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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Africa from $849

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — JNB
27 Mar — 3 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 February 2026.

Thu 23/408:55
AKL
-
CAI
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/415:00
CAI
-
AKL
2 stops24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2$1,640
Tue 10/307:00
AKL
-
CAI
2 stops33h 10m
Etihad Airways
Tue 26/508:15
CAI
-
AKL
2 stops31h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/2$1,759
Tue 12/509:00
AKL
-
CAI
2 stops31h 40m
Etihad Airways
Mon 15/615:00
CAI
-
AKL
2 stops24h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/2$1,796
Mon 3/813:00
AKL
-
CAI
2 stops43h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 7/1110:15
CAI
-
AKL
2 stops36h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/2$1,806
Wed 12/809:00
AKL
-
CAI
3 stops47h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 20/814:30
CAI
-
AKL
1 stop40h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2$1,808
Sun 17/507:00
AKL
-
CAI
2 stops39h 10m
Etihad Airways
Thu 21/508:15
CAI
-
AKL
2 stops31h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/2$1,811
Mon 27/406:45
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop19h 40m
Qantas Airways
Mon 4/518:45
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop18h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 24/2$1,815
Mon 9/306:00
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 00m
Qantas Airways
Thu 12/317:30
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop19h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 23/2$1,826
Thu 19/1113:45
AKL
-
CAI
2 stops45h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 30/1105:25
CAI
-
AKL
2 stops43h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 22/2$1,831
Mon 18/506:45
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop19h 40m
Qantas Airways
Sun 31/522:30
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop19h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 21/2$1,835
Mon 1/606:00
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 25m
Qantas Airways
Mon 15/618:45
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop18h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 23/2$1,836
Sun 8/308:30
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Qantas Airways
Sun 3/522:30
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop19h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 23/2$1,838

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 25 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,561

One-way from

$849

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,969
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 12/5-15/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 88h 35m total
  • New Zealand to Africa
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 18/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 50m total
  • New Zealand to Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($89 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($113 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 25 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Africa that are best for you.

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Return

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AucklandCairo

AKL - CAI

AKLCAI

Auckland Intl

Sun 17/5

07:00-13:10

2 stops39h 10m

Cairo

Thu 21/5

08:15-00:30

2 stops31h 15m

$1,811

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/3

08:30-18:50

1 stop21h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

18:45-22:55

1 stop18h 10m

$1,838

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/3

08:30-18:50

1 stop21h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

22:30-04:05

1 stop19h 35m

$1,840

AucklandCairo

AKL - CAI

AKLCAI

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/3

07:00-05:10

2 stops33h 10m

Cairo

Tue 26/5

08:15-00:35

2 stops31h 20m

$1,917

AucklandDurban

AKL - DUR

AKLDUR

Auckland Intl

Tue 21/4

09:40-07:40

2 stops32h 00m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 2/5

15:20-00:30

2 stops23h 10m

$1,927

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Mon 18/5

23:55-18:35

1 stop28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

13:45-00:35

2 stops24h 50m

$1,947

AucklandDurban

AKL - DUR

AKLDUR

Auckland Intl

Sun 31/5

09:40-19:50

2 stops44h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 2/6

07:00-04:05

2 stops35h 05m

$1,982

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Fri 12/6

10:15-07:55

1 stop31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

11:10-11:50

1 stop38h 40m

$1,987

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Tue 9/6

10:50-18:35

1 stop41h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

19:50-13:00

2 stops31h 10m

$2,054

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Tue 9/6

10:50-18:35

1 stop41h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

19:50-23:35

2 stops41h 45m

$2,121

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Africa?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Africa (average of $1,221). Flying from New Zealand to Africa in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,675). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Africa. Reviews last updated 25 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates, andQantas Airways from New Zealand to Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,534 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
998 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
South African
7.5
Good
56 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,744 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Africa?

    A quick flight from New Zealand to Africa can take about 21h 20m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,838. New Zealand and Africa are separated by a distance of 12162 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Africa one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from New Zealand to Africa are Turkish Airlines ($706), Sichuan Airlines ($715), and Etihad Airways ($722).

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to Africa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Africa?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Africa (average of $1,221). Flying from New Zealand to Africa in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,675). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from New Zealand to Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to Africa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 25 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$882Average$2,346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapest$1,013Average$2,462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,254Average$2,449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,261Average$1,706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,363Average$2,305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China EasternCheapest$1,445Average$1,884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,460Average$2,311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest$1,496Average$2,328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,639Average$2,420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,750Average$2,329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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