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Cheap flights from Southampton to South Africa from £522

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 22/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SOU — JNB
17 Jan — 24 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Southampton to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Southampton to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 December 2025.

Sun 21/1218:05SOU - CPT
2 stops57h 45mKLM
Sun 28/1208:00CPT - SOU
1 stop26h 10mKLM
Deal found 16/12£1,039
Mon 29/1218:05SOU - CPT
2 stops50h 00mKenya Airways
Wed 7/114:25CPT - SOU
3 stops28h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/12£1,381
Sun 21/1218:05SOU - CPT
2 stops33h 45mKLM
Fri 2/107:55CPT - SOU
2 stops26h 55mKLM
Deal found 16/12£1,406
Mon 29/1218:05SOU - JNB
2 stops43h 45mKenya Airways
Sun 11/101:35JNB - SOU
3 stops41h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/12£1,430
Mon 29/1218:05SOU - JNB
2 stops52h 20mKenya Airways
Tue 6/117:00JNB - SOU
3 stops50h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/12£1,461
Sun 21/1220:10SOU - CPT
3 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/1218:45CPT - SOU
3 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12£1,560
Sat 20/1217:30SOU - JNB
1 stop26h 35mKLM
Fri 26/1223:59JNB - SOU
1 stop19h 01mKLM
Deal found 15/12£1,562
Sat 20/1215:25SOU - JNB
2 stops18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 26/1207:30JNB - SOU
3 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12£1,581
Sun 28/1218:05SOU - CPT
3 stops41h 30mKenya Airways
Wed 7/114:25CPT - SOU
3 stops28h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/12£1,617
Sat 27/1217:30SOU - JNB
2 stops39h 25mKenya Airways
Sun 11/101:35JNB - SOU
3 stops41h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/12£1,679
Sat 27/1217:30SOU - CPT
3 stops42h 05mKenya Airways
Wed 7/114:25CPT - SOU
3 stops28h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/12£1,683
Sat 27/1217:30SOU - JNB
2 stops52h 55mKenya Airways
Wed 7/101:35JNB - SOU
2 stops17h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/12£1,709

Find flight deals from Southampton to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Southampton to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 18 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£570

One-way from

£522

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£878
KLM
  • KLM
  • 29/1-5/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 69h 51m total
  • Southampton to South Africa
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 22/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 50m total
  • Southampton to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£27 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Southampton 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2025.
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SouthamptonJohannesburg

SOU - JNB

SOUJNB

Southampton Eastleigh

Thu 29/1

09:00-22:05

1 stop35h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

23:59-08:45

1 stop34h 46m

£570

SouthamptonJohannesburg

SOU - JNB

SOUJNB

Southampton Eastleigh

Sat 31/1

09:25-22:05

1 stop34h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

23:59-08:50

1 stop34h 51m

£571

SouthamptonCape Town

SOU - CPT

SOUCPT

Southampton Eastleigh

Fri 10/4

17:20-21:45

2 stops51h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/4

23:15-08:35

1 stop34h 20m

£609

SouthamptonJohannesburg

SOU - JNB

SOUJNB

Southampton Eastleigh

Sat 31/1

09:30-08:20

2 stops44h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

09:50-15:35

2 stops31h 45m

£683

SouthamptonJohannesburg

SOU - JNB

SOUJNB

Southampton Eastleigh

Tue 17/3

17:35-00:25

2 stops52h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

17:00-16:50

2 stops48h 50m

£706

SouthamptonJohannesburg

SOU - JNB

SOUJNB

Southampton Eastleigh

Mon 12/1

17:35-00:25

2 stops52h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

01:35-17:05

3 stops41h 30m

£707

SouthamptonJohannesburg

SOU - JNB

SOUJNB

Southampton Eastleigh

Wed 14/1

17:35-15:50

2 stops44h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

01:35-17:05

3 stops41h 30m

£708

SouthamptonJohannesburg

SOU - JNB

SOUJNB

Southampton Eastleigh

Wed 18/3

17:35-00:25

2 stops52h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

01:15-16:50

2 stops40h 35m

£722

SouthamptonJohannesburg

SOU - JNB

SOUJNB

Southampton Eastleigh

Thu 29/1

09:30-12:10

3 stops24h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

23:59-19:40

2 stops21h 41m

£746

SouthamptonCape Town

SOU - CPT

SOUCPT

Southampton Eastleigh

Fri 10/4

20:00-11:50

2 stops38h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

16:40-19:30

2 stops27h 50m

£811

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 16/12

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Best time to book a flight from Southampton to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Southampton to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Southampton to South Africa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Southampton to South Africa (average of £62). Flying from Southampton to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of £459). 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 SOU to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Southampton 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 18 December 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 22% on flights from Southampton to South Africa by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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 18 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM from Southampton to South Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,428 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7.7
Good
1,428 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,428 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Southampton 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 airport do you fly from for flights from Southampton to South Africa?

    If you book a flight to South Africa from Southampton, you will be flying from Eastleigh, which is the city’s only airport. Southampton Eastleigh (SOU) is located 3.5 mi from the center of Southampton.

  • How long is the flight from Southampton to South Africa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Southampton to South Africa in 35h 05m. Fly via KLM or Kenya Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from Southampton to South Africa is about 5619 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Southampton to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Southampton to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Southampton 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 Southampton to South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Southampton to South Africa (average of £62). Flying from Southampton to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of £459). 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 airline flying from Southampton to South Africa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest£490Average£733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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