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Cheap flights to South Africa from S$ 1,151

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21-8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Flights to South Africa in 2024

Find the latest flights to South Africa in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 219,671 searches and data was last updated on 28 March 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

S$ 1,205

Return from

S$ 911

One-way from

S$ 659
High demand for flights, 6% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for return flights in March 2024
From Singapore Changi to Johannesburg
One-way flight from Singapore Changi (SIN) to South Africa

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Cheap flights to South Africa in March & April 2024

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The lowest-priced flights departing to South Africa in March and April 2024 can be found below. Check back soon for alternative prices as deals update often.
Cheap flights to Johannesburg
Wed 24-422:00JFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 3-523:00JNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27-3S$ 1,210
Mon 8-422:00JFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 16-422:35JNB - JFK
2 stops27h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27-3S$ 1,261
Sat 27-422:00JFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 5-523:00JNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27-3S$ 1,278
Sat 27-422:00JFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 7-523:00JNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27-3S$ 1,329
Mon 15-422:00JFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 23-410:15JNB - JFK
3 stops39h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27-3S$ 1,410
Mon 15-422:00JFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 26-414:30JNB - JFK
2 stops35h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27-3S$ 1,412
Mon 8-422:00JFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 16-410:15JNB - JFK
3 stops39h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27-3S$ 1,461
Sat 27-422:00JFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 7-510:15JNB - JFK
3 stops39h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27-3S$ 1,477
Wed 10-422:00JFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 21-422:35JNB - JFK
2 stops27h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27-3S$ 1,489

South Africa 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for South Africa in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 219,671 searches and data were last updated on 28 March 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to South Africa in 2024 at this time. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Tue 12-1100:40JFK - JNB
1 stop27h 25mTurkish Airlines
Sun 17-1119:15JNB - JFK
1 stop33h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 26-3S$ 1,203
Wed 30-1021:55JFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 17-1123:00JNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26-3S$ 1,210
Mon 8-422:00JFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 16-422:35JNB - JFK
2 stops27h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27-3S$ 1,261
Sat 11-522:00JFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 21-523:00JNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27-3S$ 1,278
Sat 27-422:00JFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 7-523:00JNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27-3S$ 1,329
Mon 30-922:00JFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 8-1010:15JNB - JFK
3 stops39h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27-3S$ 1,376

One-way flights to South Africa

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Take a look at some of the best available flights traveling to South Africa at this time. Book a round-trip flight to South Africa instead by using the search form above.
Wed 21-822:35JFK - JNB
1 stop28h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26-3S$ 1,151

Find flights to South Africa within your budget

Locate flights to South Africa that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 219,671 searches and data was last updated on 28 March 2024.

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New York John F Kennedy IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 24-4

2 stops23h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3-5

2 stops27h 00m

S$ 1,210

New York John F Kennedy IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10-4

1 stop28h 16m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22-4

1 stop30h 30m

S$ 1,722

New York John F Kennedy IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 14-9

1 stop19h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22-9

1 stop23h 20m

S$ 1,814

New York John F Kennedy IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 14-9

1 stop30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28-9

2 stops24h 45m

S$ 1,852

New York John F Kennedy IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11-9

2 stops21h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6-10

1 stop21h 40m

S$ 1,856

New York John F Kennedy IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 7-4

1 stop23h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17-4

1 stop25h 25m

S$ 1,885

New York John F Kennedy IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 23-5

1 stop22h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14-6

1 stop23h 30m

S$ 1,916

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Average price of flights to South Africa by month

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 S$ 1,151 while a return flight costs S$ 1,751. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.

Temperature and rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

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Temperature

10 - 20 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to South Africa. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to South Africa, you should look to book at least 10 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to South Africa. Reviews last updated 28 March 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing South Africa, such as Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines and Ethiopian Air. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
1,512 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.9

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

8.3
Very Good
1,512 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,512 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.9

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

8.1
Very Good
4,166 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,512 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.9

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

7.9
Good
1,691 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,512 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.9

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

7.9
Good
1,198 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,512 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.9

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

7.7
Good
4,558 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,512 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.9

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

Where are the most popular flight destinations in South Africa?

The most popular flight destination in South Africa, according to our users, is Johannesburg, followed by Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth and Hoedspruit.

At the southern most tip of Africa, where the Atlantic Ocean seamlessly meets the Indian Ocean rests South Africa. Plagued with a turbulent past this remarkable country has finally found its identity; one that intrepid travellers are quickly discovering can be mesmeric. It is this innate characteristic that draws thousands to book flights to South Africa annually.

The most popular stop for travellers taking flights to South Africa is Cape Town. The oldest city in southern Africa is by far the most progressive, with its trendy restaurants, buzzing nightlife and quirky shops. North of Cape Town is the vibrant, brash city of Johannesburg which most travellers visit on their way to Kruger Park – the biggest and most famous wildlife reserve in the world.

The towns along the coast of the country are also well worth a visit. Durban, in the northeastern province of KwaZulu-Natal, has the best surf beaches while Port Elizabeth’s quaint cafes provide a good rest-stop on the way to the Garden Route. This coastal strip with its lagoons, forests and stunning beaches has become the second most popular destination after Cape Town.

South Africa climate

Southern Hemisphere rules apply in South Africa. Winter is May to August; Spring September to October; Summer November to February and Autumn March to April. The climate is, in general, temperate with long sunny days. Most of the provinces have some rain in the summer, however in the Western Cape rain falls during the winter months.

Getting around South Africa

There are eight domestic airlines operating flights around South Africa. British Airways flies from Johannesburg to Cape Town, Durban and Port Elizabeth, and between Cape Town and Durban. South African Airways, the national carrier, flies to several destinations including Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban, George, Upington, Kimberley, East London, Mthatha, Margate, and Sun City. South African Express flies between Johannesburg, Cape Town, East London and George and several other cities.

Other airlines offering domestic flights include Kululu.com, Mango and Nationwide. There are also smaller charter airlines

Intercape, Greyhound and Translux offer services around the country.

Rail: Spoornet connects the major cities; Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth, Cape Town or Durban for example. The Blue Train is a luxury service (scheduled and charter) that runs Pretoria – Cape Town – Pretoria. There are special packaged routes too. Rovos Rail is another luxury service and the Steam Train Company offers scenic tours old-style.

Roads are good and car rental companies with branches at the airports and around the country include Avis, Budget and Europcar. It’s also possible to rent a motorbike or campervan/motorhome. Drive on the left.

What is good to know if travelling to South Africa?

  • South Africa has 20 national parks, of which Kruger is the largest and best-known. It was established in 1898 and is about the size of Wales. It is home to 147 mammals, 114 types of reptiles, and 507 species of birds. Among them are hippos, crocodiles, Impala antelopes (most numerous animal), zebras, buffaloes, giraffes and elephants. The big cats call Kruger home too – there are 1,500 lions, 900 leopards and 300 cheetahs. There are several rest camps throughout the park ranging from huts and family cottages to luxury guest houses.
  • Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park is composed of the Kalahari Gemsbok National Park (of South Africa) and Gemsbok National Park (of Botswana). It has more than 3.6 million hectares. In such a large space, vegetation is sparse and most of the animals concentrate around the Auob and Nossob riverbeds. Ground squirrel and suricate (meerkat) are the most numerous animals; badger, pangolin (anteater) and fox are also in residence. There are raptors (eagles, vultures, falcons and kestrels) as well as predators (cheetah, leopard, hyena and lion).
  • Whales, turtles and penguins: view breaching whales at Hermanus, south of Cape Town. The town has its own whale crier, who blows his horn in a “Morse” code, signaling the location of whales. There are African Jackass Penguins on Boulder’s Beach in Simonstown (Simon’s Town). To spot Leatherback and Loggerhead turtles nesting, head to St Lucia in KwaZulu Natal. The turtles nest between November and January and hatch between January and March.
  • Johannesburg has the Apartheid Museum and MuseuMAfricA, a history and cultural museum. Far from Austria, the South African Lipizzaners, are in action each Sunday morning in Kyalami. During Easter, the horses will dance to the music of the 1970s.
  • Take the cable car to the top of Table Mountain in Cape Town. The cable car whooshes up the mountain (1085m / 3,560 feet) in less than ten minutes and has a rotating floor offering 360-degree views of the city.
  • Trivago is a useful website for user reviews and recommendations on accommodation in South Africa. The site includes pages on a range of hotels across the country, including those in Johannesburg, Cape Town and Hermanus.
  • When is the best time to fly to South Africa?

    South Africa is a year-round destination. The best times to book flights to South Africa depends on the activity you have in mind. South Africa’s summer lasts from November to February – warm with heavy rains in the afternoons. Average winter temperatures range between 11 degrees in Johannesburg and 17 degrees in Durban; while summer temperatures hover between 29 (in Johannesburg) and 24 (in Durban). The best time to watch game is spring (August to October). Whale watchers should visit between mid-June and the end of October for Southern Right Whales and between August and December for Humpback Whales. For diving and surfing – April to September; hiking – spring and autumn as summer temperatures can be very high.

  • How long is the flight to South Africa?

    Direct flights from Singapore to South Africa take around 10h 40min on average. However, most flight services to South Africa from Singapore involve one or two stops along the way. This may increase the travel time to over 35h depending on the number of stops and the duration at each stopover, but the flight tickets will be cheaper. You can opt to travel to Cape Town or Johannesburg in South Africa from Singapore. Flights from Singapore to Cape Town take around 15h or more, while those to Johannesburg take around 10h or more. With a direct flight from Singapore to Johannesburg, you can travel to South Africa without too much trouble. However, if you have ample time, there are several cheap flights to South Africa with multiple stops.

  • Where can you get direct flights to South Africa from?

    There is currently only one direct flight available to O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg, in South Africa from Singapore. The flight duration is about 10h 40min. Fortunately, there are also several indirect flight services between Singapore and South Africa. You can fly from Singapore to either Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban or George. Some of the common stops for indirect flights from Singapore to South Africa include Doha, Amsterdam, Kuala Lumpur, Dubai, Bangkok and more.

  • What is the best way to travel around South Africa?

    You can travel around South Africa either by bus, train, car or air. If you choose to travel by bus, you can opt for buses run by Greyhound, Intercape or Baz Bus. The Baz Bus caters to backpackers and tourists by offering plenty of stops along its routes. Trains are another great way to travel around South Africa. You will be able to find daily trains travelling around Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town, East London and Port Elizabeth at affordable rates. You can also opt to travel via air between cities and towns in South Africa. You will be able to get hold of cheap South Africa flight deals by opting for early morning flights closer to your travel dates. You can also hire a car and travel around South Africa on your own.

  • What are some things to do in South Africa?

    South Africa is famous for its unique wildlife and landscape. Visitors to South Africa will not be disappointed with what this country has to offer. A visit to South Africa is incomplete without a safari; the Kruger National Park is a popular destination for safaris among the locals and tourists alike. Check out Cape Town and immerse yourself in this vibrant city that offers picturesque beaches, local food, lively bars and plenty more. If you have an affinity for surfing, you’ll want to take a trip to Jeffreys Bay near Port Elizabeth to catch some big waves. If you are a beginner, you can also enrol for some surfing lessons at Durban. Some other popular tourist destinations in South Africa include Drakensberg Mountains, Robben Island, Cape Winelands and Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve. You can also try your hand at scuba diving and whale watching in South Africa.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly to South Africa?

    Singapore passport holders can travel to South Africa for a visa-free stay for up to 90 days. Your passport has to be valid for the next six months and needs at least two blank pages for entry and exit stamps.

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