R941 Cheap flights to South Africa

While there are more than just a few landmarks in South Africa, most momondo users find Hartebeespoort Dam, Sea Point Pavilion, Green Point Stadium, and Cape Town International Convention Centre to be the most interesting places to see in the country.

The closest airport to Hartebeespoort Dam is Pretoria Airport, which is located in Pretoria. If you plan on visiting or staying in this area, landing at Pretoria Airport will be your best bet.

There are 7 airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, but FlySafair, Airlink and South African happen to be the most popular among our users. In the past year, 65% of those who searched for flights to South Africa looked to travel with FlySafair, making this airline the top choice among momondo travellers.

The most popular airport in South Africa to fly to is Johannesburg OR Tambo, based on our data. In the past 12 months, 48% of all momondo users who travelled to South Africa chose to fly into Johannesburg OR Tambo airport, which is located in the city of Johannesburg.

The cheapest flight to South Africa recently found on momondo was R452. If you’re unable to find a flight deal this cheap, keep in mind that anything less than R4 089 is considered a good price for flights to South Africa. R5 400 is the average cost to fly to South Africa, while R354 328 is the most expensive.

To save money on airfare when visiting South Africa, consider Durban King Shaka Intl airport in Durban, which has the cheapest flights with an average airfare of R452. You may also consider flying to Johannesburg OR Tambo airport in Johannesburg for the second cheapest option with an average airfare of R453.

Prices for flights to South Africa refresh daily.

As of April 2025, there are 55 operators available to choose from for flights to South Africa.

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to South Africa.

The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.