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Flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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Singapore Airlines
7 Sept
PER
18h 55m
1 stop
JNB
15 Sept
JNB
26h 45m
1 stop
PER
$1,514
Singapore Airlines
4 Aug
MEL
21h 25m
1 stop
JNB
11 Aug
JNB
27h 00m
1 stop
MEL
$1,534
Singapore Airlines
14 Aug
PER
18h 55m
1 stop
JNB
15 Sept
JNB
21h 30m
1 stop
PER
$1,538
Singapore Airlines
4 Aug
PER
24h 10m
1 stop
JNB
21 Aug
JNB
21h 30m
1 stop
PER
$1,580
Qatar Airways
3 June
PER
41h 45m
1 stop
JNB
15 June
JNB
40h 45m
1 stop
PER
$1,587
Singapore Airlines
7 Sept
PER
18h 55m
1 stop
JNB
16 Sept
JNB
26h 45m
1 stop
PER
$1,594
Qatar Airways
3 Sept
PER
35h 15m
1 stop
JNB
17 Sept
JNB
21h 50m
1 stop
PER
$1,604
Singapore Airlines
3 Oct
MEL
21h 25m
1 stop
JNB
17 Oct
JNB
27h 00m
1 stop
MEL
$1,604
Qatar Airways
3 June
PER
41h 45m
1 stop
JNB
17 June
JNB
23h 55m
1 stop
PER
$1,605
Qatar Airways
7 Sept
PER
40h 15m
1 stop
JNB
17 Sept
JNB
21h 50m
1 stop
PER
$1,608
Qatar Airways
1 June
PER
41h 35m
1 stop
JNB
12 June
JNB
41h 15m
1 stop
PER
$1,609
Qatar Airways
1 June
PER
41h 35m
1 stop
JNB
15 June
JNB
23h 55m
1 stop
PER
$1,614

Flights to Cape Town

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Singapore Airlines
3 Nov
BNE
42h 00m
2 stops
CPT
17 Nov
CPT
36h 35m
2 stops
BNE
$1,631
Singapore Airlines
3 Nov
BNE
42h 00m
2 stops
CPT
17 Nov
CPT
25h 05m
2 stops
BNE
$1,638
Singapore Airlines
3 Nov
BNE
42h 00m
2 stops
CPT
17 Nov
CPT
36h 35m
2 stops
BNE
$1,640
Singapore Airlines
4 Nov
PER
25h 35m
2 stops
CPT
11 Nov
CPT
46h 05m
2 stops
PER
$1,747
Singapore Airlines
15 Oct
PER
46h 30m
2 stops
CPT
22 Oct
CPT
43h 50m
2 stops
PER
$1,798
Singapore Airlines
26 Oct
PER
22h 20m
2 stops
CPT
21 Nov
CPT
31h 15m
2 stops
PER
$1,831
Multiple Airlines
1 Oct
SYD
27h 25m
1 stop
CPT
13 Oct
CPT
53h 00m
2 stops
SYD
$1,850
Multiple Airlines
4 Aug
SYD
34h 40m
1 stop
CPT
15 Sept
CPT
53h 35m
2 stops
SYD
$1,855
Singapore Airlines
14 Oct
MEL
32h 10m
2 stops
CPT
14 Nov
CPT
25h 45m
2 stops
MEL
$1,857
Singapore Airlines
14 Oct
MEL
32h 10m
2 stops
CPT
14 Nov
CPT
25h 45m
2 stops
MEL
$1,859
Qatar Airways
1 Sept
PER
24h 45m
1 stop
CPT
15 Sept
CPT
23h 20m
1 stop
PER
$1,864
Multiple Airlines
31 Aug
PER
42h 00m
3 stops
CPT
15 Sept
CPT
23h 20m
1 stop
PER
$1,876

Flights to Durban

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Qatar Airways
24 July
PER
41h 50m
2 stops
DUR
15 Aug
DUR
24h 30m
2 stops
PER
$1,938
Qatar Airways
15 July
PER
41h 50m
2 stops
DUR
15 Sept
DUR
24h 30m
2 stops
PER
$2,182
Multiple Airlines
4 June
BNE
44h 30m
2 stops
DUR
14 June
DUR
24h 20m
2 stops
BNE
$2,191
Qatar Airways
9 Nov
BNE
27h 45m
2 stops
DUR
20 Nov
DUR
45h 05m
2 stops
BNE
$2,195
Multiple Airlines
14 June
MEL
43h 50m
2 stops
DUR
21 June
DUR
26h 00m
2 stops
MEL
$2,198
Qatar Airways
18 June
SYD
27h 45m
2 stops
DUR
24 June
DUR
34h 05m
2 stops
SYD
$2,205
Qatar Airways
24 July
PER
33h 05m
3 stops
DUR
15 Aug
DUR
24h 30m
2 stops
PER
$2,218
Qatar Airways
9 Nov
BNE
31h 00m
3 stops
DUR
20 Nov
DUR
45h 05m
2 stops
BNE
$2,225
Multiple Airlines
24 July
PER
20h 10m
1 stop
DUR
15 Aug
DUR
24h 30m
2 stops
PER
$2,239
Qatar Airways
9 Nov
BNE
32h 00m
3 stops
DUR
20 Nov
DUR
35h 55m
3 stops
BNE
$2,258
Qatar Airways
18 June
SYD
27h 45m
2 stops
DUR
29 June
DUR
34h 05m
2 stops
SYD
$2,282
Multiple Airlines
15 July
PER
14h 50m
1 stop
DUR
15 Sept
DUR
29h 35m
2 stops
PER
$2,303

Flights to Port Elizabeth

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Multiple Airlines
1 June
PER
46h 10m
2 stops
PLZ
15 June
PLZ
29h 35m
2 stops
PER
$2,017
South African
1 June
PER
19h 10m
1 stop
PLZ
15 June
PLZ
16h 50m
1 stop
PER
$2,052
Multiple Airlines
14 June
PER
34h 40m
2 stops
PLZ
21 June
PLZ
29h 35m
2 stops
PER
$2,236
Multiple Airlines
1 June
PER
67h 00m
2 stops
PLZ
15 June
PLZ
42h 10m
3 stops
PER
$2,278
Multiple Airlines
1 June
PER
46h 10m
2 stops
PLZ
15 June
PLZ
16h 50m
1 stop
PER
$2,324
Multiple Airlines
14 June
PER
39h 15m
2 stops
PLZ
21 June
PLZ
42h 10m
3 stops
PER
$2,420
Multiple Airlines
14 June
PER
26h 55m
1 stop
PLZ
21 June
PLZ
29h 35m
2 stops
PER
$2,441
Multiple Airlines
11 June
SYD
30h 55m
2 stops
PLZ
17 June
PLZ
37h 55m
3 stops
SYD
$2,472
Qantas Airways
14 June
PER
26h 55m
1 stop
PLZ
21 June
PLZ
16h 40m
1 stop
PER
$2,493
Multiple Airlines
11 June
SYD
18h 25m
1 stop
PLZ
17 June
PLZ
30h 25m
2 stops
SYD
$2,546
Multiple Airlines
11 June
SYD
18h 25m
1 stop
PLZ
17 June
PLZ
17h 25m
1 stop
SYD
$2,654
Multiple Airlines
14 June
PER
31h 25m
3 stops
PLZ
21 June
PLZ
35h 35m
3 stops
PER
$5,267

Flights to Pietermaritzburg

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Emirates
3 Sept
MEL
28h 25m
2 stops
PZB
7 Sept
PZB
47h 45m
2 stops
MEL
$2,586
Emirates
3 Sept
MEL
30h 05m
2 stops
PZB
7 Sept
PZB
36h 45m
2 stops
MEL
$2,587
Emirates
3 Sept
MEL
42h 50m
2 stops
PZB
7 Sept
PZB
25h 35m
2 stops
MEL
$2,591

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06:25 - 19:20
PER
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JNB
18h 55m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
20:25 - 05:10
JNB
-
PER
26h 45m
1 stop
$1,514Singapore Airlines
Mon, 7 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
Singapore Airlines Logo
05:55 - 19:20
MEL
-
JNB
21h 25m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
20:25 - 07:25
JNB
-
MEL
27h 00m
1 stop
$1,534Singapore Airlines
Tue, 4 Aug - Tue, 11 Aug
Singapore Airlines Logo
06:25 - 19:20
PER
-
JNB
18h 55m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
20:25 - 23:55
JNB
-
PER
21h 30m
1 stop
$1,538Singapore Airlines
Fri, 14 Aug - Tue, 15 Sep
Qatar Airways Logo
22:45 - 10:30
PER
-
JNB
41h 45m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
19:50 - 18:35
JNB
-
PER
40h 45m
1 stop
$1,587Qatar Airways
Wed, 3 Jun - Mon, 15 Jun
Qatar Airways Logo
22:45 - 04:00
PER
-
JNB
35h 15m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
14:45 - 18:35
JNB
-
PER
21h 50m
1 stop
$1,604Qatar Airways
Thu, 3 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep
Etihad Airways Logo
16:40 - 08:20
SYD
-
JNB
24h 40m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
09:50 - 17:55
JNB
-
SYD
23h 05m
1 stop
$1,716Etihad Airways
Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 11 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
15:40 - 08:20
SYD
-
JNB
24h 40m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
09:50 - 06:10
JNB
-
SYD
36h 20m
1 stop
$1,722Etihad Airways
Wed, 12 Aug - Wed, 16 Sep
Emirates Logo
22:55 - 16:40
MEL
-
CPT
25h 45m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
18:25 - 21:50
CPT
-
MEL
43h 25m
1 stop
$2,001Emirates
Sun, 30 Aug - Wed, 9 Sep
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 16:25
AVV
-
JNB
18h 25m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
18:45 - 22:50
JNB
-
AVV
20h 05m
1 stop
$2,324Qantas Airways
Wed, 10 Jun - Wed, 1 Jul
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 16:25
AVV
-
JNB
18h 25m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
18:45 - 22:50
JNB
-
AVV
20h 05m
1 stop
$2,359Qantas Airways
Sat, 22 Aug - Mon, 14 Sep

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Locate flights to South Africa that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, momondo users made a total of 78,305 searches and data was last updated on 20 May 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Mon 7/9

06:25-19:20

1 stop18h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

20:25-05:10

1 stop26h 45m

$1,514

MelbourneJohannesburg

MEL - JNB

MELJNB

Melbourne

Tue 4/8

05:55-19:20

1 stop21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/8

20:25-07:25

1 stop27h 00m

$1,534

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Fri 14/8

06:25-19:20

1 stop18h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

20:25-23:55

1 stop21h 30m

$1,538

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Wed 3/6

22:45-10:30

1 stop41h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

19:50-18:35

1 stop40h 45m

$1,587

PerthJohannesburg

PER - JNB

PERJNB

Perth

Thu 3/9

22:45-04:00

1 stop35h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

14:45-18:35

1 stop21h 50m

$1,604

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 21/10

16:40-08:20

1 stop24h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

09:50-17:55

1 stop23h 05m

$1,716

SydneyJohannesburg

SYD - JNB

SYDJNB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/8

15:40-08:20

1 stop24h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

09:50-06:10

1 stop36h 20m

$1,722

MelbourneCape Town

MEL - CPT

MELCPT

Melbourne

Sun 30/8

22:55-16:40

1 stop25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/9

18:25-21:50

1 stop43h 25m

$2,001
Fastest return journey

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 10/6

06:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

$2,324

MelbourneJohannesburg

AVV - JNB

AVVJNB

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 22/8

06:00-16:25

1 stop18h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

$2,359

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What is the cheapest flight to South Africa?

The best prices found on momondo for flights to South Africa are:
$61 per person with FlySafair
$64 per person with Airlink
$91 per person with Lift

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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

$916

Best Round-Trip Price

$1,514

Fastest flight time

33h 05m

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The best one-way flight price to South Africa from Australia in the last 72 hours is $916 (Perth to Johannesburg OR Tambo).
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The best round-trip flight price to South Africa from Australia in the last 72 hours is $1,514 (Perth to Johannesburg OR Tambo).
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The fastest flight to South Africa from Australia takes 33h 05m (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Durban King Shaka Intl).
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December has the highest demand for flights to South Africa, with a 8% price increase on average.
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Frequently asked questions about flying to South Africa

What is the best airport to land at to visit Fish Hoek Beach?

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.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

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, 37% of those who searched for flights to South Africa looked to travel with Singapore Airlines, making this airline the top choice among momondo travellers.

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

Johannesburg OR Tambo is the most popular airport in South Africa to fly to, with 49% 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.

How much are flights to South Africa?

The cost to fly to South Africa varies based on a variety of factors, but you can expect to find prices as low as $1,190 or as high as $9,424. Based on recent airfare data, we’ve found that a ticket to South Africa for $3,378 or less is a good deal, whereas $3,648 is the average cost.

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

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 Friday.

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

Prices for flights to South Africa are updated daily.

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

As of May 2026, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights to South Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly 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.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly 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.

Why use momondo?

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

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to South Africa.

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All flight searches to South Africa on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

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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.

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