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. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 22 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 23% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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.

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

As of February 2026, there are 32 flights per week flying from United States to South Africa. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.

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

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

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 Miami (a popular airport in United States) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa), then the flight time is 19h 25m on average. If you fly from Boston (another popular airport in United States) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the average flight time is 19h 55m.

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 February 2026, there are 20 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 141 minutes.

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8:55 pm - 3:55 am

JFK

JNB

24h 00m

2 stops

11:00 pm - 7:55 pm

JNB

JFK

26h 55m

2 stops

$834Ethiopian Air

Mon, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 17

9:50 pm - 10:50 am

ATL

JNB

30h 00m

1 stop

7:10 pm - 7:45 pm

JNB

ATL

31h 35m

1 stop

$842Turkish Airlines

Tue, Feb 17 - Tue, Feb 24

6:50 pm - 10:10 pm

IAD

CPT

45h 20m

2 stops

2:30 pm - 6:08 pm

CPT

IAD

33h 38m

3 stops

$858Kenya Airways

Tue, Apr 28 - Sun, May 3

1:45 pm - 3:50 pm

JFK

JNB

19h 05m

1 stop

5:00 pm - 7:35 am

JNB

JFK

20h 35m

1 stop

$864Kenya Airways

Wed, Mar 4 - Thu, Mar 12

1:00 pm - 7:15 pm

LGA

CPT

23h 15m

1 stop

9:30 pm - 12:42 pm

CPT

LGA

22h 12m

1 stop

$1,335Delta

Sun, Feb 15 - Mon, Mar 2

8:00 pm - 7:15 pm

LGA

CPT

40h 15m

1 stop

9:30 pm - 5:11 pm

CPT

LGA

26h 41m

1 stop

$1,345Delta

Fri, Feb 20 - Thu, Mar 5

2:12 pm - 4:00 am

LGA

JNB

31h 48m

2 stops

8:40 pm - 8:59 pm

JNB

LGA

30h 19m

2 stops

$1,358Qatar Airways

Wed, Apr 8 - Mon, Apr 13

5:46 pm - 3:55 am

LGA

JNB

27h 09m

2 stops

8:30 pm - 9:34 pm

JNB

LGA

31h 04m

2 stops

$1,372Qatar Airways

Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 10

10:25 am - 7:40 am

LGA

CPT

38h 15m

2 stops

8:50 pm - 9:44 am

CPT

LGA

19h 54m

1 stop

$1,391United Airlines

Tue, Feb 17 - Tue, Feb 24

2:59 pm - 4:10 pm

LGA

CPT

18h 11m

1 stop

6:45 pm - 2:28 pm

CPT

LGA

49h 43m

2 stops

$1,411United Airlines

Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 9

Etihad Airways flights from United States to South Africa

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Etihad Airways

Mar 19

JFK3:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 35m

1 stop

JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 3

JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

36h 10m

1 stop

JFK4:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$875

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Mar 16

JFK3:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 35m

1 stop

JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 17

JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

36h 10m

1 stop

JFK4:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$891

Etihad Airways

Mar 4

JFK3:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 15

JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

36h 35m

1 stop

JFK4:25 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$909

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Mar 2

LGA6:05 amNew York LaGuardia

45h 25m

2 stops

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 17

JNB8:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 48m

2 stops

LGA7:03 pmNew York LaGuardia

$1,510

Air Canada

Feb 10

LGA3:20 pmNew York LaGuardia

35h 10m

2 stops

JNB9:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 18

JNB8:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 47m

2 stops

LGA7:02 pmNew York LaGuardia

$1,636

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Mon 3/2

8:55 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 00m

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11:00 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops26h 55m

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ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 2/17

9:50 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/24

7:10 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop31h 35m

$842

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/28

6:50 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops45h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/3

2:30 pm-6:08 pm

3 stops33h 38m

$858

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JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/4

1:45 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop19h 05m

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Thu 3/12

5:00 pm-7:35 am

1 stop20h 35m

$864

New YorkCape Town

LGA - CPT

LGACPT

New York LaGuardia

Sun 2/15

1:00 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop23h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/2

9:30 pm-12:42 pm

1 stop22h 12m

$1,335

New YorkCape Town

LGA - CPT

LGACPT

New York LaGuardia

Fri 2/20

8:00 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop40h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/5

9:30 pm-5:11 pm

1 stop26h 41m

$1,345

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LGA - JNB

LGAJNB

New York LaGuardia

Wed 4/8

2:12 pm-4:00 am

2 stops31h 48m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/13

8:40 pm-8:59 pm

2 stops30h 19m

$1,358

New YorkJohannesburg

LGA - JNB

LGAJNB

New York LaGuardia

Tue 3/3

5:46 pm-3:55 am

2 stops27h 09m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/10

8:30 pm-9:34 pm

2 stops31h 04m

$1,372

New YorkCape Town

LGA - CPT

LGACPT

New York LaGuardia

Tue 2/17

10:25 am-7:40 am

2 stops38h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/24

8:50 pm-9:44 am

1 stop19h 54m

$1,391

New YorkCape Town

LGA - CPT

LGACPT

New York LaGuardia

Mon 3/2

2:59 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 11m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/9

6:45 pm-2:28 pm

2 stops49h 43m

$1,411

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, March 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 $1,113. The month of April is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from United States averaging around $1,164.

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 $1,254 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 $883 on momondo.

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

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

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Best Price Found	$922
Fastest flight time	14h 20m
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 $922. The best round-trip flight deal from United States to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,366.

The fastest flight from United States to South Africa takes 14h 20m

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

There are 65 airports in South Africa. From United States there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

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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 February 2026, there are 20 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 (59.50% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A350-900 (20.64%), Airbus A340-300 (7.33%), and Airbus A320 (sharklets) (6.46%).

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Condor	PriceFrom $480	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.4 399 reviews	Search Condor flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $484	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,864 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $768	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 955 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $776	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,210 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $776	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,448 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom $778	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,531 reviews	Search Air France flights
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American Airlines	PriceFrom $814	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,217 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
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Can stopping save me money on United States to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 46% on your flight if you consider stops on a United States to South Africa flight.

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

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

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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 141 minutes.

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 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. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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 23% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

As of February 2026, there are 32 flights per week flying from United States to South Africa. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.

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