Cheap flights from New Zealand to South Africa from $1,069

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 4/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — JNB
15 jan. — 22 jan.1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to South Africa

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 Desember 2025.

fr. 19/1206:15AKL - JNB
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
fr. 26/1217:30JNB - AKL
2 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/12$2,733
to. 25/1206:00AKL - CPT
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
to. 5/217:15CPT - AKL
2 stops75h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/12$3,029
on. 24/1213:25AKL - CPT
2 stops38h 20mEmirates
lø. 31/113:40CPT - AKL
2 stops38h 00mEmirates
Deal found 15/12$3,063
sø. 14/1221:05AKL - JNB
1 stop30h 30mEmirates
ti. 3/218:50JNB - AKL
2 stops37h 40mEmirates
Deal found 12/12$3,153
on. 24/1215:05AKL - JNB
2 stops36h 30mEmirates
lø. 24/122:20JNB - AKL
2 stops29h 35mEmirates
Deal found 15/12$3,251
to. 25/1214:55AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 30mCathay Pacific
to. 1/111:00JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/12$3,279
to. 18/1219:25AKL - JNB
2 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
to. 25/1217:30JNB - AKL
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12$3,319
on. 31/1214:35WLG - JNB
2 stops37h 00mEmirates
to. 15/122:20JNB - WLG
3 stops33h 45mEmirates
Deal found 15/12$3,357
to. 25/1214:20AKL - CPT
3 stops37h 25mEmirates
to. 5/218:30CPT - AKL
2 stops33h 10mEmirates
Deal found 14/12$3,358
fr. 19/1208:30AKL - JNB
1 stop21h 20mQantas Airways
fr. 26/1221:55JNB - AKL
1 stop19h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/12$3,429
on. 24/1215:05AKL - JNB
2 stops36h 30mEmirates
fr. 16/110:25JNB - AKL
2 stops38h 50mEmirates
Deal found 15/12$3,474
on. 24/1214:55AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 30mCathay Pacific
lø. 17/111:00JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/12$3,493

Find flight deals from New Zealand to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 16 Desember 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,885

One-way from

$1,069

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$2,745
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 13/3-20/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 69h 40m total
  • New Zealand to South Africa
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 8/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 49h 55m total
  • New Zealand to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($428 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($94 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to South 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 16 Desember 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to South Africa that are best for you.

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New Zealand

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South Africa

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

ma. 23/2

16:20-08:20

2 stops51h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ma. 16/3

11:00-13:25

1 stop39h 25m

$1,876

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

sø. 8/3

15:15-18:35

1 stop38h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ma. 30/3

13:45-13:20

1 stop36h 35m

$1,900

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

ti. 19/5

10:15-07:40

1 stop31h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lø. 23/5

11:20-11:40

1 stop38h 20m

$1,935

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

sø. 8/3

10:10-07:25

1 stop32h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ma. 30/3

11:20-12:40

1 stop38h 20m

$1,969

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

ma. 4/5

09:40-07:40

2 stops32h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ma. 1/6

11:20-18:10

2 stops44h 50m

$1,975

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

ma. 23/2

15:15-06:10

1 stop25h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ma. 16/3

19:55-13:25

1 stop30h 30m

$1,982

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

ma. 18/5

16:05-07:40

2 stops49h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sø. 31/5

11:20-11:40

1 stop38h 20m

$1,990

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

sø. 8/3

14:55-07:25

1 stop27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ma. 30/3

11:20-19:10

2 stops44h 50m

$2,037

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

on. 28/1

09:50-07:25

2 stops32h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

on. 4/2

11:00-23:55

2 stops49h 55m

$2,061

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

to. 29/1

16:20-16:35

2 stops35h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

to. 5/2

13:25-13:30

2 stops37h 05m

$2,305

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 15/12

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

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to South Africa (average of $1,265). Flying from New Zealand to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,771). 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 NZ to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand 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 16 Desember 2025.

When flying from New Zealand to South Africa, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 5% versus a flight in the morning.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New Zealand to South Africa flight should consider departing on Friday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday 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 16 Desember 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQantas Airways from New Zealand to South Africa have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

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

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

    Departing from New Zealand to South Africa will take you 31h 25m. The distance from New Zealand to South Africa is about 12162 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $756 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Singapore Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qantas Airways and Etihad Airways, with prices starting from $779 and $908, respectively.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to South Africa (average of $1,265). Flying from New Zealand to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,771). 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 9 airlines flying from New Zealand to South Africa

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand 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 16 Desember 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$915Average$2,403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,292Average$2,189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapest$1,379Average$2,315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,495Average$2,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,692Average$2,506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,718Average$2,256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,830Average$2,544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,886Average$2,300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,185Average$3,230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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