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

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

At the present moment the cheapest month to fly to South Africa is currently May ; with July being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

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

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.

What is the best airline to fly to South Africa?

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

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

Bloemfontein Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in South Africa. One-way flights to Bloemfontein Intl typically cost £22, while return flights cost around £35.

How much is a return flight to South Africa?

A return flight to South Africa will typically cost around £144, however they can be found for as little as £48.

Where does the fastest flight to South Africa depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to South Africa, London offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 55 minutes).

Does Johannesburg OR Tambo have car hire?

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

Are there hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

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 mi away from Johannesburg OR Tambo).

When is the cheapest time to fly to South Africa?

Users looking for the lowest fares to South Africa should consider flying on Sunday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

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

The most popular airlines flying from London to South Africa are British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and RwandAir.

How long is the flight to South Africa?

On average, a flight from London to South Africa takes 20 hours 22 minutes. Flights to South Africa from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to South Africa?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to South Africa are FlySafair, Airlink and Emirates.

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.

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).

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