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Cheap flights from South Africa to New Zealand from $981

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 24/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — AKL
18 Dec — 25 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 18 November 2025.

Mon 24/1111:20JNB - AKL
2 stops50h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1219:15AKL - JNB
2 stops47h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11$1,745
Sun 23/1111:00JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1106:00AKL - JNB
2 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$1,766
Tue 18/1111:00JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 25mCathay Pacific
Tue 2/1214:55AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/11$1,793
Fri 21/1111:00JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 25mCathay Pacific
Thu 5/208:15AKL - JNB
1 stop34h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/11$1,802
Wed 19/1111:00JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 25mCathay Pacific
Tue 27/114:55AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/11$1,814
Sun 23/1111:00JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1207:35AKL - JNB
2 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$1,826
Mon 17/1111:20JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 05mCathay Pacific
Tue 2/1214:55AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/11$1,828
Mon 17/1111:20JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1207:35AKL - JNB
2 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$1,848
Sun 16/1111:00JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 25mCathay Pacific
Thu 20/1114:55AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/11$1,849
Thu 27/1111:00JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 25mCathay Pacific
Wed 4/214:55AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/11$1,855
Mon 24/1111:20JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 05mCathay Pacific
Sat 7/214:55AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/11$1,867
Thu 27/1106:30CPT - CHC
2 stops43h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1214:20CHC - CPT
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$2,146

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 18 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,733

One-way from

$981

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,929
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 8/5-21/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 71h 35m total
  • South Africa to New Zealand
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24/11
  • 24/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 05m total
  • South Africa to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($527 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($91 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 18 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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South Africa

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New Zealand

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Departure

Return

Price

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

11:00-13:25

1 stop39h 25m

Auckland Intl

Fri 20/3

06:10-07:25

2 stops36h 15m

$1,825

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/4

11:20-12:40

1 stop38h 20m

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/5

06:10-07:40

2 stops35h 30m

$1,916

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

$1,978

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

11:00-12:15

2 stops38h 15m

Auckland Intl

Mon 16/2

20:35-07:25

2 stops45h 50m

$2,017

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

17:30-00:25

1 stop19h 55m

Auckland Intl

Mon 16/2

06:00-15:00

1 stop20h 00m

$2,047

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

13:40-09:35

1 stop32h 55m

Auckland Intl

Sun 15/2

01:15-18:35

1 stop28h 20m

$2,132

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Thu 27/11

06:30-12:50

2 stops43h 20m

Christchurch

Mon 1/12

14:20-13:10

2 stops33h 50m

$2,146

DurbanAuckland

DUR - AKL

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 15/4

11:15-00:35

2 stops27h 20m

Auckland Intl

Sat 2/5

06:00-10:40

2 stops38h 40m

$2,282

DurbanAuckland

DUR - AKL

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 17/4

12:05-19:35

2 stops45h 30m

Auckland Intl

Fri 1/5

22:15-10:35

2 stops46h 20m

$2,310

Cape TownAuckland

CPT - AKL

CPTAKL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 24/11

20:25-00:25

2 stops41h 00m

Auckland Intl

Thu 22/1

06:00-12:40

2 stops41h 40m

$2,352

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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 $1,022). Flying from South Africa to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,694). 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 18 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 18 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to New Zealand, such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,414 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
3,414 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,414 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
1,404 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,414 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
7.6
Good
938 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,414 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
1,060 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,414 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
3,414 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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 19h 50m. Qantas Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,978. There are 12162 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 Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $994. South African flights start at $1,348 while deals on Emirates start at $1,648 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 $1,022). Flying from South Africa to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,694). 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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South AfricanCheapest$1,347Average$1,696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,766Average$2,502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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