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Cheap flights to South Africa from $561 One Way, $210 Round Trip

$210 return flights and $561 one-way flights to South Africa were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Deals For This Weekend's Flights

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBLa MercyMay 15 to May 17$210
JNBHoedspruitMay 17 to May 19$283
JNBGqeberhaMay 16 to May 18$288
CPTGqeberhaMay 15 to May 17$307
JNBCape TownMay 16 to May 18$310
CPTGeorgeMay 15 to May 24$313
JNBEast LondonMay 15 to May 17$335
CPTJohannesburgMay 15 to May 25$466
CPTHoedspruitMay 15 to May 18$569
FCOJohannesburgMay 17 to June 19$748
LGWCape TownMay 16 to May 22$770
LHRJohannesburgMay 17 to May 29$1,022
LHRJohannesburgMay 17 to May 29$1,022
FCOCape TownMay 16 to May 22$1,238
LHRCape TownMay 16 to May 22$1,305
*Prices include taxes and fees

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Score Epic South Africa Accommodation Deals

Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

3 out of 5
Adjoining BP Service & Filling Station Cape Town Western Cape
$53 nightly
The price is $61 total per night from May 17 to May 18
$61 total
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,085 reviews)
The property was perfect for our overnight stay in Cape Town. The room is very tiny but definitely functional and serviceable. The staff at check in was excellent!

Reviewed on May 8, 2026

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Road Lodge Gqeberha

Road Lodge Gqeberha

1 out of 5
Boardwalk Casino and Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Eastern Cape
$39 nightly
The price is $45 total per night from May 16 to May 17
$45 total
May 16 - May 17
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Gqeberha. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (475 reviews)
Welcoming stuff, except for one house keeping member who doesn’t knock and always angry, no smile, nothing.

Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026

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City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

3 out of 5
Above Multi-Storey Parkade 2, Level 5 Kempton Park Gauteng
$158 nightly
The price is $182 total per night from May 20 to May 21
$182 total
May 20 - May 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,924 reviews)
We always stay here overnight on our way from the States. Excellent service and the breakfast and dinner are terrific.

Reviewed on May 7, 2026

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The Commodore Hotel

The Commodore Hotel

4 out of 5
Portswood Road, Portswood Square Cape Town Western Cape
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$170 nightly
The price is $199 total per night from Jun 3 to Jun 4
$199 total
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (985 reviews)
It is a good hotel that we have used before, mainly because of its location in easy walking distance from the V&A Waterfront.

Reviewed on Apr 22, 2026

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our Top South Africa Apartment Hotels

Mandela Rhodes Place Hotel

Mandela Rhodes Place Hotel

4 out of 5
Corner of Burg & Wale Street Cape Town Western Cape
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Long Street and Table ...
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Circa On The Square Hotel

Circa On The Square Hotel

4 out of 5
14 Jetty Street, Roggebaai Cape Town Western Cape
$190 nightly
The price is $218 total per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
$218 total
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Long Street and Table Mountain are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (344 reviews)
Needs renovation

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2024

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Cape Royale Luxury Suites

Cape Royale Luxury Suites

4 out of 5
47 Main Road, Green Point Cape Town Western Cape
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Long Street and Table Mountain are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (534 reviews)
The couch, carpet and chair in the lounge were filthy. The place also smelled like it was standing closed for months. We kept the door open constantly for fresh air. The bathrooms can also do with extractor fans. Coffee machine missing, as well as docking station, but there was a used (dirty) espresso ...

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2020

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Icon Luxury Apartments

Icon Luxury Apartments

4 out of 5
36 Lower Long Street, Foreshore Cape Town Western Cape
Stay at this apartment in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Popular attractions Long Street and Table Mountain are located ...
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

3 out of 5
Above Multi-Storey Parkade 2, Level 5 Kempton Park Gauteng
$158 nightly
The price is $182 total per night from May 20 to May 21
$182 total
May 20 - May 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,924 reviews)
We always stay here overnight on our way from the States. Excellent service and the breakfast and dinner are terrific.

Reviewed on May 7, 2026

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Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

4 out of 5
Airport Grounds, Jones Road, / Kempton Park Gauteng
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$118 nightly
The price is $135 total per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
$135 total
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,636 reviews)
Easy access to JNB

Reviewed on May 9, 2026

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The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort

The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort

5 out of 5
Sun City Resort Moses Kotane North West
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$332 nightly
The price is $385 total per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
$385 total
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Moses Kotane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (684 reviews)
I have travelled around the world and stayed in many 5 Star hotels but The Palace at Sun City is the best I have stayed by a long shot. The building is out of this world and the Staff will treat you like royalty...You are really in a Palace...Highly recommended!

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026

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Taj Cape Town

Taj Cape Town

5 out of 5
1 Wale Street Cape Town Western Cape
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$177 nightly
The price is $205 total per night from May 15 to May 16
$205 total
May 15 - May 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,009 reviews)
The Taj was a very enjoyable stay. The selection of breakfast items was huge and well prepared. The rooms clean and well appointed. The staff were outstanding.

Reviewed on May 2, 2026

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in South Africa

The Cabanas Hotel at Sun City Resort
Great for families

The Cabanas Hotel at Sun City Resort

3 out of 5
Sun City Resort, Pilanesberg Moses Kotane North West
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$123 nightly
The price is $142 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$142 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Moses Kotane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (869 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, free waterpark access, kids club, playground

Travelers say...
The rooms were clean but could do with a little TLC. The location was great with amazing shuttle services. The breakfast is massive always give your self extra time. Highly recommend the property if you looking for a affordable stay.

Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026

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Bakubung Bush Lodge
Great for families

Bakubung Bush Lodge

4 out of 5
Pilanesburg National Park Pilanesberg National Park North West
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$317 nightly
The price is $373 total per night from May 27 to May 28
$373 total
May 27 - May 28
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this lodge in Bojanala. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions The ...
9/10 Wonderful! (665 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, kids club, playground, cribs

Travelers say...
The hotel was lovely. Friendly staff and great amenities. I would particularly like to mention Victoria & Itumeleng at the front desk. We had an issue with our return transportation to Johannesburg. Victoria & Itumeleng worked tirelessly to ensure we had the transportation at the price we were promised. ...

Reviewed on May 4, 2026

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ANEW Resort Hunters Rest Rustenburg
Great for families

ANEW Resort Hunters Rest Rustenburg

4 out of 5
R24 - Rustenburg/Krugersdorp Road Rustenburg North West
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$83 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$96 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Rustenburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Cynthiana Park and Ster-Kinekor Rustenburg ...
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The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort
Great for families

The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort

5 out of 5
Sun City Resort Moses Kotane North West
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$332 nightly
The price is $385 total per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
$385 total
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Moses Kotane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (684 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, free waterpark access, kids club, playground

Travelers say...
I have travelled around the world and stayed in many 5 Star hotels but The Palace at Sun City is the best I have stayed by a long shot. The building is out of this world and the Staff will treat you like royalty...You are really in a Palace...Highly recommended!

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026

Opens in a new windowThe Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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South Africa

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Bargain Flights to South Africa

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to South Africa?
Take a look at the deals from the 12 airlines that offer flights to South Africa. Whether you'd love to live it up in the pointy end of the plane or save money in economy, there'll be a seat for you. Jet off to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) with one of these top carriers:

  • Airlink - 647 flights to South Africa per month
  • Safair - 141 flights to South Africa per month
  • Fastjet Zimbabwe - 140 flights to South Africa per month

How much is a flight to South Africa?
Travelers from near and far landed round-trip flight bargains ranging between $210 and $1,305 this week. Flying in from New York (JFK)? The best one-way prices started at just $561.
How to book the cheapest flight to South Africa?
With some of the most incredible flight deals around, you'll always jet for less with Orbitz. The following hints and tips will help you score cheap flights to South Africa — and leave you with more cash to splash:

  • Consider departing from or arriving at nearby airports to increase your savings. Enter your preferred departure and arrival points in the form fields, then select the 'Nearby airports' function below. It will list your options, if any.
  • If you're flexible with when you take off, click on the 'Show flexible dates' option. You'll see the flight deals for the days before and after your chosen departure. Fares often vary depending on the day of the week.
  • You can also hit the 'Show options' function to filter results for your preferred carrier, seating class, nonstop flights and refundable flights. Under 'Sort & Filter' to the left, you can even pick the time of day you'd like to fly.
  • If you've sorted your travel dates, don't waste time booking your flight. Airfares usually increase as the departure date nears.
  • Consider bundling your hotels, flights and car rentals with Orbitz — the more you book, the more you save.
  • Don't travel during the busy season if possible. By steering clear of summer and school vacations, you can save loads on your airfares.

What is the best time to book a flight to South Africa?
If you can, book your flights to South Africa in January. This is the best month to score low airfares, closely followed by February and August. With a little organizing, you're guaranteed to find a cheap flight with Orbitz.
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to South Africa?
Make a booking on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. Generally, these are the cheapest days to purchase fares to South Africa. The vacation of your dreams starts with an incredible flight deal!
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to South Africa?
According to Orbitz data from 2020, you ought to kick off your vacation on a Monday to score cheap flights to South Africa. Next most affordable day? Tuesday. Saturday costs the most. So, leave early in the week if you want to score a wallet-friendly fare and stretch your travel budget.
What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?
We won't keep you guessing — based on Orbitz data, August is generally the cheapest month to fly. Perfect for those who want a weekend getaway or just an escape from it all before the weather turns. Be aware that the costliest time to fly is in the middle of summer, with fares at their highest in June.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
We know that plans change and flexibility is important. That's why you can search for flights that have free cancellation and no change fees on Orbitz. Simply click on "Filter by flexible change policies" and we'll find you fares with more flexibility than candy on a dashboard in summer!
What do I need for the flight to South Africa?
Any lengthy flight can seem daunting, but it's nothing a little preparation can't solve. We've put together our top tips and tricks to ensure your journey is as stress-free as possible:

  • In all cases you'll need to show proof of identification. How much? This depends on which airport you fly from. When booking your flight tickets, we suggest to put down the same name, birth date and gender as indicated on your government-issued ID.
  • If you're jetting directly to South Africa, chances are you'll be airborne for quite some time. Bring enough snacks and things to keep you occupied. Now is a terrific time to get stuck into that book you haven't read yet!
  • Long-haul voyages are known to get very cold, especially if you're flying overnight. If you'd rather not shiver in your seat, pack a warm layer and some thick socks.

How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to South Africa?
Smart travelers have a knack for finding business or first-class airfares to South Africa without the eye-watering price tag. Take their lead with these helpful tips:

  • Flexibility is essential. By being open to a range of travel dates, you'll have more chances of finding a deal on business or first-class airfares.
  • Low-cost airlines offer first or business-class seats at a fraction of the normal price. Give the full-service carriers a miss and fly with one these cheaper options.
  • Bid for an upgrade. Some carriers hold online auctions that let you offer a price for a seat up the front. You can also try upgrading with points earned through a rewards program.

What is the best time to go to South Africa?
August, September and October are the most popular months to visit South Africa. If an average daily high of 65 ºF sounds attractive, purchase your seats for the beginning of summer — December 1. Many vacationers favor this time of year for its warmer weather. In the evening, the average temperature drops to 50 ºF.
Travel tips for South Africa

  • The possibilities for a great time in South Africa are almost endless — and Market is just one place you'll find it. Book a car rental, work out how to get to this popular attraction and then hit the highway!
  • Cape Town offers lots of incredible experiences and is a wonderful place to kick off your trip. Whether your scene is art, cafés, restaurants or something else, this city will keep you on the go.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.