Question 1

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to United States?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest time of day to fly to United States is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $816. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $1,230. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

Question 2

How many flights depart from South Africa to United States on average per week?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, 13 flights take off from South Africa and land in United States each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 3

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to United States flights?

Accepted Answer

You could potentially save up to 45% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to United States flight.

Question 4

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to the United States flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 5

What cabin class options are available on South Africa to United States flights?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa to United States flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 6

How often are flights from South Africa to the United States delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between South Africa and United States have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 170 minutes.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to United States

Question 8

How far in advance should I book a flight to United States?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to United States from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to United States for around $899 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to United States from South Africa for as low as $842 on momondo.

Question 9

How many flights depart from South Africa to United States on average per day?

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between South Africa and United States is 1 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 9:00PM, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

Question 10

What is the cheapest South Africa to United States flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from Cape Town Intl to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson for the best South Africa - United States flight prices

Question 11

How long is the flight from South Africa to United States?

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Flight times vary depending on what airport in South Africa you fly out of and what airport in United States you fly into. For example, flying from Cape Town to Los Angeles takes 24h 55m on average. On the other hand, flying from Johannesburg to Los Angeles takes 25h 30m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

Question 12

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to the United States flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 12% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 13

What is the cheapest month to fly to United States?

Accepted Answer

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to United States. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $849. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to United States from South Africa during September instead. Flights to United States in September, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $855.

Question 14

What airlines fly to United States?

Accepted Answer

Delta, United Airlines and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to United States from South Africa according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to United States. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to United States on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 15

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to United States?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to United States from South Africa. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $988. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $1,175. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to United States.

Question 16

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to United States.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

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 South Africa to United States.

Question 20

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United States?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to United States 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 United States. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to United States?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to United States?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to United States?

The cheapest time of day to fly to United States is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $816. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $1,230. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest South Africa to United States flight route?

Fly from Cape Town Intl to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson for the best South Africa - United States flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to United States?

What cabin class options are available on South Africa to United States flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa to United States flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to United States flights?

You could potentially save up to 45% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to United States flight.

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

Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to United States

What airlines fly to United States?

How often are flights from South Africa to the United States delayed?

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between South Africa and United States have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 170 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to the United States flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to the United States flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 12% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from South Africa to United States on average per day?

The number of flights available between South Africa and United States is 1 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 9:00PM, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

How many flights depart from South Africa to United States on average per week?

As of December 2025, 13 flights take off from South Africa and land in United States each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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