In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Can I find cheaper flights to South Africa if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to South Africa on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to South Africa?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South Africa.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in South Africa?

Cape Town Intl Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in South Africa. One-way flights to Cape Town Intl Airport typically cost ฿1,372, while return flights cost around ฿4,453.

How much is a return flight to South Africa?

A return flight to South Africa will typically cost around ฿125, however they can be found for as little as ฿123.

Where does the fastest flight to South Africa depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to South Africa, Bangkok offers the quickest one-way flight (17 hours 35 minutes).

Does Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport have rental cars?

Yes. Those touching down at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Yes. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Protea Hotel by Marriott Transit O.R. Tambo Airport is the closest property to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (0.0 km away from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport).

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Flights to South Africa in 2024

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Cheap flights to Johannesburg

Mon 27/509:15BKK - JNB

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Deal found 24/4฿27,345

Cheap flights to Cape Town

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South Africa 2024 flight deals

The lowest fares on flights traveling to South Africa in April and May 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.

Mon 27/509:15BKK - JNB

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Mon 27/501:00BKK - JNB

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Sun 26/501:50BKK - JNB

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Fri 3/515:15DMK - CPT

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Average price of flights to South Africa by month

Temperature and rainfall in South Africa by month

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When is the best time to book a flight to South Africa?

Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to South Africa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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8.3

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1,479 reviews

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1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Singapore Airlines

8.3

Very Good

1,479 reviews

Singapore Airlines

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Very Good

1,479 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

4,067 reviews

Singapore Airlines

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Very Good

1,479 reviews

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1 / 10

เคแอลเอ็ม รอยัล ดัตช์ แอร์ไลน์

7.9

Good

1,626 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.3

Very Good

1,479 reviews

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1 / 10

Cathay Pacific

7.8

Good

1,133 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.3

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Can I find cheaper flights to South Africa if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to South Africa on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to South Africa?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South Africa.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in South Africa?
Cape Town Intl Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in South Africa. One-way flights to Cape Town Intl Airport typically cost ฿1,372, while return flights cost around ฿4,453.
How much is a return flight to South Africa?
A return flight to South Africa will typically cost around ฿125, however they can be found for as little as ฿123.
Where does the fastest flight to South Africa depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to South Africa, Bangkok offers the quickest one-way flight (17 hours 35 minutes).
Does Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport have rental cars?
Yes. Those touching down at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Yes. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Protea Hotel by Marriott Transit O.R. Tambo Airport is the closest property to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (0.0 km away from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport).

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Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to South Africa is currently ฿18,427 while a return flight costs ฿27,339. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

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Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to South Africa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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