Question 1

What are the most popular places to fly to in South Africa?

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The most popular places in South Africa to fly to are Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth and East London.

Question 2

Can I find cheaper flights to South Africa if I am willing to have stopovers?

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Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to South Africa on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Question 3

What is the best airline to fly to South Africa?

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Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Cathay Pacific is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South Africa.

Question 4

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in South Africa?

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Cape Town Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in South Africa. One-way flights to Cape Town Intl typically cost $79, while return flights cost around $103.

Question 5

How much is a return flight to South Africa?

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A return flight to South Africa will typically cost around $2,128, however they can be found for as little as $114.

Question 6

Where does the fastest flight to South Africa depart from?

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For those looking to save time traveling to South Africa, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (27 hours 5 minutes).

Question 7

Does Johannesburg OR Tambo have rental cars?

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Yes. Those touching down at Johannesburg OR Tambo can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Question 8

Are there hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

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Yes. Johannesburg OR Tambo has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Protea Hotel by Marriott Transit O.R. Tambo Airport is the closest property to Johannesburg OR Tambo (0.0 km away from Johannesburg OR Tambo).

Question 9

What are the most popular airlines that fly to South Africa?

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The most popular airlines flying from Auckland to South Africa are Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Qantas Airways.

Question 10

How long is the flight to South Africa?

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On average, a flight from Auckland to South Africa takes 34 hours 17 minutes. Flights to South Africa from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Question 11

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to South Africa?

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The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to South Africa are Cathay Pacific, RwandAir and Singapore Airlines.

Question 12

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 mm 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.

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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).

Question 14

When is the best time to fly to South Africa?

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Peak Season:

As South Africa is a year-round destination, the best time to book flights to South Africa depends on what you want to do.

The best time for game watching is in spring. Whale watching time for Southern Right Whales is between mid-June and the end of October, while the Humpback whales are seen between August and December. Summer is prime surfing and diving time, while hiking is most pleasant in spring and autumn.

Return from	$2,156
One-way from	$1,133
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	$2,359

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