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Cheap flights to South Africa from £52

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to South Africa departing on 21/5. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Recent flights found to popular cities in South Africa

Find flights to these popular cities in South Africa from your nearest airport.
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South Africa flights insights and trends

Explore insights for your South Africa flight to craft the best travel plan

What is the cheapest flight to South Africa?

The cheapest flights to South Africa recently found by momondo users are £32 with South African, £33 with FlySafair, and £35 with Cemair.
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What are the most popular cities to visit in South Africa?

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 55% more often than other cities. The next most popular cities in South Africa are Cape Town and Durban.

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

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 11h on average. If you fly from Manchester (another popular airport in United Kingdom) to Johannesburg OR Tambo, then the average flight time is 15h 40m.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

British Airways is the most popular airline offering flights to South Africa, with 39% of our users opting to fly with them when travelling to South Africa. Other popular options include KLM and Kenya Airways. There are a total of 23 different airlines flying to South Africa.

Cheapest flights to cities in South Africa

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Cheap South Africa flight deals and tips

Summary info about South Africa flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

£306

Best Round-Trip Price

£436

Fastest flight time

15h 40m

Operated By

5 airlines
The best one-way flight price to South Africa from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £306 (London Gatwick to Johannesburg OR Tambo).
The best round-trip flight price to South Africa from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £436 (London Heathrow to Johannesburg OR Tambo).
The fastest flight to South Africa from United Kingdom takes 15h 40m (Manchester to Johannesburg OR Tambo).
There are 5 airlines operating flights to South Africa, including KLM, Egypt Air and Ethiopian Air.

Useful information for your flight to South Africa

Get up-to-date answers for some of the most frequently asked questions regarding flying to South Africa

What popular landmarks are in South Africa?

What is the best airport to land at to visit Sahara Stadium Kingsmead?

The closest airport to Sahara Stadium Kingsmead is Durban Airport, which is located in Durban. If you plan on visiting or staying in this area, landing at Durban Airport will be your best bet.

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

How much are flights to South Africa?

Flights to South Africa can be found for as cheap as £512 per ticket. However our users tend to find airfares to South Africa for around £2,011 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 £1,906 or less.

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

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 Sunday is another low-cost option. Try to avoid booking your flight to South Africa on Saturday, which tends to be the most expensive day of the week.

Where is it cheapest to fly into South Africa?

To save money on airfare when visiting South Africa, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo airport in Johannesburg, which has the cheapest flights with an average airfare of £512. You may also consider flying to Cape Town Intl airport in Cape Town for the second cheapest option with an average airfare of £656.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.


Why use momondo?

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

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.

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

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

How can momondo help me find flights to South Africa?

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.

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

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.


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Cheapest flight routes to South Africa

These routes have the cheapest flights to South Africa found by momondo users in United Kingdom
DepartingDestinationBest TimeBest Price
LondonJohannesburg11h 00m£465
LondonCape Town11h 30m£465
ManchesterJohannesburg15h 40m£471
BirminghamJohannesburg14h 20m£476
LondonDurban17h 20m£531
ManchesterCape Town14h 30m£537
ManchesterDurban19h 00m£540
BirminghamCape Town14h 25m£569
EdinburghJohannesburg14h 20m£582
LeedsJohannesburg27h 00m£617
SouthamptonJohannesburg23h 10m£624
GlasgowJohannesburg14h 10m£628
LondonGeorge23h 10m£629
Newcastle upon TyneJohannesburg14h 15m£632
BristolJohannesburg14h 00m£636
InvernessJohannesburg20h 30m£644