Cheap flights from South Africa to New Zealand from $810

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — AKL
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to New Zealand

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

Round-trip from

$1,414

One-way from

$810

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,839
4/11-18/11
  • 4/11-18/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 75h 35m total
  • South Africa to New Zealand
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 15/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 40m total
  • South Africa to New Zealand
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($520 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($86 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 September 2025.

Tue 4/1111:05JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/1106:10AKL - JNB
2 stops36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$1,414
Tue 4/1111:05JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 20mCathay Pacific
Tue 18/1114:55AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/9$1,451
Sat 18/1011:20JNB - AKL
1 stop38h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/1006:00AKL - JNB
2 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,459
Sat 8/1111:05JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 20mCathay Pacific
Sat 22/1114:55AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/9$1,497
Sun 9/1111:05JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 20mCathay Pacific
Thu 13/1114:55AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/9$1,553
Thu 30/1011:05JNB - AKL
2 stops40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1114:55AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,615
Fri 31/1019:35CPT - AKL
2 stops47h 35mSouth African
Fri 7/1114:30AKL - CPT
2 stops31h 40mSouth African
Deal found 16/9$1,655
Sun 19/1007:25CPT - AKL
2 stops42h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1114:55AKL - CPT
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$1,912
Sun 9/1118:25CPT - AKL
2 stops56h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1114:55AKL - CPT
2 stops39h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,929
Thu 16/1020:25CPT - AKL
2 stops53h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/1014:25AKL - CPT
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$1,966
Mon 1/1214:40DUR - AKL
2 stops53h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/114:55AKL - DUR
2 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$1,969
Sun 9/1107:25CPT - AKL
2 stops35h 45mSouth African
Mon 24/1114:30AKL - CPT
2 stops39h 25mSouth African
Deal found 16/9$1,981

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to New Zealand that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

New Zealand

Route

Departure

Return

Price

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/11

11:05-13:25

1 stop39h 20m

Auckland Intl

Tue 18/11

06:10-07:25

2 stops36h 15m

$1,416

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/10

11:20-12:40

1 stop38h 20m

Auckland Intl

Fri 31/10

06:00-07:25

2 stops36h 25m

$1,459

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/11

11:05-13:25

1 stop39h 20m

Auckland Intl

Thu 13/11

14:55-07:25

1 stop27h 30m

$1,553

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/10

11:05-12:20

2 stops38h 15m

Auckland Intl

Thu 6/11

06:50-07:40

2 stops35h 50m

$1,640

DurbanAuckland

DUR - AKL

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 31/1

11:00-06:10

2 stops32h 10m

Auckland Intl

Tue 17/2

14:30-08:40

2 stops29h 10m

$1,675

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

21:55-04:45

1 stop19h 50m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/3

08:30-18:50

1 stop21h 20m

$1,879

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

11:05-19:30

2 stops45h 25m

Auckland Intl

Fri 20/2

06:50-07:25

2 stops35h 35m

$1,887

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/10

17:30-00:25

1 stop19h 55m

Auckland Intl

Fri 7/11

06:45-15:00

1 stop19h 15m

$1,958

Cape TownAuckland

CPT - AKL

CPTAKL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/3

10:40-13:25

2 stops39h 45m

Auckland Intl

Sat 7/3

15:15-09:25

2 stops29h 10m

$1,968

Cape TownAuckland

CPT - AKL

CPTAKL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 13/11

07:00-23:00

2 stops29h 00m

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/2

08:30-12:40

2 stops39h 10m

$1,986

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to New Zealand

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New Zealand (average of $110). Flying from South Africa to New Zealand in November is currently the most expensive (average of $181). 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 ZA to NZ?

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

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to New Zealand as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. 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 New Zealand. Reviews last updated 17 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to New Zealand, such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andSouth African. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

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

    A quick flight from South Africa to New Zealand can take about 32h 10m. Cathay Pacific provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,675. There are 11689 km between South Africa and New Zealand. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Cathay Pacific, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $810. South African flights start at $959 while deals on Emirates start at $1,287 one-way.

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New Zealand (average of $110). Flying from South Africa to New Zealand in November is currently the most expensive (average of $181). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
South AfricanCheapest$1,286Average$1,604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,349Average$1,703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,528Average$2,011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,629Average$1,992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,671Average$2,228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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RwandAirCheapest$1,767Average$2,190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapest$1,985Average$2,793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$2,092Average$2,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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