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

The flight from United States 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 Boston (a popular airport in United States) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa), then the flight time is 18h 31m on average. If you fly from Miami (another popular airport in United States) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the average flight time is 19h 45m.

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

According to our data, Delta have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 24% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What airlines fly to South Africa?

Delta, United Airlines and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from United States according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 23 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

Kenya Airways, Air Côte d’Ivoire, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from United States to South Africa

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

As of May 2026, there are 30 flights per week flying from United States to South Africa. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

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

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

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

Prices for flights from United States to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of May 2026, there are 21 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to South Africa.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from United States 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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Q: How often are flights from the United States to South Africa delayed?

Historically, on average around 32% of flights between United States and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 147 minutes.

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JNB

25h 40m

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8:55 pm - 3:10 pm

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JFK

24h 15m

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$948Qatar Airways

Wed, Aug 26 - Mon, Sep 7

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JNB

37h 25m

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31h 55m

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Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Oct 20

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JNB

30h 40m

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31h 55m

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Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Oct 20

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JNB

24h 10m

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EWR

26h 55m

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Thu, May 21 - Wed, Jun 10

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26h 55m

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Fri, May 22 - Sat, May 30

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18h 50m

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LGA

22h 36m

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$1,575Delta

Mon, Oct 12 - Fri, Oct 23

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38h 20m

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8:05 pm - 10:43 am

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LGA

20h 38m

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$1,579Delta

Fri, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 20

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CPT

37h 32m

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LGA

24h 13m

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$1,581United Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Fri, Oct 30

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May 18

EWR1:00 pmNewark

36h 10m

1 stop

JNB7:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 25

JNB9:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

42h 15m

1 stop

EWR10:00 amNewark

$1,323

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May 4

EWR1:00 pmNewark

36h 10m

1 stop

JNB7:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 11

JNB9:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

42h 15m

1 stop

EWR10:00 amNewark

$1,327

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May 25

EWR1:00 pmNewark

36h 10m

1 stop

JNB7:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 8

JNB9:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

42h 45m

1 stop

EWR10:30 amNewark

$1,344

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Aug 26

JFK1:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 40m

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JNB9:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 7

JNB8:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

24h 15m

1 stop

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$948

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Aug 12

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 00m

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Sep 9

JNB8:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

24h 15m

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Aug 23

JFK1:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 40m

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JNB12:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 30m

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Mon 10/12

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Fri 10/23

8:05 pm-12:41 pm

1 stop22h 36m

$1,575

New YorkCape Town

LGA - CPT

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Tue 10/20

8:05 pm-10:43 am

1 stop20h 38m

$1,579

New YorkCape Town

LGA - CPT

LGACPT

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7:48 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop37h 32m

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1 stop24h 13m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from United States to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,272. The month of February is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from United States averaging around $1,272.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from United States when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around $1,255 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from United States for as low as $1,078 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	14h 25m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in South Africa	65 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from United States in the past 72 hours is $1,005. The best round-trip flight deal from United States to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,659.

The fastest flight from United States to South Africa takes 14h 25m

Direct flights go from United States to South Africa every day.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from United States to South Africa?
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As of May 2026, there are 21 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from United States to South Africa?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from United States 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.
What is the most popular plane model from United States to South Africa?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from United States to South Africa is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (44.67% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A350-900 (22.87%), Airbus A340-300 (11.89%), and Airbus A320 (sharklets) (11.31%).

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $110	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 999 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $614	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,723 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $674	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,935 reviews	Search SWISS flights
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American Airlines	PriceFrom $853	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,674 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $865	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,432 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $867	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,943 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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