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Cheap flights from South Africa to New Zealand from $939

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 20/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — AKL
8 Dec — 15 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 8 November 2025.

Sun 16/1111:00JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 25mCathay Pacific
Sun 23/1114:55AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/11$1,805
Sun 16/1111:00JNB - AKL
2 stops50h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/1114:55AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,823
Sun 9/1111:00JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 25mCathay Pacific
Thu 13/1114:55AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/11$1,834
Sun 23/1111:00JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1207:35AKL - JNB
2 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,931
Fri 28/1111:00JNB - AKL
2 stops38h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/106:10AKL - JNB
2 stops36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11$1,987
Fri 21/1111:00JNB - AKL
2 stops38h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/1106:00AKL - JNB
2 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,058
Tue 2/1211:00JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/115:30AKL - JNB
2 stops38h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11$2,079
Mon 24/1109:50JNB - AKL
2 stops46h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/107:00AKL - JNB
2 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,088
Mon 1/1211:20JNB - AKL
2 stops48h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/1214:55AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,092
Tue 25/1117:15CPT - AKL
2 stops75h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/216:45AKL - CPT
3 stops54h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,170
Tue 11/1107:00DUR - AKL
2 stops29h 00mQantas Airways
Wed 25/206:45AKL - DUR
2 stops38h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/11$2,179
Sun 23/1117:15CPT - AKL
2 stops53h 20mTurkish Airlines
Fri 6/213:35AKL - CPT
3 stops57h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,198

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 8 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,730

One-way from

$939

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,944
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/5-17/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 50m total
  • South Africa to New Zealand
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20/11
  • 20/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 25m total
  • South Africa to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($536 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($92 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to New Zealand 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 8 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to New Zealand that are best for you.

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Departure

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Price

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

11:20-11:40

1 stop38h 20m

Auckland Intl

Wed 17/6

06:45-07:40

2 stops34h 55m

$1,656

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/11

11:00-13:25

1 stop39h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sat 6/12

07:35-07:25

2 stops34h 50m

$1,931

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Sat 28/3

07:00-23:59

2 stops29h 59m

Christchurch

Sat 30/5

06:00-17:20

2 stops45h 20m

$2,006

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/11

11:00-13:25

1 stop39h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sat 6/12

14:55-07:25

1 stop27h 30m

$2,092

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

13:40-09:35

1 stop32h 55m

Auckland Intl

Mon 16/2

15:15-18:35

1 stop38h 20m

$2,109

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

19:55-13:25

1 stop30h 30m

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/3

01:15-18:35

1 stop28h 20m

$2,124

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/11

11:00-13:25

1 stop39h 25m

Auckland Intl

Fri 28/11

06:00-07:25

2 stops36h 25m

$2,164

Cape TownAuckland

CPT - AKL

CPTAKL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/11

17:15-09:35

2 stops53h 20m

Auckland Intl

Wed 4/2

07:15-11:50

3 stops63h 35m

$2,198

Cape TownAuckland

CPT - AKL

CPTAKL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/11

17:15-09:35

2 stops53h 20m

Auckland Intl

Fri 6/2

13:35-11:50

3 stops57h 15m

$2,198

Cape TownAuckland

CPT - AKL

CPTAKL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/3

10:40-13:25

2 stops39h 45m

Auckland Intl

Sun 29/3

11:00-09:25

2 stops33h 25m

$2,246

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

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New Zealand (average of $1,030). Flying from South Africa to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,716). 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 8 November 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 9% on flights from South Africa to New Zealand by exploring options for tickets at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to New Zealand?

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

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

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 8 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to New Zealand, such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,393 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,055 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
929 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

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.
South African
7.5
Good
46 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,402 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to New Zealand. 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 South Africa to New Zealand?

    A quick flight from South Africa to New Zealand can take about 29h 59m. Qantas Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,006. There are 10997 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 $1,058. Emirates flights start at $1,409 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at $1,410 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to New Zealand 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 Africa to New Zealand?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New Zealand (average of $1,030). Flying from South Africa to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,716). 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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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,780Average$2,521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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