Cheap flights from South Africa to the United States from $376
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What is the cheapest month to fly to United States?
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 $843. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to United States from South Africa during May instead. Flights to United States in May, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $852.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to United States?
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 $1,226. 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 Wednesday because tickets tend to average around $1,370. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights 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 in the evening because they tend to be around $1,300. 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo to Los Angeles for the best South Africa - United States flight prices
How far in advance should I book a flight to United States?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to United States from South Africa when booking 17 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to United States for around $901 when searching 17 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 $826 on momondo.
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.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to United States?
Etihad Airways, Kenya Airways, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to United States
What airlines fly to United States?
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 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to United States. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to United States on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
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 2 per day as of April 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 April 2025, 14 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 14% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
Cheap South Africa to United States flight deals and tips
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Best Price Found | $376 |
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Fastest flight time | 15h 30m |
Direct flights | Every day |
Airports in United States | 5 airports |
When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to United States?
Prices for flights from South Africa to United States were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to United States?
As of April 2025, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to United States.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to United States?
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.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United States?
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.
What is the most popular plane model from South Africa to United States?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between South Africa and United States, the leading plane model is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, making up 91.12% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A350-900 with 7.64%, Boeing 777 with 0.62%, and Boeing 777-300ER with 0.27%.
Best airlines flying from South Africa to United States
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $464 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,917 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $662 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,667 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $667 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 1,194 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $695 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 3,554 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $708 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.8 262 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $726 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.8 1,329 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $770 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 766 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $812 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 642 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $874 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.6 6,767 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $934 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.3 3,767 reviews |
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Can I find flights from South Africa to United States with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Flights from South Africa to United States with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.
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