How many flights depart from Nigeria to South Africa on average per week?

As of February 2025, there are 4 flights per week flying from Nigeria to South Africa. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 25% of flights taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from Nigeria to South Africa?

On average, it takes 5h 55m to fly from Nigeria to South Africa if you fly out of Lagos (the most popular airport in Nigeria) and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa). If you’re flying out of Abuja and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 13h 20m.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

TAAG, Ethiopian Air and RwandAir are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Nigeria according to our data. TAAG is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Nigeria to South Africa?

Air Côte d’Ivoire, Uganda Airlines, and TAAG are the most popular carriers operating from Nigeria to South Africa

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

Prices for flights from Nigeria to South Africa refresh daily.

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

As of February 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Nigeria to South Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly from Nigeria 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 stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Nigeria 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 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.

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Recent return flight deals from Nigeria to South Africa

These are some of the best return flight deals from Nigeria to South Africa that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.

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Uganda Airlines flights from Nigeria to South Africa

Our best Uganda Airlines deals on Nigeria to South Africa flight tickets

Uganda Airlines

Mar 13

LOS19:30Lagos Murtala Muhammed

15h 15m

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JNB11:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 19

JNB12:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 40m

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LOS18:30Lagos Murtala Muhammed

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Mar 9

LOS10:40Lagos Murtala Muhammed

24h 05m

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JNB11:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 16

JNB23:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

10h 45m

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LOS9:30Lagos Murtala Muhammed

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Mar 2

LOS10:40Lagos Murtala Muhammed

24h 05m

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JNB11:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 16

JNB23:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

10h 45m

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LOS9:30Lagos Murtala Muhammed

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Air Côte d’Ivoire flights from Nigeria to South Africa

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Air Côte d’Ivoire

Mar 6

LOS10:50Lagos Murtala Muhammed

14h 05m

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JNB1:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 18

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 35m

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LOS22:45Lagos Murtala Muhammed

R10 382

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Mar 6

LOS10:50Lagos Murtala Muhammed

14h 05m

2 stops

JNB1:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 15

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 35m

2 stops

LOS22:45Lagos Murtala Muhammed

R11 520

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Mar 2

LOS10:35Lagos Murtala Muhammed

14h 20m

2 stops

JNB1:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 15

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 35m

2 stops

LOS22:45Lagos Murtala Muhammed

R12 730

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Nigeria to South Africa

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Nigeria is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R10 859, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in March, then you should wait until April to fly from Nigeria, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R10 951.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Nigeria. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was R0. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Nigeria to South Africa on a Wednesday will generally be more expensive and average around R17 605. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Flying to South Africa from Nigeria in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R10 691 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the evening when prices are around R17 437.

What is the cheapest Nigeria to South Africa flight route?

Fly from Lagos Murtala Muhammed to Johannesburg OR Tambo for the best Nigeria - South Africa flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Nigeria when booking 23 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R11 757 when searching 23 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Nigeria for as low as R9 594 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Nigeria to South Africa flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Nigeria to South Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Cheap Nigeria to South Africa flight deals and tips

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Best price found	R5 907
Fastest flight time	5h 55m
Direct flights	Mon, Thu, Fri and Sat
Airports in South Africa	2 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Nigeria in the past 72 hours is R5 907. The best return flight deal from Nigeria to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R9 557.

The fastest flight from Nigeria to South Africa takes 5h 55m

Direct flights go from Nigeria to South Africa on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Airline offering direct flights is South African..

There are 2 airports near South Africa: Cape Town Intl (CPT), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Nigeria to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Nigeria to South Africa refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Nigeria to South Africa?
As of February 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Nigeria to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Nigeria 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 stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Nigeria 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 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.
What is the most popular plane model from Nigeria to South Africa?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Nigeria to South Africa is Airbus A330-300 (66,50% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Embraer 195 E2 (15,53%), Airbus A340-300 (13,59%), and Embraer 190 (1,94%).

Best airlines flying from Nigeria to South Africa

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Nigeria to South Africa with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air Côte d’Ivoire	PriceFrom R6 684	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 28 reviews	Search Air Côte d’Ivoire flights
ASKY	PriceFrom R7 946	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 52 reviews	Search ASKY flights
Uganda Airlines	PriceFrom R9 141	Free Cancellation	Rating 4,0 3 reviews	Search Uganda Airlines flights
TAAG	PriceFrom R9 219	Free Cancellation	Rating 5,8 19 reviews	Search TAAG flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R9 406	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 776 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R10 693	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 263 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Air Peace	PriceFrom R10 924	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,0 11 reviews	Search Air Peace flights
South African	PriceFrom R11 294	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 44 reviews	Search South African flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom R11 583	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 28 reviews	Search RwandAir flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom R12 479	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 367 reviews	Search Egyptair flights

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

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to South Africa from Nigeria with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights from Nigeria to South Africa?

Once you have performed a search for Nigeria to South Africa flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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

If you are simply researching potential flights to South Africa, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to South Africa from Nigeria and alert you when they change.