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Cheap flights from New Zealand to South Africa from $975

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 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — JNB
24 Sep — 1 Oct1
1 adult

Cheap Singapore Airlines flights from New Zealand to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Singapore Airlines for the route between New Zealand and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 148,534 searches. Data last updated 19 September 2024.
Consider these cheap Singapore Airlines flights we've found departing from New Zealand to South Africa. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Sat 8/212:00CHC - CPT
2 stops32h 25mSingapore Airlines
Mon 31/310:40CPT - CHC
2 stops36h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/9$2,252
Tue 29/1001:10AKL - CPT
2 stops43h 25mSingapore Airlines
Mon 18/1110:40CPT - AKL
2 stops25h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/9$2,464
Fri 25/1000:55AKL - JNB
1 stop40h 15mSingapore Airlines
Fri 8/1113:45JNB - AKL
1 stop36h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/9$3,717

Cheap Emirates flights from New Zealand to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between New Zealand and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 148,534 searches. Data last updated 19 September 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Emirates flights travelling from New Zealand to South Africa. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Mon 23/920:30AKL - JNB
1 stop34h 20mEmirates
Wed 23/1022:20JNB - AKL
2 stops30h 00mEmirates
Deal found 17/9$2,147
Wed 30/1013:15AKL - CPT
2 stops38h 30mEmirates
Mon 18/1118:25CPT - AKL
3 stops40h 25mEmirates
Deal found 18/9$2,247
Wed 5/206:00WLG - JNB
3 stops39h 25mEmirates
Fri 14/222:20JNB - WLG
2 stops28h 10mEmirates
Deal found 18/9$2,302
Mon 14/1021:10AKL - DUR
1 stop30h 25mEmirates
Mon 28/1019:10DUR - AKL
2 stops33h 10mEmirates
Deal found 18/9$2,328
Mon 21/1016:50CHC - CPT
2 stops53h 45mEmirates
Tue 19/1118:25CPT - CHC
2 stops32h 35mEmirates
Deal found 18/9$2,398
Sat 12/1012:15CHC - JNB
2 stops39h 00mEmirates
Thu 24/1022:20JNB - CHC
3 stops53h 10mEmirates
Deal found 18/9$12,268

Cheap New Zealand to South Africa flights in September & October 2024

Find cheap flight options from New Zealand to South Africa specifically for the months of September and October 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 148,534 searches. Prices were last updated on 19 September 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from New Zealand to South Africa in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Mon 23/920:30AKL - JNB
1 stop34h 20mEmirates
Wed 23/1022:20JNB - AKL
2 stops30h 00mEmirates
Deal found 17/9$2,147
Wed 30/1013:15AKL - CPT
2 stops38h 30mEmirates
Mon 18/1118:25CPT - AKL
3 stops40h 25mEmirates
Deal found 18/9$2,247
Wed 30/1015:35AKL - CPT
2 stops36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 18/1113:40CPT - AKL
1 stop34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/9$2,258
Thu 31/1014:40AKL - CPT
1 stop31h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 13/1112:35CPT - AKL
1 stop28h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/9$2,265
Sat 26/1014:45AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 55mCathay Pacific
Fri 8/1111:05JNB - AKL
1 stop35h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 18/9$2,270
Mon 14/1021:10AKL - DUR
2 stops52h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 28/1019:10DUR - AKL
2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/9$2,290
Mon 14/1021:10AKL - DUR
1 stop30h 25mEmirates
Mon 28/1019:10DUR - AKL
2 stops33h 10mEmirates
Deal found 18/9$2,328
Mon 23/913:15AKL - JNB
1 stop30h 35mQatar Airways
Wed 23/1013:35JNB - AKL
1 stop27h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/9$2,379
Mon 21/1016:50CHC - CPT
2 stops53h 45mEmirates
Tue 19/1118:25CPT - CHC
2 stops32h 35mEmirates
Deal found 18/9$2,398

New Zealand to South Africa 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between New Zealand and South Africa in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 148,534 searches. Data last updated 19 September 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from New Zealand to South Africa in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Thu 26/1214:40AKL - JNB
2 stops34h 55mRwandAir
Fri 17/117:20JNB - AKL
2 stops48h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 18/9$2,073
Mon 23/920:30AKL - JNB
1 stop34h 20mEmirates
Wed 23/1022:20JNB - AKL
2 stops30h 00mEmirates
Deal found 17/9$2,147
Wed 30/1013:15AKL - CPT
2 stops38h 30mEmirates
Mon 18/1118:25CPT - AKL
3 stops40h 25mEmirates
Deal found 18/9$2,247
Wed 30/1015:35AKL - CPT
2 stops36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 18/1113:40CPT - AKL
1 stop34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/9$2,258
Thu 31/1014:40AKL - CPT
1 stop31h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 13/1112:35CPT - AKL
1 stop28h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/9$2,265
Sat 26/1014:45AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 55mCathay Pacific
Fri 8/1111:05JNB - AKL
1 stop35h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 18/9$2,270
Mon 14/1021:10AKL - DUR
2 stops52h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 28/1019:10DUR - AKL
2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/9$2,290
Mon 14/1021:10AKL - DUR
1 stop30h 25mEmirates
Mon 28/1019:10DUR - AKL
2 stops33h 10mEmirates
Deal found 18/9$2,328
Mon 23/913:15AKL - JNB
1 stop30h 35mQatar Airways
Wed 23/1013:35JNB - AKL
1 stop27h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/9$2,379

New Zealand to South Africa flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from New Zealand to South Africa for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 148,534 searches. Data last updated 19 September 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from New Zealand to South Africa. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Mon 23/920:30AKL - JNB
1 stop34h 20mEmirates
Wed 23/1022:20JNB - AKL
2 stops30h 00mEmirates
Deal found 17/9$2,147
Mon 23/913:15AKL - JNB
1 stop30h 35mQatar Airways
Wed 23/1013:35JNB - AKL
1 stop27h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/9$2,379
Mon 23/913:15AKL - JNB
1 stop30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 18/1009:55JNB - AKL
2 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/9$2,493

One-way flights to South Africa from New Zealand

Search for one-way flight options from New Zealand to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 148,534 searches. Data last updated 19 September 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from New Zealand to South Africa. Users can also find round-trip New Zealand to South Africa flights by using the search form above.
Tue 5/1114:40AKL - CPT
3 stops43h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/9$975
Tue 24/913:15AKL - JNB
1 stop30h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/9$1,061
Wed 23/1022:00AKL - JNB
3 stops57h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/9$1,090
Mon 4/1117:00AKL - CPT
2 stops27h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/9$1,141
Thu 31/1014:40AKL - CPT
1 stop31h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/9$1,194
Mon 28/1021:05AKL - CPT
1 stop49h 35mEmirates
Deal found 18/9$1,441
Sun 20/1021:00CHC - CPT
3 stops47h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/9$1,658
Thu 12/1201:10AKL - JNB
1 stop40h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/9$2,608
Fri 13/1211:40AKL - JNB
3 stops44h 10mEmirates
Deal found 18/9$3,139

Find flights from New Zealand to South Africa within your budget

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 148,534 searches. Data last updated 19 September 2024.

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$1,915 - $3,977

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WellingtonJohannesburg OR Tambo

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Wed 5/2

2 stops28h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/2

2 stops37h 55m

$1,915

Auckland IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Mon 23/9

1 stop34h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/10

2 stops30h 00m

$2,147

ChristchurchCape Town Intl

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Sat 8/2

2 stops32h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 31/3

2 stops36h 50m

$2,252

Auckland IntlCape Town Intl

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Thu 31/10

1 stop31h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/11

1 stop28h 20m

$2,265

Auckland IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sat 26/10

1 stop27h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/11

1 stop35h 35m

$2,270

WellingtonJohannesburg OR Tambo

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Wed 5/2

1 stop19h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/2

1 stop19h 35m

$2,374

WellingtonJohannesburg OR Tambo

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Wed 5/2

3 stops46h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/2

3 stops36h 40m

$2,476

Auckland IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Fri 6/12

2 stops46h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/12

2 stops38h 50m

$2,925

Auckland IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Fri 6/12

1 stop26h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/12

1 stop22h 50m

$3,977

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 18/9

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

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Travel insights for flights from New Zealand to South Africa

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New Zealand to South Africa including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 $1,299). Flying from New Zealand to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,948). 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 19 September 2024.

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 in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 10% versus a flight in the evening.

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 9 June 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New Zealand to South Africa flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons 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.

Rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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 19 September 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Zealand to South Africa, such as Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Qantas Airways. 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.
8.1
Very Good
3,610 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very Good
3,610 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,610 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very Good
1,329 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,610 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very Good
544 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,610 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.9
Good
124 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,610 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.8
Good
1,353 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,610 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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.
  • Can I find flights from New Zealand to South Africa for under $2,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from New Zealand to South Africa for under $2,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,915, but on average you can expect to pay $2,403.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from New Zealand to South Africa for under $2,200?

    There are currently 3+ open flights from New Zealand to South Africa within the next 7 days for less than $2,200.

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

    $1,061 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Singapore Airlines and Emirates, with prices starting from $1,141 and $1,441, respectively.

  • What does AKL to JNB mean?

    AKL stands for Auckland Intl Airport, while JNB stands for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to South Africa that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your New Zealand to South Africa flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from New Zealand to South Africa with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter New Zealand to South Africa flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

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

    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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to South Africa that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from New Zealand to South Africa offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from New Zealand to South Africa?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on New Zealand to South Africa flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the New Zealand to South Africa flight deals updated?

    The New Zealand to South Africa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 18/9.

  • 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 $1,299). Flying from New Zealand to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,948). 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

Discover the top 8 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 148,534 searches. Data last updated 19 September 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,188Average$2,382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,410Average$2,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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RwandAirCheapest$1,466Average$2,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapest$1,694Average$2,383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,720Average$2,503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,833Average$2,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,887Average$2,496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,426Average$3,250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Find flights from New Zealand to South Africa, based on your preferred cabin class, be it economy, premium economy, business, or first class.