$536 Cheap flights to South Africa

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Top places to visit in South Africa

Cape Town

Cheap flights to South Africa from $536 One Way, $262 Round Trip

$262 return flights and $536 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, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 15

JFK

New York

JNB

Johannesburg

$1,068

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Fri, Mar 12 - Sun, Mar 21

JFK

New York

CPT

Cape Town

$1,174

Roundtrip

found 1 hour ago

Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22

EWR

New York

JNB

Johannesburg

$1,250

Roundtrip

found 8 hours ago

Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 11

JFK

New York

DUR

Durban

$1,418

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 22

JFK

New York

HDS

Hoedspruit

$1,455

Roundtrip

found 15 hours ago

Sun, Aug 30 - Mon, Sep 7

JFK

New York

GRJ

George

$1,518

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
JNB	La Mercy	June 28 to June 28	$262
JNB	George	June 28 to July 11	$273
JNB	Cape Town	June 27 to June 29	$274
JNB	Gqeberha	June 26 to June 29	$282
CPT	George	June 26 to June 28	$300
CPT	La Mercy	June 27 to June 28	$354
LHR	Johannesburg	June 27 to July 11	$754
LHR	Johannesburg	June 27 to July 11	$754
FCO	Cape Town	June 26 to July 4	$819
FCO	Johannesburg	June 26 to June 30	$886
LHR	Cape Town	June 27 to July 11	$969
LHR	Cape Town	June 27 to July 11	$969
FCO	La Mercy	June 27 to July 1	$1,019
YYZ	Johannesburg	June 28 to July 14	$1,302
SIN	Cape Town	June 28 to June 28	$1,553

*Prices include taxes and fees

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

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Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

Adjoining BP Service & Filling Station Cape Town Western Cape

$61 total

per night

Jul 4 - Jul 5

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! (1,086 reviews)

"I only needed somewhere to lay my head overnight! As such the Road Lodge met all my expectations. Staff were friendly and helpful. The room was clean and the bed comfortable. Although the menu was fairly basic, it was more than enough for my needs - delicious toasted sandwich 😀"

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2026

Road Lodge Gqeberha

Boardwalk Casino and Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Eastern Cape

$52 total

per night

Jul 4 - Jul 5

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! (479 reviews)

"The room was kept clean, but general maintenance was lacking. Bedside table had a huge blob of some clear resin or glue and laminate peeling/missing. The TV in the room was tiny and because of how it was mounted the screen faced at an upward angle making viewing in bed impossible. There were loads ..."

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

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

$178 total

per night

Jul 2 - Jul 3

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! (1,980 reviews)

"Great spot for a quick overnighter at JNB airport and walkable with luggage via covered walkway in about 5 min. My room had a slight draft from a worn out window handle and was letting in freezing cold air - the hotel quickly sent maintenance and addressed the issue. Great bar/restaurant and staff. ..."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

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The Commodore Hotel

Portswood Road, Portswood Square Cape Town Western Cape

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$198 total

per night

Jun 25 - Jun 26

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! (995 reviews)

"Great location and accomodation."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 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.

Our Top South Africa Apartment Hotels

Apartments at Mandela Rhodes Place

Corner of Wale and Burg Streets, / Cape Town WC

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 Cape ...

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Circa On The Square Hotel

14 Jetty Street, Roggebaai Cape Town Western Cape

$206 total

per night

Jul 3 - Jul 4

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

8.4/10 Very Good! (344 reviews)

"Needs renovation"

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2024

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 Cape Town Stadium 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 Long Street and Cape Town Stadium 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

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

$178 total

per night

Jul 2 - Jul 3

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! (1,980 reviews)

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

Taj Cape Town

1 Wale Street Cape Town Western Cape

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$167 total

per night

Jun 25 - Jun 26

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 ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)

"The Taj hotel Cape Town is an excellent hotel. The staff are very friendly and obliging.the hotel is very clean. Breakfast is excellent with a very wide choice One very minor point.During the check in process please give out the wireless password and don't keep people waiting unnecessarily. Also ..."

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Airport Grounds, Jones Road, / Kempton Park Gauteng

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$136 total

per night

Jul 20 - Jul 21

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! (1,640 reviews)

"You have options of various places to stay at the airport - this shouldn’t be one of them."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026

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The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort

Sun City Resort Moses Kotane North West

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$451 total

per night

Jun 24 - Jun 25

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! (689 reviews)

"The room and palace hotel were amazing. It was a great way to start our trip to South Africa. The breakfast was delicious. Shuttle around the resort was prompt and the staff was very helpful at helping you plan activities. The resort had walking trails and a great pool. Pool isn’t heated in the winter ..."

Reviewed on Jun 16, 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

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$166 total

per night

Jul 20 - Jul 21

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! (875 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

"Sun city Cabanas far exceeded our expectations. Great value for money with a superb buffet, cooked breakfast included. Rooms were nice and grounds immaculate. Activities available were very good and just a walk around golf course on paths was beautiful. Dorah at concierge before and during visit ..."

Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026

Bakubung Bush Lodge

Pilanesburg National Park Pilanesberg National Park North West

$428 total

per night

Jun 27 - Jun 28

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! (676 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

"This place was amazing! The staff was so friendly and recognized me every time I came to eat. I felt safe walking alone even at night. The food was amazing, the spa staff was great, the rooms were beautiful. The game day drives were unbelievable. I loved this place and have to say this was vacation ..."

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2026

ANEW Resort Hunters Rest Rustenburg

R24 - Rustenburg/Krugersdorp Road Rustenburg North West

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$97 total

per night

Jun 28 - Jun 29

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

Sun City Resort Moses Kotane North West

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$451 total

per night

Jun 24 - Jun 25

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! (689 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

Reviewed on Jun 16, 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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Compact

Ford Focus

4 people

Midsize

Toyota Corolla

5 people

SUV

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5 people

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 $262 and $1,553 this week. Flying in from New York (JFK)? The best one-way prices started at just $536.

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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$536 Cheap flights to South Africa

Top places to visit in South Africa

Cape Town

Cheap flights to South Africa from $536 One Way, $262 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

Need a Car For After Your Flight?

Economy

Compact

Midsize

SUV

South Africa

Book Your Flight To South Africa Using Your Mobile Device

Avoid Check-In Hassles When Traveling On Flights to South Africa

Keeping Everyone Up To Date

Frequently asked questions

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