C$ 1,218 Cheap flights to South Africa

While there are more than just a few landmarks in South Africa, most momondo users find Clifton Beaches, Montecasino, Cape Town International Convention Centre, and Addo Elephant National Park to be the most interesting places to see in the country.

The closest airport to Clifton Beaches is Cape Town Airport, which is located in Cape Town. If you plan on visiting or staying in this area, landing at Cape Town Airport will be your best bet.

If you are looking to fly to South Africa for less, look to airlines like FlySafair, South African, and Airlink, with prices starting at C$ 74, C$ 112, and C$ 147 respectively.

Of the 17 airlines that fly to South Africa, KLM, British Airways and United Airlines happen to be the most favoured based on our user data. KLM is the most popular among the three airlines, with 38% of users choosing them for their travels to South Africa.

47% of our momondo users travelling to South Africa in the past year chose to fly into Johannesburg OR Tambo, making it the most popular airport in South Africa. The Johannesburg OR Tambo airport serves the city of Johannesburg.

Consider booking a flight to South Africa on a Tuesday, which is the cheapest day of the week. You will also find that flying out on a Sunday is another low-cost option. Try to avoid booking your flight to South Africa on Saturday, which tends to be the most expensive day of the week.

Prices for flights to South Africa were last updated today.

As of December 2025, there are 24 operators available to choose from for flights 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 layovers. 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 license, 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.