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Cheap flights from Auckland to South Africa from $1,199

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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — JNB
21 Dec — 28 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Auckland to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 21 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,973

One-way from

$1,199

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$2,224
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 27/1-17/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 50m total
  • Auckland to South Africa
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RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 1/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 35m total
  • Auckland to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($517 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($105 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from Auckland to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2025.

Fri 21/1123:45AKL - JNB
2 stops37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1211:00JNB - AKL
2 stops49h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11$2,101
Thu 27/1106:50AKL - JNB
2 stops62h 35mEmirates
Tue 10/222:20JNB - AKL
2 stops38h 45mEmirates
Deal found 18/11$2,285
Fri 28/1111:20AKL - JNB
1 stop42h 15mSingapore Airlines
Sat 28/219:55JNB - AKL
2 stops31h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/11$2,422
Fri 28/1106:50AKL - JNB
2 stops48h 45mEmirates
Sat 28/222:20JNB - AKL
2 stops37h 40mEmirates
Deal found 20/11$2,474
Thu 27/1116:35AKL - JNB
2 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/210:25JNB - AKL
1 stop37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$2,590
Sat 29/1106:00AKL - JNB
1 stop20h 00mQantas Airways
Tue 10/221:55JNB - AKL
1 stop19h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/11$2,636
Thu 20/1123:45AKL - CPT
1 stop28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1217:15CPT - AKL
3 stops49h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11$2,640
Sat 29/1116:35AKL - JNB
2 stops48h 00mEmirates
Tue 10/218:50JNB - AKL
2 stops32h 50mEmirates
Deal found 19/11$2,690
Wed 26/1106:50AKL - CPT
2 stops63h 50mEmirates
Mon 15/1213:40CPT - AKL
2 stops47h 25mEmirates
Deal found 20/11$2,711
Sat 22/1120:35AKL - CPT
2 stops50h 05mEmirates
Mon 15/1218:30CPT - AKL
2 stops42h 35mEmirates
Deal found 20/11$2,745
Tue 25/1106:50AKL - CPT
2 stops63h 50mEmirates
Mon 15/1218:30CPT - AKL
2 stops42h 35mEmirates
Deal found 20/11$2,791
Mon 29/1220:35AKL - CPT
2 stops50h 05mEmirates
Mon 2/213:40CPT - AKL
2 stops42h 50mEmirates
Deal found 18/11$2,838

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AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/3

15:15-18:35

1 stop38h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

19:50-13:55

2 stops31h 05m

$1,985

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/3

14:55-07:25

1 stop27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/3

11:00-14:05

2 stops40h 05m

$2,040

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Mon 26/1

01:15-06:10

1 stop39h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

19:55-13:25

1 stop30h 30m

$2,065

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Mon 18/5

06:45-07:40

2 stops58h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/5

11:20-19:35

2 stops46h 15m

$2,110

AucklandPort Elizabeth

AKL - PLZ

AKLPLZ

Auckland Intl

Fri 6/3

14:55-07:35

2 stops51h 40m

Port Elizabeth

Sun 29/3

18:05-12:40

2 stops55h 35m

$2,151

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Thu 29/1

21:05-16:35

1 stop30h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

22:20-00:45

2 stops39h 25m

$2,190

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/3

11:20-18:35

1 stop42h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

19:55-16:50

2 stops33h 55m

$2,192

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/3

20:35-16:35

2 stops31h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

18:50-14:50

2 stops33h 00m

$2,294

AucklandDurban

AKL - DUR

AKLDUR

Auckland Intl

Sun 22/3

01:15-22:30

2 stops32h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 30/4

12:05-19:35

2 stops45h 30m

$2,449

AucklandDurban

AKL - DUR

AKLDUR

Auckland Intl

Fri 8/5

20:30-16:35

1 stop30h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 22/5

18:15-09:50

2 stops53h 35m

$2,463

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Auckland with our price prediction graph.
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to South Africa?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to South Africa (average of $1,311). Flying from Auckland to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,832). 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 AKL to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 November 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 15% on flights from Auckland to South Africa by exploring options for tickets at midday.

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

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 21 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQantas Airways from Auckland to South Africa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,423 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,423 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,423 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,407 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,423 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
942 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,423 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
South African
7.5
Good
46 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,423 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,664 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,423 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Auckland to South Africa?

    If you book a flight to South Africa from Auckland, you will be flying from Auckland Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Auckland Intl (AKL) is located 17.9 km from the centre of Auckland.

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

    Airlines like Singapore Airlines and Emirates fly from Auckland to South Africa in about 35h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 10m. The distance between Auckland and South Africa is about 11739 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for RwandAir. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $1,199. Users have also found prices from $1,380 and $1,416 on Cathay Pacific and Emirates, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Auckland to South Africa?

    The most popular route from Auckland to South Africa is Auckland Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo. You may also consider Auckland Intl - Cape Town Intl or Auckland Intl - Durban King Shaka Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to South Africa (average of $1,311). Flying from Auckland to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,832). 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 Auckland to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Auckland to South 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 21 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RwandAirCheapest$1,423Average$2,661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,544Average$2,045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,589Average$2,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,748Average$2,706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,757Average$2,521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,945Average$2,396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,043Average$2,634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$2,145Average$2,473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,330Average$3,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air ChinaCheapest$2,404Average$3,791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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