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Recent flights found to popular cities in South Africa

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Turkish Airlines
May 14
IAD
39h 05m
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JNB
May 21
JNB
23h 50m
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IAD
Turkish Airlines
May 6
IAD
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JNB
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JNB
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Turkish Airlines
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IAD
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JNB
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JNB
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Ethiopian Air
May 8
ORD
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JNB
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ORD
Ethiopian Air
May 7
ATL
27h 35m
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May 20
JNB
24h 25m
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ATL
Ethiopian Air
May 1
EWR
24h 10m
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JNB
May 8
JNB
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Turkish Airlines
Apr 27
EWR
28h 05m
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JNB
May 13
JNB
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EWR
Turkish Airlines
May 5
IAD
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JNB
May 15
JNB
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IAD
Ethiopian Air
May 6
IAD
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JNB
May 13
JNB
24h 25m
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IAD
Turkish Airlines
Aug 28
IAD
39h 05m
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JNB
Sep 11
JNB
31h 55m
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IAD
Turkish Airlines
Sep 9
JFK
21h 50m
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JNB
Oct 15
JNB
40h 35m
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Turkish Airlines
Aug 28
IAD
39h 05m
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JNB
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JNB
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Ethiopian Air
May 5
IAD
21h 40m
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CPT
May 22
CPT
25h 05m
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IAD
Ethiopian Air
May 5
IAD
21h 40m
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CPT
May 22
CPT
25h 05m
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IAD
Turkish Airlines
May 5
LAX
37h 10m
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CPT
May 20
CPT
34h 25m
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LAX
Turkish Airlines
May 14
LAX
37h 10m
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CPT
May 21
CPT
28h 10m
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Turkish Airlines
May 20
LAX
37h 10m
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CPT
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CPT
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LAX
Turkish Airlines
May 20
LAX
37h 10m
1 stop
CPT
Jun 5
CPT
28h 10m
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LAX
British Airways
May 17
EWR
31h 35m
1 stop
CPT
May 23
CPT
30h 30m
1 stop
EWR
British Airways
May 7
JFK
21h 10m
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CPT
May 13
CPT
28h 40m
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British Airways
May 4
IAD
33h 35m
1 stop
CPT
May 13
CPT
31h 10m
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Turkish Airlines
Aug 11
IAD
32h 10m
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CPT
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CPT
33h 10m
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British Airways
May 4
BWI
31h 40m
1 stop
CPT
May 13
CPT
30h 40m
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Multiple Airlines
Apr 27
IAD
43h 37m
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CPT
May 4
CPT
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IAD
Multiple Airlines
Jun 1
ORD
38h 55m
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PLZ
36h 10m
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ORD
Multiple Airlines
May 14
LAX
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PLZ
May 26
PLZ
31h 35m
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LAX
Multiple Airlines
Jun 1
RDU
38h 35m
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PLZ
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PLZ
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Jun 1
ORD
37h 30m
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PLZ
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PLZ
38h 15m
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ORD
Multiple Airlines
May 1
JFK
36h 15m
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PLZ
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PLZ
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Multiple Airlines
Apr 30
JFK
49h 05m
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PLZ
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PLZ
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Multiple Airlines
May 31
JFK
35h 35m
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PLZ
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PLZ
35h 15m
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Multiple Airlines
May 31
ORD
40h 55m
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PLZ
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PLZ
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British Airways
May 16
ORD
38h 50m
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PLZ
31h 10m
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May 31
ORD
40h 55m
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PLZ
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PLZ
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ORD
Multiple Airlines
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ORD
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PLZ
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PLZ
27h 10m
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ORD
Multiple Airlines
Apr 30
JFK
36h 40m
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PLZ
May 8
PLZ
46h 55m
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JFK
Multiple Airlines
Jun 1
JFK
38h 55m
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GRJ
Jun 8
GRJ
29h 45m
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JFK
Multiple Airlines
May 31
SEA
36h 40m
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GRJ
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GRJ
29h 45m
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SEA
Multiple Airlines
May 31
SEA
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GRJ
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SEA
Multiple Airlines
Apr 28
EWR
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GRJ
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GRJ
38h 15m
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Multiple Airlines
Apr 28
JFK
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GRJ
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GRJ
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Multiple Airlines
Jun 1
JFK
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GRJ
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Qatar Airways
Apr 27
JFK
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GRJ
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GRJ
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Multiple Airlines
Apr 27
JFK
36h 10m
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GRJ
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Multiple Airlines
Apr 28
JFK
29h 30m
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GRJ
May 6
GRJ
38h 10m
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Qatar Airways
Jun 1
IAD
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GRJ
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GRJ
31h 20m
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Qatar Airways
Apr 27
JFK
30h 25m
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GRJ
May 8
GRJ
38h 10m
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Multiple Airlines
May 1
JFK
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GRJ
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GRJ
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JFK
Multiple Airlines
Aug 12
LAX
35h 15m
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HDS
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HDS
57h 20m
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Lufthansa
Aug 12
LAX
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HDS
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Aug 12
LAX
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HDS
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Find the cheapest flights from the United States to South Africa

Recent round-trip flight deals from the United States to South Africa

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from the United States to South Africa.
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10:35 am - 8:10 pmATL-JNB
27h 35m1 stop
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2:30 pm - 8:55 amJNB-ATL
24h 25m2 stops
$857Ethiopian Air
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Wed, May 7 - Tue, May 20
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 pm - 3:55 amEWR-JNB
24h 10m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:50 pm - 7:45 pmJNB-EWR
26h 55m2 stops
$857Ethiopian Air
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Thu, May 1 - Thu, May 8
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:30 am - 10:35 amEWR-JNB
28h 05m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:50 pm - 10:35 pmJNB-EWR
34h 45m1 stop
$863Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Apr 27 - Tue, May 13
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 10:35 amJFK-JNB
21h 50m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:55 pm - 4:30 amJNB-JFK
40h 35m1 stop
$871Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Sep 9 - Wed, Oct 15
British Airways Logo
8:55 pm - 7:00 amJFK-JNB
28h 05m1 stop
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7:25 pm - 6:05 pmJNB-JFK
28h 40m1 stop
$910British Airways
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Tue, May 13 - Thu, May 22
British Airways Logo
8:55 pm - 9:25 amJFK-JNB
30h 30m1 stop
British Airways Logo
9:15 pm - 7:25 pmJNB-JFK
28h 10m1 stop
$925British Airways
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Sat, May 3 - Wed, May 14
United Airlines Logo
8:25 pm - 5:10 pmEWR-CPT
14h 45mnonstop
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7:50 pm - 5:20 amCPT-EWR
15h 30mnonstop
$1,334United Airlines
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Sun, Sep 21 - Thu, Oct 2
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 12:40 pmEWR-CPT
33h 50m1 stop
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7:50 pm - 5:20 amCPT-EWR
15h 30mnonstop
$1,343United Airlines
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Mon, Sep 29 - Thu, Oct 9
Delta Logo
1:00 pm - 7:40 pmLGA-JNB
24h 40m1 stop
Delta Logo
9:55 pm - 1:42 pmJNB-LGA
21h 47m1 stop
$1,348Delta
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Tue, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 28
Delta Logo
3:00 pm - 7:40 pmLGA-JNB
22h 40m1 stop
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9:55 pm - 4:42 pmJNB-LGA
24h 47m1 stop
$1,398Delta
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Sat, Sep 6 - Thu, Oct 16

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What is the cheapest flight to South Africa?

The best prices found on momondo for flights to South Africa are:
$30 per person with FlySafair
$51 per person with Lift
$52 per person with Airlink
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Cheap South Africa flight deals and tips

Summary info about South Africa flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$462

Best Round-Trip Price

$857

Fastest flight time

30h 50m

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November
The best one-way flight price to South Africa from United States in the last 72 hours is $462 (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Johannesburg OR Tambo).
The best round-trip flight price to South Africa from United States in the last 72 hours is $857 (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Johannesburg OR Tambo).
The fastest flight to South Africa from United States takes 30h 50m (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Johannesburg OR Tambo).
November has the highest demand for flights to South Africa, with a 22% price increase on average.

Frequently asked questions about flying to South Africa

What popular landmarks are in South Africa?

What is the best airport to land at to visit Cape Town International Convention Centre?

The closest airport to Cape Town International Convention Centre is Cape Town Airport, which is located in Cape Town. If you plan on visiting or staying in this area, landing at Cape Town Airport will be your best bet.

What airlines fly to South Africa?

What is the most popular airport in South Africa to fly to?

How much are flights to South Africa?

The cost to fly to South Africa varies based on a variety of factors, but you can expect to find prices as low as $1,128 or as high as $24,649. Based on recent airfare data, we’ve found that a ticket to South Africa for $3,300 or less is a good deal, whereas $4,035 is the average cost.

What is the best day of the week to fly to South Africa?

If your travel plans are flexible and you’re looking to save money on flights to South Africa, then be sure to book your departure on a Tuesday. Flying out on a Tuesday, as well as a Saturday, is your best option. Departing on a Friday tends to be the most expensive day of the week to fly to South Africa.

Where is it cheapest to fly into South Africa?

If you're headed to South Africa, consider flying into Johannesburg OR Tambo airport in Johannesburg for the best deals, with an average airfare of $1,128. Alternatively, Cape Town Intl airport in Cape Town is a close second for cheapest flights to South Africa with an average airfare of $1,128.

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

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

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

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

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


Why use momondo?

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

It is quick and easy to find flights to South Africa on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to South Africa that suits you.

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

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for flights to South Africa to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights to South Africa?

momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to South Africa. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

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Cheapest flight routes to South Africa

These routes have the cheapest flights to South Africa found by momondo users in United States
DepartingDestinationBest TimeBest Price
Washington, D.C.Johannesburg24h 15m$814
Washington, D.C.Cape Town14h 20m$857
NewarkJohannesburg14h 40m$857
AtlantaJohannesburg15h 05m$857
ChicagoJohannesburg19h 50m$857
BostonJohannesburg20h 10m$870
New YorkJohannesburg19h 35m$881
CharlotteJohannesburg21h 53m$882
Los AngelesCape Town24h 35m$898
BostonCape Town31h 00m$902
MiamiJohannesburg26h 55m$906
BaltimoreJohannesburg20h 55m$923
ChicagoCape Town21h 20m$925
NewarkCape Town14h 30m$930
PhiladelphiaJohannesburg29h 15m$948
Los AngelesJohannesburg26h 50m$948