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

SWISS, Qatar Airways, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Kentucky to South Africa

How long is the flight from Kentucky to South Africa?

The flight from Kentucky to South Africa depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Lexington (a popular airport in Kentucky) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa), then the flight time is 25h 08m on average. If you fly from Louisville (another popular airport in Kentucky) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the average flight time is 34h 25m.

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

Prices for flights from Kentucky to South Africa refresh daily.

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

There are 4 operators available for flights from Kentucky to South Africa as of August 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Kentucky 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 from Kentucky to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Africa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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3:03 pm - 8:05 amTYS-CPT

35h 02m2 stops

8:50 pm - 9:04 pmCPT-TYS

31h 14m2 stops

$1,031American Airlines

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Mon, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 18

1:24 pm - 12:10 pmBNA-CPT

38h 46m2 stops

8:35 pm - 6:46 pmCPT-BNA

30h 11m2 stops

$1,031American Airlines

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Fri, Nov 21 - Sun, Nov 30

1:24 pm - 12:10 pmBNA-CPT

38h 46m2 stops

8:35 pm - 11:54 pmCPT-BNA

35h 19m2 stops

$1,033American Airlines

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Fri, Nov 21 - Sun, Nov 30

6:12 pm - 12:10 pmBNA-CPT

34h 58m2 stops

8:35 pm - 4:15 pmCPT-BNA

27h 40m1 stop

$1,115British Airways

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Sat, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 2

6:25 pm - 10:20 amBNA-CPT

31h 55m1 stop

8:50 pm - 4:15 pmCPT-BNA

27h 25m1 stop

$1,136British Airways

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Thu, Jan 8 - Fri, Jan 16

8:44 am - 8:20 amCVG-JNB

41h 36m2 stops

9:50 am - 9:26 pmJNB-CVG

41h 36m2 stops

$1,193

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Mon, Oct 6 - Sun, Oct 19

8:57 am - 8:20 amBNA-JNB

40h 23m2 stops

9:50 am - 12:40 pmJNB-BNA

33h 50m2 stops

$1,199

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Thu, Aug 28 - Wed, Sep 10

6:14 pm - 5:50 pmTYS-CPT

17h 36m1 stop

8:05 pm - 3:38 pmCPT-TYS

25h 33m1 stop

$1,271Delta

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Thu, Sep 4 - Fri, Sep 26

1:00 pm - 5:50 pmTYS-CPT

22h 50m2 stops

8:05 pm - 12:03 pmCPT-TYS

21h 58m2 stops

$1,275Delta

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Thu, Sep 4 - Fri, Sep 26

10:45 am - 8:20 amBNA-JNB

38h 35m2 stops

9:50 am - 9:37 pmJNB-BNA

42h 47m2 stops

$1,279Etihad Airways

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Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 20

Virgin Atlantic flights from Kentucky to South Africa

Our best Virgin Atlantic deals on Kentucky to South Africa flight tickets

Virgin Atlantic

Oct 6

CVG7:57 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

17h 43m

1 stop

JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 19

JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 59m

1 stop

CVG6:54 pmCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

$1,371

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Virgin Atlantic

Oct 2

BNA2:18 pmNashville Intl

22h 22m

1 stop

JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 9

JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

27h 50m

1 stop

BNA6:45 pmNashville Intl

$1,637

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Virgin Atlantic

Aug 19

BNA12:58 pmNashville Intl

23h 42m

1 stop

JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 24

JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

27h 29m

1 stop

BNA6:24 pmNashville Intl

$1,658

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Qatar Airways flights from Kentucky to South Africa

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Kentucky to South Africa flight tickets

Qatar Airways

Oct 2

BNA6:25 pmNashville Intl

38h 45m

2 stops

JNB4:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 9

JNB1:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

40h 57m

2 stops

BNA11:52 pmNashville Intl

$1,425

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Qatar Airways

Sep 4

TYS6:24 pmKnoxville McGhee Tyson

34h 26m

2 stops

CPT10:50 amCape Town Intl

Sep 22

CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl

32h 41m

2 stops

TYS3:41 pmKnoxville McGhee Tyson

$1,470

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Qatar Airways

Sep 4

TYS4:37 pmKnoxville McGhee Tyson

36h 13m

2 stops

CPT10:50 amCape Town Intl

Sep 24

CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl

32h 41m

2 stops

TYS3:41 pmKnoxville McGhee Tyson

$1,495

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KnoxvilleCape Town

TYS - CPT

TYSCPT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 10/27

3:03 pm-8:05 am

2 stops35h 02m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/18

8:50 pm-9:04 pm

2 stops31h 14m

$1,031

NashvilleCape Town

BNA - CPT

BNACPT

Nashville Intl

Fri 11/21

1:24 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops38h 46m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/30

8:35 pm-6:46 pm

2 stops30h 11m

$1,031

NashvilleCape Town

BNA - CPT

BNACPT

Nashville Intl

Fri 11/21

1:24 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops38h 46m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/30

8:35 pm-11:54 pm

2 stops35h 19m

$1,033

NashvilleCape Town

BNA - CPT

BNACPT

Nashville Intl

Sat 10/25

6:12 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops34h 58m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/2

8:35 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$1,115

NashvilleCape Town

BNA - CPT

BNACPT

Nashville Intl

Thu 1/8

6:25 pm-10:20 am

1 stop31h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/16

8:50 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop27h 25m

$1,136

CincinnatiJohannesburg

CVG - JNB

CVGJNB

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 10/6

8:44 am-8:20 am

2 stops41h 36m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/19

9:50 am-9:26 pm

2 stops41h 36m

$1,193

NashvilleJohannesburg

BNA - JNB

BNAJNB

Nashville Intl

Thu 8/28

8:57 am-8:20 am

2 stops40h 23m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/10

9:50 am-12:40 pm

2 stops33h 50m

$1,199

KnoxvilleCape Town

TYS - CPT

TYSCPT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 9/4

6:14 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop17h 36m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/26

8:05 pm-3:38 pm

1 stop25h 33m

$1,271

KnoxvilleCape Town

TYS - CPT

TYSCPT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 9/4

1:00 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops22h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/26

8:05 pm-12:03 pm

2 stops21h 58m

$1,275

NashvilleJohannesburg

BNA - JNB

BNAJNB

Nashville Intl

Sat 9/13

10:45 am-8:20 am

2 stops38h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/20

9:50 am-9:37 pm

2 stops42h 47m

$1,279

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Kentucky to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,174. The month of January is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from Kentucky averaging around $1,331.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,262. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to South Africa on Friday is $2,058.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to South Africa is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,234. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the afternoon when prices are around $1,941.

Cheap Kentucky to South Africa flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Kentucky to South Africa

Best Price Found	$613
Fastest flight time	17h 36m
Direct flights	None
Airports in South Africa	2 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Kentucky in the past 72 hours is $613. The best round-trip flight deal from Kentucky to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,031.

The fastest flight from Kentucky to South Africa takes 17h 36m

There are no direct flights from Kentucky to South Africa. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport and Nashville Intl Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport.

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 Kentucky to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Kentucky to South Africa refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Kentucky to South Africa?
There are 4 operators available for flights from Kentucky to South Africa as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Kentucky 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 from Kentucky to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Africa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Kentucky to South Africa?

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

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