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Cheap flights from New Zealand to South Africa from $1,177

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 18/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — JNB
1 Jun — 8 Jun1
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 2 May 2026.

Mon 17/817:45
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops49h 15m
Qatar Airways
Fri 4/920:55
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops40h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4$2,014
Mon 10/817:45
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops49h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sun 23/812:40
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops48h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4$2,026
Mon 10/814:10
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop39h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 23/813:45
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops25h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 27/4$2,030
Sun 1/1123:45
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop26h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/212:45
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop45h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4$2,031
Fri 24/717:45
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops44h 15m
Qatar Airways
Mon 10/812:40
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops48h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4$2,069
Sat 25/717:45
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops44h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sat 15/812:40
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops48h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4$2,099
Mon 2/1115:15
AKL
-
CPT
2 stops53h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 23/1110:40
CPT
-
AKL
2 stops39h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/5$2,099
Sun 23/817:45
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops44h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sat 7/1113:45
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop44h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4$2,143
Sun 15/1123:45
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop26h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 30/1112:45
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop45h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4$2,153
Tue 4/814:10
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop39h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 30/913:45
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop36h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 30/4$2,163
Mon 2/1123:45
AKL
-
CPT
1 stop28h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 23/1112:35
CPT
-
AKL
1 stop45h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/5$2,246
Sun 14/615:45
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops34h 30m
Emirates
Sun 21/622:20
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops31h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 30/4$2,268

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 2 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,014

One-way from

$1,177

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,980
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/8-4/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 89h 50m total
  • New Zealand to South Africa
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 18/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 15m total
  • New Zealand to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($345 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($82 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 2 May 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/8

14:10-19:20

1 stop39h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/8

13:45-22:15

1 stop22h 30m

$2,257

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/6

15:15-16:15

2 stops35h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/7

22:20-15:05

2 stops30h 45m

$2,319

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Mon 15/6

14:35-05:30

2 stops48h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

10:05-23:55

2 stops27h 50m

$2,362

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Tue 9/6

16:35-20:35

2 stops38h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

10:05-00:10

2 stops28h 05m

$2,402

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Sat 13/6

14:35-16:15

2 stops35h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

22:20-13:35

2 stops29h 15m

$2,418

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Tue 26/5

20:30-16:15

1 stop29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

13:30-09:55

1 stop34h 25m

$2,419

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Wed 27/5

08:20-16:15

2 stops41h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

22:20-16:25

2 stops32h 05m

$2,434

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Wed 26/8

14:35-16:15

2 stops35h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

22:20-19:00

3 stops34h 40m

$2,448

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Fri 2/10

11:40-16:15

3 stops39h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/10

22:20-00:05

2 stops38h 45m

$2,485

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Mon 8/6

06:05-20:35

2 stops48h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

10:05-23:55

2 stops27h 50m

$2,495

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Zealand to South Africa?

The price you pay for your flight from New Zealand to South Africa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 47 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 $1,816). Flying from New Zealand to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,828). 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.

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 2 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,506 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,506 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,506 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,567 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,506 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,312 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,506 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
South African
7.6
Good
60 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,506 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,029 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,506 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from New Zealand to South Africa will take you 35h. 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?

    $730 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Singapore Airlines and RwandAir, with prices starting from $782 and $943, respectively.

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

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

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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 $1,816). Flying from New Zealand to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,828). 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 8 airlines flying from New Zealand to South Africa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$884Average$2,282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapest$1,023Average$2,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,239Average$2,445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,571Average$2,382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,645Average$2,285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,655Average$2,755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,865Average$2,571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,341Average$3,716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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