Question 1

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to South Africa?

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Finding the right flight to South Africa is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. These options can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to South Africa quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Question 2

Can I find flights to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for flights to South Africa to just show those with flexible booking policies.

Question 3

How can momondo help me find flights to South Africa?

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momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight to South Africa.

Question 4

I’m not ready to book a flight to South Africa right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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Price alerts on flights to South Africa are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.

Question 5

What popular landmarks are in South Africa?

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Camps Bay Beach is the most popular place of interest in South Africa. Many travellers make it a point to stop there while travelling to South Africa. Other popular landmarks and places of interest in South Africa would be Cape Town International Convention Centre, Shamwari Private Game Reserve, or Sea Point Pavilion.

Question 6

What is the best airport to land at to visit Camps Bay Beach?

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The closest airport to Camps Bay Beach is Cape Town Airport, which is located in Cape Town. If you plan on visiting or staying in this area, landing at Cape Town Airport will be your best bet.

Question 7

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

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British Airways is the most popular airline offering flights to South Africa, with 37% of our users opting to fly with them when travelling to South Africa. Other popular options include KLM and RwandAir. There are a total of 22 different airlines flying to South Africa.

Question 8

What is the most popular airport in South Africa to fly to?

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According to our data, 48% of momondo users who travelled to South Africa in the last year flew into Johannesburg OR Tambo (located in Johannesburg), making it the most popular airport to fly to. There may be other airports in South Africa, but the majority of our users take flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo in order to visit Johannesburg and it’s surrounding areas.

Question 9

How much are flights to South Africa?

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Flights to South Africa can be found for as cheap as £259 per ticket. However our users tend to find airfares to South Africa for around £1,642 on average. If you’re looking to find a good deal on your flight to South Africa, then you should consider booking if you find anything for £1,500 or less.

Question 10

What is the best day of the week to fly to South Africa?

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Consider booking a flight to South Africa on a Tuesday, which is the cheapest day of the week. You will also find that flying out on a Monday is another low-cost option. Try to avoid booking your flight to South Africa on Friday, which tends to be the most expensive day of the week.

Question 11

Where is it cheapest to fly into South Africa?

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To save money on airfare when visiting South Africa, consider Cape Town Intl airport in Cape Town, which has the cheapest flights with an average airfare of £259. You may also consider flying to Johannesburg OR Tambo airport in Johannesburg for the second cheapest option with an average airfare of £500.

Question 12

When did momondo last update prices for flights to South Africa?

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Prices for flights to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.

Question 13

How many operators does momondo search for flights to South Africa?

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The number of operators available for flights to South Africa is 54 as of January 2025.

Question 14

How old do you have to be to fly to South Africa?

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Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to South Africa.

Question 15

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

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The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Question 16

What is the cheapest flight to South Africa?

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The cheapest flights to South Africa recently found by momondo users are £27 with FlySafair, £34 with South African, and £38 with Cemair.

Question 17

How long is the flight from United Kingdom to South Africa?

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The flight from United Kingdom to South Africa depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from London Heathrow (a popular airport in United Kingdom) to Johannesburg OR Tambo (the most popular airport in South Africa), then the flight time is 10h 55m on average. If you fly from Manchester (another popular airport in United Kingdom) to Johannesburg OR Tambo, then the average flight time is 13h 25m.

Question 18

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

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British Airways, KLM and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from United Kingdom according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 23 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 19

What are the most popular cities to visit in South Africa?

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Some of the world’s most well-travelled cities are in South Africa. The most popular city to travel to in South Africa is Johannesburg, which momondo users choose as their landing destination 57% more often than other cities. The next most popular cities in South Africa are Cape Town and Durban.

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