$94 Cheap flights to South Africa

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Cheap flights to South Africa from $94 One Way, $173 Round Trip

$173 return flights and $94 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.

Sun, Jun 13 - Sat, Jun 19

CPT

Cape Town

DUR

Durban

$173

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Sat, Nov 14 - Fri, Nov 20

CPT

Cape Town

JNB

Johannesburg

$205

Roundtrip

found 18 hours ago

Fri, Apr 2 - Mon, Apr 12

CPT

Cape Town

PLZ

Gqeberha

$285

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Fri, Feb 19 - Thu, Feb 25

CPT

Cape Town

GRJ

George

$291

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 13

CPT

Cape Town

ELS

East London

$329

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Wed, Dec 23 - Sun, Jan 17

CPT

Cape Town

BFN

Bloemfontein

$335

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21

EWR

New York

JNB

Johannesburg

$1,132

Roundtrip

found 3 hours ago

Mon, Sep 14 - Tue, Sep 29

JFK

New York

JNB

Johannesburg

$1,132

Roundtrip

found 5 hours ago

Sun, Oct 18 - Mon, Nov 2

JFK

New York

CPT

Cape Town

$1,136

Roundtrip

found 4 hours ago

Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 5

JFK

New York

ELS

East London

$1,340

Roundtrip

found 4 hours ago

Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Sep 29

JFK

New York

DUR

Durban

$1,360

Roundtrip

found 5 hours ago

Sun, Nov 22 - Wed, Nov 25

JFK

New York

HDS

Hoedspruit

$1,457

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
JNB	La Mercy	September 4 to September 7	$195
JNB	East London	September 4 to September 8	$255
JNB	Gqeberha	September 5 to October 4	$260
JNB	Cape Town	September 5 to September 9	$263
JNB	George	September 6 to September 10	$278
CPT	George	September 4 to September 13	$295
JNB	Hoedspruit	September 5 to September 6	$307
CPT	Bloemfontein	September 4 to September 12	$386
FCO	Johannesburg	September 6 to November 15	$621
SIN	Johannesburg	September 5 to September 13	$894
LHR	Johannesburg	September 4 to October 11	$898
LHR	Johannesburg	September 4 to October 11	$898
LHR	Cape Town	September 4 to September 11	$1,051
LHR	Cape Town	September 4 to September 11	$1,051
SIN	Cape Town	September 4 to September 10	$1,165

*Prices include taxes and fees

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Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

Adjoining BP Service & Filling Station Cape Town Western Cape

$48 nightly

$55 total

Sep 5 - Sep 6

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! (1,091 reviews)

"Adequate hotel for an overnight stay only but food was not at all up to standard and very noisy in the middle of the night with guests staying and arriving with no thought or consideration of respect for other guests trying to sleep."

Reviewed on Aug 26, 2026

Road Lodge Gqeberha

Boardwalk Casino and Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Eastern Cape

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! (484 reviews)

"The breakfast was a bit disappointing due to the renovations of the breakfast hall. Hopefully when that is finished it will improve."

Reviewed on Aug 31, 2026

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City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

Above Multi-Storey Parkade 2, Level 5 Kempton Park Gauteng

$154 nightly

$180 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Total with taxes and fees

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The Commodore Hotel

Portswood Road, Portswood Square Cape Town Western Cape

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$161 nightly

$186 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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 ...

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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Apartments at Mandela Rhodes Place

Corner of Wale and Burg Streets, / Cape Town WC

$117 nightly

$136 total

Sep 3 - Sep 4

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Table Mountain and ...

Circa On The Square Hotel

14 Jetty Street, Roggebaai Cape Town Western Cape

Stay at this hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Table Mountain and Camps Bay Beach are located ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (344 reviews)

"Needs renovation"

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2024

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Cape Royale Luxury Suites

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 Table Mountain and Camps Bay Beach are ...

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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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 Table Mountain and Camps Bay Beach are located ...

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City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

Above Multi-Storey Parkade 2, Level 5 Kempton Park Gauteng

$154 nightly

$180 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Total with taxes and fees

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Taj Cape Town

1 Wale Street Cape Town Western Cape

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$149 nightly

$172 total

Sep 4 - Sep 5

Total with taxes and fees

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Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Airport Grounds, Jones Road, / Kempton Park Gauteng

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$123 nightly

$144 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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! (1,635 reviews)

"Always a great stay at southern sun hotels"

Reviewed on Aug 31, 2026

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The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort

Sun City Resort Moses Kotane North West

$399 nightly

$470 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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! (707 reviews)

"Very high quality service - the staff were exceptionally pleasant and went out of their way to be helpful. The breakfast buffet is out of this world. We enjoyed our stay completely"

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2026

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

Sun City Resort, Pilanesberg Moses Kotane North West

$147 nightly

$173 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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 ...

Bakubung Bush Lodge

Pilanesburg National Park Pilanesberg National Park North West

$378 nightly

$434 total

Sep 8 - Sep 9

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this spa lodge in Pilanesberg National Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

9/10 Wonderful! (688 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

"Food was not great. Pretty much same food every night . Checkout is at 10 which we thought it was 11. The front office was very rude when they told us at 10:30 am we needed to leave now or they’re gonna charge us. I apologized. Unprofessional. Wish they had some kind of entertainment or something ..."

Reviewed on Aug 27, 2026

ANEW Resort Hunters Rest Rustenburg

R24 - Rustenburg/Krugersdorp Road Rustenburg North West

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$85 nightly

$100 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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 Olifantsnek Dam and Cynthiana Park are located ...

7.8/10 Good! (206 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, playground, miniature golf, game room

Travelers say...

"I tried to check in just 15mins early and I could not. We traveled a long distance and could not be accommodated 15 minutes earlier. That was disappointing. Overall it was a good stay and the food was good. I had an amazing spa experience"

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2026

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The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort

Sun City Resort Moses Kotane North West

$399 nightly

$470 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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! (707 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

"Very high quality service - the staff were exceptionally pleasant and went out of their way to be helpful. The breakfast buffet is out of this world. We enjoyed our stay completely"

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2026

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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4 people

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Take a look at the deals from the 24 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 $173 and $1,457 this week. Flying in from Cape Town (CPT)? The best one-way prices started at just $94.

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.

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$94 Cheap flights to South Africa

Top places to visit in South Africa

Knysna

Cheap flights to South Africa from $94 One Way, $173 Round Trip

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic South Africa Accommodation Deals

Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

Road Lodge Gqeberha

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

The Commodore Hotel

Our Top South Africa Apartment Hotels

Apartments at Mandela Rhodes Place

Circa On The Square Hotel

Cape Royale Luxury Suites

Icon Luxury Apartments

Score Epic South Africa Accommodation Deals

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

Taj Cape Town

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort

Family Friendly Hotels in South Africa

The Cabanas Hotel at Sun City Resort

Bakubung Bush Lodge

ANEW Resort Hunters Rest Rustenburg

The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort

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