$1,638 Cheap flights to South Africa

The closest airport to Fish Hoek 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.

There are 9 airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, but Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways and South African happen to be the most popular among our users. In the past year, 33% of those who searched for flights to South Africa looked to travel with Singapore Airlines, making this airline the top choice among momondo travellers.

Johannesburg OR Tambo is the most popular airport in South Africa to fly to, with 48% of all users travelling to South Africa opting to take a flight into this airport. If you’re interested in staying in Johannesburg, which is the city in South Africa that is closest to Johannesburg OR Tambo, then be sure to check momondo for cheap flight deals.

The cost to fly to South Africa varies based on a variety of factors, but you can expect to find prices as low as $1,280 or as high as $24,101. Based on recent airfare data, we’ve found that a ticket to South Africa for $4,002 or less is a good deal, whereas $4,273 is the average cost.

Flying to South Africa on a Monday or Wednesday is your best option since this is when flight prices tend to be at their lowest for the week. The most expensive day of the week to fly to South Africa is on a Sunday.

Prices for flights to South Africa are updated daily.

As of July 2026, there are 17 operators available to choose from for flights to South Africa.

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to South Africa.

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Africa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.