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Cheap flights from South Africa to New Zealand from $885

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 17/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — AKL
17 May — 24 May1
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 17 April 2026.

Sat 8/814:45
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop42h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 7/922:15
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4$1,636
Sat 28/1112:45
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop45h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sun 17/123:45
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop26h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/4$1,661
Mon 3/820:55
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop36h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 14/922:15
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/4$1,675
Thu 15/1014:45
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop42h 50m
Qatar Airways
Fri 15/123:45
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop26h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4$1,788
Wed 5/812:05
DUR
-
AKL
2 stops45h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 19/822:15
AKL
-
DUR
2 stops46h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4$1,800
Mon 15/612:40
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop48h 50m
Qatar Airways
Tue 30/617:45
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop31h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/4$1,829
Mon 1/620:55
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop23h 05m
South African
Mon 8/612:35
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop26h 40m
South African
Deal found 17/4$1,863
Thu 6/814:45
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop42h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 2/922:15
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops43h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4$1,866
Fri 28/815:05
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops42h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sun 27/923:15
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4$1,872
Tue 1/1212:25
DUR
-
AKL
2 stops45h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sun 14/223:45
AKL
-
DUR
2 stops46h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4$1,890
Sun 31/511:00
DUR
-
AKL
2 stops33h 00m
South African
Sun 7/612:35
AKL
-
DUR
2 stops35h 25m
South African
Deal found 16/4$1,904
Sun 17/520:55
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 24/512:35
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4$1,907

Find 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 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,636

One-way from

$885

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,926
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 8/8-7/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 69h 55m total
  • South Africa to New Zealand
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 40h 35m total
  • South Africa to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($426 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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DurbanAuckland

DUR - AKL

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 5/8

12:05-19:35

2 stops45h 30m

Auckland Intl

Wed 19/8

22:15-10:35

2 stops46h 20m

$1,800
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

22:30-04:05

1 stop19h 35m

Auckland Intl

Wed 10/6

06:45-16:25

1 stop19h 40m

$2,075

DurbanAuckland

DUR - AKL

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 13/5

07:00-22:55

2 stops29h 55m

Auckland Intl

Wed 29/7

06:45-10:40

2 stops37h 55m

$2,111

DurbanAuckland

DUR - AKL

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 13/5

11:15-22:55

2 stops25h 40m

Auckland Intl

Wed 20/5

06:45-10:40

2 stops37h 55m

$2,111

DurbanAuckland

DUR - AKL

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 1/10

12:05-20:35

2 stops45h 30m

Auckland Intl

Sat 31/10

23:45-10:55

2 stops46h 10m

$2,112

DurbanAuckland

DUR - AKL

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 31/5

18:40-09:55

1 stop29h 15m

Auckland Intl

Sun 7/6

20:30-16:35

1 stop30h 05m

$2,146

DurbanAuckland

DUR - AKL

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 29/5

18:40-09:55

1 stop29h 15m

Auckland Intl

Fri 5/6

20:30-16:35

1 stop30h 05m

$2,197

DurbanAuckland

DUR - AKL

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 1/10

18:40-10:55

1 stop29h 15m

Auckland Intl

Sat 31/10

21:05-19:50

2 stops57h 45m

$2,270

DurbanAuckland

DUR - AKL

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 31/5

17:00-09:55

2 stops30h 55m

Auckland Intl

Sun 7/6

20:30-16:35

1 stop30h 05m

$2,287

DurbanAuckland

DUR - AKL

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 5/8

12:05-19:35

2 stops45h 30m

Auckland Intl

Wed 19/8

06:10-10:35

3 stops38h 25m

$2,304

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New Zealand (average of $1,688). Flying from South Africa to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,456). 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 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 17 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to New Zealand, such as Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,275 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
South African
7.6
Good
60 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,019 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,497 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

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 35m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,075. 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 South African, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $598. Cathay Pacific flights start at $786 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $876 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New Zealand (average of $1,688). Flying from South Africa to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,456). 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$1,294Average$1,709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,341Average$1,630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,533Average$2,093FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,559Average$2,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,705Average$2,386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,993Average$2,553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$2,119Average$2,167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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