How long is the flight from Louisiana to South Africa?

The flight from Louisiana 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 New Orleans (a popular airport in Louisiana) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa), then the flight time is 27h 20m on average. If you fly from Baton Rouge (another popular airport in Louisiana) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the average flight time is 33h 59m.

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

Cathay Pacific, Egyptair, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Louisiana to South Africa

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

Prices for flights from Louisiana to South Africa were last updated today.

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

As of October 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Louisiana to South Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly from Louisiana to South Africa?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Louisiana to South Africa.

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

The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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7:49 am - 10:30 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

42h 41m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

7:25 pm - 11:58 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

36h 33m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,435Qatar Airways

Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7

7:49 am - 10:30 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

42h 41m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

12:35 pm - 11:58 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

43h 23m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,435Qatar Airways

Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7

3:45 pm - 7:25 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

55h 40m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Hong Kong Intl

11:00 am - 5:42 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

62h 42m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,469Cathay Pacific

Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Nov 30

12:33 pm - 7:25 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

58h 52m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Hong Kong Intl

11:00 am - 8:02 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

41h 02m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,482Cathay Pacific

Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Dec 7

6:03 pm - 8:25 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

54h 22m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:50 am - 5:07 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

39h 17m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,482Etihad Airways

Tue, Jan 19 - Fri, Jan 29

7:46 am - 6:35 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

8:50 pm - 4:06 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

27h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,506Delta

Sat, Nov 28 - Sun, Dec 6

5:13 pm - 6:35 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

8:50 pm - 2:29 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

25h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,506Delta

Sun, Nov 29 - Sun, Dec 6

5:13 pm - 6:35 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

8:50 pm - 12:01 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

23h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,506Delta

Mon, Nov 30 - Sun, Dec 6

10:32 am - 10:30 amBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-CPT Cape Town Intl

39h 58m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl

12:35 pm - 10:57 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

42h 22m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,597Qatar Airways

Sun, Jan 31 - Thu, Feb 4

4:42 pm - 10:30 amBTR Baton Rouge Ryan-CPT Cape Town Intl

33h 48m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl

12:35 pm - 2:11 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan

33h 36m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,597Qatar Airways

Sun, Jan 31 - Thu, Feb 4

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Delta flights from Louisiana to South Africa

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Delta

Nov 28

MSY7:46 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

26h 49m

1 stop

CPT6:35 pmCape Town Intl

Dec 7

CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl

20h 13m

1 stop

MSY9:03 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

$1,506

Delta

Nov 28

MSY5:56 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

40h 39m

2 stops

CPT6:35 pmCape Town Intl

Dec 6

CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl

26h 41m

2 stops

MSY3:31 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

$1,524

Delta

Jan 19

MSY11:14 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

23h 56m

1 stop

JNB7:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 29

JNB9:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 46m

1 stop

MSY6:06 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

$1,531

Air Canada flights from Louisiana to South Africa

Our best Air Canada deals on Louisiana to South Africa flight tickets

Air Canada

Jan 19

MSY12:38 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

37h 02m

3 stops

JNB9:40 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 29

JNB7:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

35h 03m

3 stops

MSY10:58 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

$1,656

Air Canada

Jan 19

MSY12:38 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

37h 02m

3 stops

JNB9:40 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 29

JNB7:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

35h 03m

3 stops

MSY10:58 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

$1,783

Air Canada

Nov 23

MSY12:33 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

37h 07m

3 stops

JNB9:40 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 7

JNB7:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

46h 41m

3 stops

MSY10:26 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

$1,895

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New OrleansCape Town

MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - CPT Cape Town Intl

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 2/3

7:49 am-10:30 am

2 stops42h 41m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/7

7:25 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops36h 33m

$1,435

New OrleansCape Town

MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - CPT Cape Town Intl

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 2/3

7:49 am-10:30 am

2 stops42h 41m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/7

12:35 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops43h 23m

$1,435

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 11/24

3:45 pm-7:25 am

2 stops55h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/30

11:00 am-5:42 pm

2 stops62h 42m

$1,469

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 11/23

12:33 pm-7:25 am

2 stops58h 52m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/7

11:00 am-8:02 pm

2 stops41h 02m

$1,482

New OrleansJohannesburg

MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

MSYJNB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 1/19

6:03 pm-8:25 am

2 stops54h 22m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/29

9:50 am-5:07 pm

2 stops39h 17m

$1,482

New OrleansCape Town

MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - CPT Cape Town Intl

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/28

7:46 am-6:35 pm

1 stop26h 49m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/6

8:50 pm-4:06 pm

1 stop27h 16m

$1,506

New OrleansCape Town

MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - CPT Cape Town Intl

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 11/29

5:13 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop17h 22m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/6

8:50 pm-2:29 pm

1 stop25h 39m

$1,506

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New OrleansCape Town

MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - CPT Cape Town Intl

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 11/30

5:13 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop17h 22m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/6

8:50 pm-12:01 pm

1 stop23h 11m

$1,506

Baton RougeCape Town

BTR Baton Rouge Ryan - CPT Cape Town Intl

BTRCPT

Baton Rouge Ryan

Sun 1/31

10:32 am-10:30 am

2 stops39h 58m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/4

12:35 pm-10:57 pm

2 stops42h 22m

$1,597

Baton RougeCape Town

BTR Baton Rouge Ryan - CPT Cape Town Intl

BTRCPT

Baton Rouge Ryan

Sun 1/31

4:42 pm-10:30 am

2 stops33h 48m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/4

12:35 pm-2:11 pm

2 stops33h 36m

$1,597

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Louisiana to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,292. The month of January is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from Louisiana averaging around $1,306.

Can stopping save me money on Louisiana to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a Louisiana to South Africa flight.

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Best Price Found	$759
Fastest flight time	23h 35m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Louisiana in the past 72 hours is $759. The best round-trip flight deal from Louisiana to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,435.

The fastest flight from Louisiana to South Africa takes 23h 35m

There are no direct flights from Louisiana to South Africa. There are no popular flight routes from Louisiana to South Africa.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Louisiana to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Louisiana to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Louisiana to South Africa were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Louisiana to South Africa?
As of October 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Louisiana to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Louisiana to South Africa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Louisiana to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Louisiana to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $1,134	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,690 reviews		Search Delta flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,587	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,714 reviews		Search Qatar Airways flights

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