How long is the flight from South Africa to France?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in South Africa, such as Johannesburg OR Tambo or Cape Town Intl, and flying into France, then you can expect flight times to average 13h 40m and 12h 20m, respectively.

What are the most popular cities to visit in France?

France is full of interesting cities to visit if you’re interested in touring the country. The majority of our users (69%) visit Paris more than other cities in the country, but other popular cities in France include Nice and Lyon.

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Lufthansa

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Air Algerie

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Air Algerie

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Feb 17

JNB

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CDG

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Flights to Nice

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Turkish Airlines

May 5

JNB

24h 35m

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May 11

NCE

15h 05m

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Turkish Airlines

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Lufthansa

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Turkish Airlines

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Turkish Airlines

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Multiple Airlines

Apr 22

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NCE

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Mar 5

JNB

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Mar 5

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Mar 12

NCE

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R12 735

Turkish Airlines

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NCE

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Kenya Airways

May 5

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30h 20m

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NCE

May 11

NCE

33h 20m

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R12 915

Multiple Airlines

May 5

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NCE

15h 05m

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SWISS

Mar 6

CPT

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NCE

Mar 13

NCE

35h 25m

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R13 112

Flights to Lyon

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Air Algerie

Mar 25

JNB

13h 50m

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LYS

Apr 25

LYS

34h 15m

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R9 272

Air Algerie

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LYS

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Air Algerie

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LYS

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Air Algerie

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R9 666

Lufthansa

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Lufthansa

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Mar 5

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British Airways

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British Airways

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Turkish Airlines

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British Airways

Mar 5

JNB

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TLS

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TLS

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British Airways

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British Airways

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TLS

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British Airways

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British Airways

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British Airways

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JNB

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Lufthansa

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Air France

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British Airways

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British Airways

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Qatar Airways

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22h 20m

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SXB

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Qatar Airways

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Qatar Airways

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22:30 - 15:55

JNB

LYS

18h 25m

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19:10 - 6:30

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R9 666Air Algerie

Mon, Mar 16 - Thu, Mar 19

22:25 - 22:15

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R9 715Air Algerie

Sat, Apr 18 - Sat, Apr 25

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R9 781Lufthansa

Fri, May 15 - Mon, May 25

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R10 043Lufthansa

Thu, Mar 5 - Thu, Mar 12

23:59 - 23:00

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24h 01m

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20:30 - 22:05

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JNB

48h 35m

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R11 586Air France

Sat, Feb 7 - Fri, Feb 13

22:00 - 13:05

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15:05 - 7:35

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R12 242British Airways

Mon, Mar 16 - Thu, Mar 19

19:35 - 10:05

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11:55 - 10:25

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JNB

21h 30m

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R12 308British Airways

Thu, Mar 19 - Mon, Mar 23

12:25 - 20:30

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CDG

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DUR

25h 20m

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R12 899Qatar Airways

Fri, Mar 6 - Fri, Mar 13

12:25 - 13:15

DUR

CDG

25h 50m

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8:35 - 10:55

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DUR

25h 20m

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R12 997Qatar Airways

Fri, Mar 6 - Fri, Mar 13

7:55 - 9:35

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MRS

26h 40m

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12:15 - 21:25

MRS

CPT

33h 10m

1 stop

R13 014Air France

Wed, Mar 11 - Wed, Sep 2

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JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

22:30-15:55

1 stop18h 25m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 19/3

19:10-6:30

1 stop34h 20m

R9 666

JohannesburgParis

JNB - CDG

JNBCDG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/4

22:25-22:15

1 stop23h 50m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Sat 25/4

20:35-6:25

1 stop33h 50m

R9 715

JohannesburgParis

JNB - CDG

JNBCDG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

8:45-8:15

1 stop23h 30m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Mon 25/5

9:55-8:35

1 stop22h 40m

R9 781

JohannesburgParis

JNB - CDG

JNBCDG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

10:10-8:25

1 stop23h 15m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Thu 12/3

19:10-9:30

1 stop13h 20m

R10 043

JohannesburgMarseille

JNB - MRS

JNBMRS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

23:59-23:00

1 stop24h 01m

Marseille

Fri 13/2

20:30-22:05

2 stops48h 35m

R11 586

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

22:00-13:05

1 stop16h 05m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 19/3

15:05-7:35

1 stop15h 30m

R12 242

JohannesburgMarseille

JNB - MRS

JNBMRS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

19:35-10:05

1 stop15h 30m

Marseille

Mon 23/3

11:55-10:25

1 stop21h 30m

R12 308

DurbanParis

DUR - CDG

DURCDG

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 6/3

12:25-20:30

2 stops33h 05m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Fri 13/3

8:35-10:55

2 stops25h 20m

R12 899

DurbanParis

DUR - CDG

DURCDG

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 6/3

12:25-13:15

2 stops25h 50m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Fri 13/3

8:35-10:55

2 stops25h 20m

R12 997

Cape TownMarseille

CPT - MRS

CPTMRS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

7:55-9:35

1 stop26h 40m

Marseille

Wed 2/9

12:15-21:25

1 stop33h 10m

R13 014

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What is the cheapest flight to France?

The cheapest flights to France recently found by momondo users are R575 with easyJet, R1 127 with Vueling, and R1 323 with Ryanair.

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Summary info about France flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R3 479
Best Round-Trip Price	R9 666
Fastest flight time	18h 35m
Popular in	July

The best one-way flight price to France from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R3 479 (Cape Town Intl to Paris Charles de Gaulle).

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The best round-trip flight price to France from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R9 666 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Lyon-Saint Exupéry).

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The fastest flight to France from South Africa takes 18h 35m (Durban King Shaka Intl to Paris Charles de Gaulle).

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July has the highest demand for flights to France, with a 10% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to France

What popular landmarks are in France?

France is full of notable places to explore, many with significant historical value to the region and the world. Some of the most popular landmarks in France are Eiffel Tower, Disneyland Paris, Notre Dame, and Yves-du-Manoir Olympic Stadium, among many more.

What is the best airport to land at to visit Eiffel Tower?

When visiting Eiffel Tower in Paris, the closest airport is Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.

Which airlines fly to France?

There are 16 airlines that fly to France on a routine basis, but Air France, Qatar Airways and British Airways happen to be the most popular among our users. In the past year, 36% of those who searched for flights to France looked to travel with Air France, making this airline the top choice among momondo travellers.

What is the most popular airport in France to fly to?

Paris Charles de Gaulle is the most popular airport in France to fly to at the moment. Out of all our users who flew to France in the past year, 17% of them chose to fly into Paris’s Paris Charles de Gaulle airport. Keep in mind that there may be other airports within France that are also a great option to fly to.

How much are flights to France?

The cost to fly to France varies based on a variety of factors, but you can expect to find prices as low as R9 629 or as high as R41 124. Based on recent airfare data, we’ve found that a ticket to France for R19 655 or less is a good deal, whereas R22 152 is the average cost.

What is the best day of the week to fly to France?

Consider booking a flight to France 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 France on Saturday, which tends to be the most expensive day of the week.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to France?

Prices for flights to France are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to France?

As of January 2026, there are 21 operators available to choose from for flights to France.

How old do you have to be to fly to France?

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 stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to France.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to France?

The necessary travel and health documents for your France 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 licence 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 France?

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

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to France with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights to France?

Once all potential France flight options are in front of you momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times, amongst many other options.