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$860+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to South Africa

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HOU — JNB
Dec 2 — Dec 91
Tue 12/2
Tue 12/9
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Cheap 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 November 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,162
(Delta)

One-way from

$860
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,342
From Houston Hobby to South Africa
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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 November 2, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Tue 11/256:22 pmHOU - JNB
2 stops29h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/210:00 pmJNB - HOU
2 stops27h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/31$1,260
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2610:40 amHOU - CPT
1 stop24h 35mDelta
Sat 12/68:00 amCPT - HOU
2 stops41h 52mDelta
Deal found 11/2$1,398
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 12/110:40 amHOU - CPT
1 stop24h 35mDelta
Fri 12/129:30 pmCPT - HOU
1 stop28h 03mDelta
Deal found 10/31$1,407
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 11/256:00 amHOU - JNB
1 stop29h 00mDelta
Tue 12/27:20 pmJNB - HOU
2 stops35h 28mDelta
Deal found 10/31$1,495
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/112:15 pmHOU - JNB
2 stops36h 25mQatar Airways
Mon 12/81:45 pmJNB - HOU
2 stops36h 14mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/1$1,790
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 12/154:25 pmHOU - JNB
2 stops31h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/227:35 pmJNB - HOU
2 stops28h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/31$1,985
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 11/32:22 pmHOU - CPT
1 stop20h 53mDelta
Mon 11/109:30 pmCPT - HOU
1 stop23h 58mDelta
Deal found 10/31$2,232
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/46:44 pmHOU - CPT
1 stop40h 31mDelta
Tue 11/119:30 pmCPT - HOU
1 stop23h 58mDelta
Deal found 11/2$2,237
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/68:20 pmHOU - CPT
2 stops37h 05mQatar Airways
Mon 11/107:00 pmCPT - HOU
2 stops30h 54mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/2$2,250
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 11/410:13 amHOU - CPT
2 stops27h 42mDelta
Mon 11/109:30 pmCPT - HOU
1 stop20h 15mDelta
Deal found 10/31$2,274
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 11/36:37 pmHOU - CPT
2 stops31h 53mQatar Airways
Mon 11/107:00 pmCPT - HOU
2 stops30h 54mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/31$2,302
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/306:48 pmHOU - JNB
1 stop40h 12mDelta
Thu 12/119:30 pmJNB - HOU
2 stops44h 04mDelta
Deal found 11/1$2,438

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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 November 2, 2025.
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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Hobby

Fly to

South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonJohannesburg

HOU - JNB

HOUJNB

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/12

5:35 am-7:00 pm

1 stop29h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/21

9:55 pm-4:12 pm

1 stop26h 17m

$1,162

HoustonJohannesburg

HOU - JNB

HOUJNB

Houston Hobby

Thu 3/5

1:00 pm-8:35 am

2 stops35h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/17

10:00 pm-9:46 pm

2 stops30h 46m

$1,235

HoustonJohannesburg

HOU - JNB

HOUJNB

Houston Hobby

Sun 11/30

6:22 pm-7:35 am

2 stops29h 13m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

10:00 pm-5:59 pm

2 stops27h 59m

$1,260

HoustonJohannesburg

HOU - JNB

HOUJNB

Houston Hobby

Sun 3/22

4:31 pm-7:35 am

2 stops32h 04m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/1

7:25 pm-6:01 pm

2 stops29h 36m

$1,260

HoustonJohannesburg

HOU - JNB

HOUJNB

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/25

6:31 pm-7:00 am

2 stops29h 29m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/2

9:15 pm-5:59 pm

2 stops27h 44m

$1,360

HoustonCape Town

HOU - CPT

HOUCPT

Houston Hobby

Wed 11/26

10:40 am-7:15 pm

1 stop24h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 12/6

8:00 am-5:52 pm

2 stops41h 52m

$1,398

HoustonCape Town

HOU - CPT

HOUCPT

Houston Hobby

Mon 12/1

10:40 am-7:15 pm

1 stop24h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/12

9:30 pm-5:33 pm

1 stop28h 03m

$1,407

HoustonJohannesburg

HOU - JNB

HOUJNB

Houston Hobby

Sun 3/22

6:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops33h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/1

9:55 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop21h 26m

$1,420

HoustonJohannesburg

HOU - JNB

HOUJNB

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/7

5:04 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop17h 56m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/21

9:55 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop22h 26m

$1,457

HoustonJohannesburg

HOU - JNB

HOUJNB

Houston Hobby

Tue 11/25

6:00 am-7:00 pm

1 stop29h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/2

7:20 pm-10:48 pm

2 stops35h 28m

$1,495

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to South Africa (average of $712). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,352). 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 HOU to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby 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 November 2, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Houston Hobby Airport to South Africa in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 9% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Hobby to South Africa. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston Hobby Airport to South Africa flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 November 2, 2025.
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
7,997 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Lane,Nov 2025

MEM - ATL

The crew was very friendly, but they only came around and offered the better Delta Comfort snacks one time. I thought they would come around more frequently on a 5 hour flight. They did do two beverage services though, which was nice.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,997 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,997 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Lane,Nov 2025

MEM - ATL

The crew was very friendly, but they only came around and offered the better Delta Comfort snacks one time. I thought they would come around more frequently on a 5 hour flight. They did do two beverage services though, which was nice.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,661 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,997 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Lane,Nov 2025

MEM - ATL

The crew was very friendly, but they only came around and offered the better Delta Comfort snacks one time. I thought they would come around more frequently on a 5 hour flight. They did do two beverage services though, which was nice.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,993 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,997 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Lane,Nov 2025

MEM - ATL

The crew was very friendly, but they only came around and offered the better Delta Comfort snacks one time. I thought they would come around more frequently on a 5 hour flight. They did do two beverage services though, which was nice.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,037 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,997 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Lane,Nov 2025

MEM - ATL

The crew was very friendly, but they only came around and offered the better Delta Comfort snacks one time. I thought they would come around more frequently on a 5 hour flight. They did do two beverage services though, which was nice.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,494 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,997 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Lane,Nov 2025

MEM - ATL

The crew was very friendly, but they only came around and offered the better Delta Comfort snacks one time. I thought they would come around more frequently on a 5 hour flight. They did do two beverage services though, which was nice.

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 Delta and American Airlines fly from Houston Hobby Airport to South Africa in about 29h 13m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12m. 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 Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $860. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and British Airways, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to South Africa (average of $712). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,352). 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 6 airlines flying from Hobby to South Africa

Discover the top 6 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 November 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$774Average$1,767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$831Average$1,003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$976Average$1,238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,002Average$1,341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,060Average$1,452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,239Average$1,766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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