston Hobby

Sun 4/12

4:19 pm-11:00 am

2 stops35h 41m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/21

6:50 pm-7:51 pm

2 stops32h 01m

$1,712

HoustonJohannesburg

HOU - JNB

HOUJNB

Houston Hobby

Fri 3/13

11:33 am-7:00 pm

1 stop24h 27m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/20

12:20 pm-10:42 pm

2 stops41h 22m

$1,765

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Best time to book a flight from Hobby to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to South Africa?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to South Africa (average of $771). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,292). 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 29, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston Hobby Airport to South Africa, such as Delta, Qatar Airways, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,125 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

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
8,125 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,125 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,125 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

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
9,215 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,125 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

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.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,207 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,125 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,705 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,125 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

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 Hobby to South Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Houston Hobby Airport to South Africa?

    Airlines like KLM, British Airways, and Delta fly from Houston Hobby Airport to South Africa in about 26h 56m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 14m. The distance between Houston Hobby Airport and South Africa is about 9006 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $499. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Houston Hobby Airport to South Africa for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Houston Hobby Airport to South Africa?

    Most travelers choose Houston Hobby - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Houston Hobby - Sun City Resort Pilansberg or Houston Hobby - Cape Town Intl when deciding on the best route from Houston Hobby Airport to South Africa.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to South Africa?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to South Africa (average of $771). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,292). 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 7 airlines flying from Hobby to South Africa

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$831Average$1,148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,002Average$1,326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,046Average$1,477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
DeltaCheapest$1,058Average$1,678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,181Average$1,658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,237Average$1,519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$1,247Average$1,338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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