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Cheap flights from New Zealand to South Africa from $1,128

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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — JNB
27 Mar — 3 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap 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 22 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,918

One-way from

$1,128

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,178
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 8/5-25/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 73h 25m total
  • New Zealand to South Africa
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15/4
  • 15/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 42h 35m total
  • New Zealand to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($385 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($102 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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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 22 March 2025.

Fri 7/1115:15AKL - CPT
2 stops53h 10mSingapore Airlines
Thu 20/1110:40CPT - AKL
2 stops41h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 21/3$1,913
Thu 8/513:15AKL - JNB
2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/511:20JNB - AKL
1 stop38h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3$1,918
Sun 28/900:55AKL - JNB
1 stop28h 40mSingapore Airlines
Fri 24/1019:50JNB - AKL
1 stop40h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 21/3$1,920
Sun 26/1011:00CHC - JNB
2 stops30h 10mSingapore Airlines
Mon 24/1113:45JNB - CHC
2 stops23h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,948
Mon 1/912:35AKL - JNB
1 stop26h 40mSouth African
Thu 2/1020:55JNB - AKL
1 stop22h 10mSouth African
Deal found 21/3$1,971
Fri 16/512:35AKL - CPT
2 stops36h 40mSouth African
Mon 2/620:20CPT - AKL
2 stops47h 45mSouth African
Deal found 21/3$1,990
Sun 4/508:20CHC - JNB
2 stops46h 30mEmirates
Sun 11/522:20JNB - CHC
2 stops39h 39mEmirates
Deal found 22/3$2,114
Thu 8/516:05AKL - JNB
2 stops38h 45mEmirates
Sun 25/522:20JNB - AKL
2 stops35h 15mEmirates
Deal found 20/3$2,136
Wed 8/1014:15AKL - DUR
2 stops31h 20mQatar Airways
Wed 29/1011:55DUR - AKL
2 stops29h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/3$2,138
Thu 27/314:50CHC - JNB
1 stop27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/411:20JNB - CHC
2 stops49h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$2,175
Sun 4/514:35WLG - JNB
2 stops40h 15mEmirates
Sun 11/513:25JNB - WLG
2 stops38h 10mEmirates
Deal found 21/3$2,182
Mon 12/513:15AKL - CPT
1 stop31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/520:20CPT - AKL
2 stops47h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3$2,210

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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

Thu 8/5

13:15-14:20

2 stops35h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/5

11:20-11:40

1 stop38h 20m

$1,918

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sat 26/7

23:55-18:35

1 stop52h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/8

19:50-12:20

1 stop30h 30m

$1,965

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Mon 1/9

12:35-05:15

1 stop26h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/10

20:55-06:05

1 stop22h 10m

$1,971

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Fri 16/5

12:35-15:15

2 stops36h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/6

20:20-06:05

2 stops47h 45m

$1,990

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sun 4/5

08:20-20:50

2 stops46h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/5

22:20-23:59

2 stops39h 39m

$2,114

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/6

06:15-16:15

2 stops44h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/7

22:20-13:45

2 stops29h 25m

$2,129

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Sun 4/5

14:35-20:50

2 stops40h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/5

13:25-13:35

2 stops38h 10m

$2,182

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Mon 12/5

13:15-10:50

1 stop31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 24/5

20:20-06:05

2 stops47h 45m

$2,210

AucklandDurban

AKL - DUR

AKLDUR

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/6

12:35-14:50

2 stops36h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 12/7

11:00-06:05

2 stops33h 05m

$2,234

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Tue 6/5

06:05-10:15

3 stops38h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/5

22:20-13:35

2 stops29h 15m

$2,265

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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 $1,169). Flying from New Zealand to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,605). 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 22 March 2025.

When flying from New Zealand to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 22 March 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Zealand to South Africa, such as Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Air New Zealand. 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
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,191 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
453 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,319 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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.

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

    $1,148 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 RwandAir and Etihad Airways, with prices starting from $1,270 and $1,296, 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 $1,169). Flying from New Zealand to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,605). 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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Discover the top 10 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 22 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,282Average$2,496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,287Average$2,525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,480Average$2,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,535Average$2,362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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RwandAirCheapest$1,591Average$2,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,742Average$2,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,798Average$2,617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,962Average$2,625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air ChinaCheapest$2,350Average$3,233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,354Average$3,463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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