Cheap flights from South Island to Africa from $917

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 29/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — JNB
16 Jan — 23 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Island to Africa

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Best flights from South Island to Africa
Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Island to Africa that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 17 December 2025.

Sat 31/106:00CHC - JNB
2 stops37h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/211:00JNB - CHC
2 stops50h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12$2,210
Sat 31/115:55CHC - JNB
2 stops35h 40mEmirates
Sat 7/222:20JNB - CHC
2 stops38h 50mEmirates
Deal found 16/12$2,281
Sun 10/506:30CHC - CPT
3 stops36h 55mSingapore Airlines
Tue 12/510:40CPT - CHC
3 stops26h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/12$2,385
Thu 19/306:05CHC - NBO
3 stops49h 35mBritish Airways
Mon 23/323:35NBO - CHC
3 stops62h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 16/12$2,554
Sat 31/106:05CHC - JNB
1 stop19h 55mQantas Airways
Sat 7/217:30JNB - CHC
1 stop19h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/12$2,606
Tue 12/506:10CHC - CAI
2 stops40h 00mEtihad Airways
Thu 14/515:00CAI - CHC
2 stops23h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/12$2,978
Sat 4/406:20CHC - JNB
2 stops44h 55mEmirates
Mon 20/410:05JNB - CHC
2 stops28h 05mEmirates
Deal found 17/12$2,316
Tue 21/406:30CHC - CPT
3 stops36h 55mSingapore Airlines
Sat 25/410:40CPT - CHC
3 stops50h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 15/12$2,387
Fri 30/115:45CHC - CPT
2 stops36h 00mEmirates
Fri 6/213:40CPT - CHC
2 stops47h 30mEmirates
Deal found 15/12$2,364
Tue 21/406:10CHC - CPT
2 stops44h 40mEmirates
Sat 25/418:25CPT - CHC
2 stops32h 30mEmirates
Deal found 15/12$2,418
Fri 30/109:15CHC - CAI
2 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/220:40CAI - CHC
3 stops63h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12$2,940
Fri 30/115:50CHC - CPT
3 stops28h 35mSingapore Airlines
Fri 6/210:40CPT - CHC
3 stops57h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 15/12$2,728
Sat 9/506:30CHC - NBO
2 stops39h 10mEtihad Airways
Sun 24/507:00NBO - CHC
2 stops46h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/12$3,113
Tue 5/516:05CHC - NBO
2 stops29h 35mEtihad Airways
Mon 25/513:45NBO - CHC
2 stops48h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/12$3,113
Wed 6/506:30CHC - NBO
2 stops51h 00mEtihad Airways
Sat 23/513:45NBO - CHC
2 stops48h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/12$3,113
Mon 4/506:30CHC - NBO
2 stops51h 00mEtihad Airways
Mon 25/501:30NBO - CHC
2 stops36h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/12$3,113
Mon 4/506:30CHC - NBO
2 stops51h 00mEtihad Airways
Fri 22/501:30NBO - CHC
2 stops37h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/12$3,113
Fri 8/506:30CHC - NBO
2 stops56h 30mEtihad Airways
Mon 25/513:45NBO - CHC
2 stops48h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/12$3,113
Sat 9/506:30CHC - NBO
2 stops39h 10mEtihad Airways
Mon 25/513:45NBO - CHC
2 stops48h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/12$3,113
Tue 5/516:05CHC - NBO
2 stops29h 35mEtihad Airways
Fri 22/501:30NBO - CHC
2 stops37h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/12$3,113
Thu 7/506:30CHC - NBO
2 stops51h 00mEtihad Airways
Sat 23/513:45NBO - CHC
2 stops48h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/12$3,113
Tue 5/516:05CHC - NBO
2 stops29h 35mEtihad Airways
Mon 25/501:30NBO - CHC
2 stops36h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/12$3,113

Find flight deals from South Island to Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Island to Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 17 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,867

One-way from

$917
24/5-13/6
  • 24/5-13/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 95h 15m total
  • South Island to Africa
29/1
  • 29/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 25m total
  • South Island to Africa

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Island 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 17 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Island to Africa that are best for you.

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South Island

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Africa

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sat 31/1

06:00-08:20

2 stops37h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

11:00-00:25

2 stops50h 25m

$2,210

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sat 31/1

15:55-16:35

2 stops35h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

22:20-00:10

2 stops38h 50m

$2,281

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sat 4/4

06:20-16:15

2 stops44h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

10:05-00:10

2 stops28h 05m

$2,316

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Fri 30/1

15:45-16:45

2 stops36h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/2

13:40-00:10

2 stops47h 30m

$2,364

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Sun 10/5

06:30-09:25

3 stops36h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/5

10:40-23:35

3 stops26h 55m

$2,385

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Tue 21/4

06:30-09:25

3 stops36h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 25/4

10:40-23:05

3 stops50h 25m

$2,387

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Tue 21/4

06:10-16:50

2 stops44h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 25/4

18:25-12:55

2 stops32h 30m

$2,418

ChristchurchNairobi

CHC - NBO

CHCNBO

Christchurch

Thu 19/3

06:05-21:40

3 stops49h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 23/3

23:35-23:55

3 stops62h 20m

$2,554

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sat 31/1

06:05-15:00

1 stop19h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

17:30-23:55

1 stop19h 25m

$2,606

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Fri 30/1

15:50-09:25

3 stops28h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/2

10:40-07:25

3 stops57h 45m

$2,728

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Best time to book a flight from South Island to Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Africa from South Island with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Island to Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Island to Africa?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Africa (average of $1,267). Flying from South Island to Africa in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,864). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EDG to AF?

Find hourly flight availability from South Island to Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from South Island to Africa in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Island to Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Island to Africa. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Island to Africa flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 17 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Island to Africa, such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from South Island to Africa?

    There are many flights that can get you from South Island to Africa in 35h 40m. Fly via Emirates, Singapore Airlines, or British Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 11450 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Island to Africa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Singapore Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $757. Etihad Airways flights start at $968 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $1,004 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Island to Africa that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Island to Africa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Island to Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Island 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 South Island to Africa?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Africa (average of $1,267). Flying from South Island to Africa in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,864). 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 6 airlines flying from South Island to Africa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from South Island 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 17 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$916Average$2,418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,674Average$2,504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,692Average$2,389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,783Average$2,634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,833Average$2,901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,336Average$2,674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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