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$418+ Cheap flights from Atlanta (ATL) to South Africa

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ATL — JNB
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Cheap flight deals from Atlanta to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Atlanta to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated March 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$857
(StudentUniverse)

One-way from

$418
(eDestinos)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,467

Good round-trip deal

$1,924 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,623 or less
From Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Atlanta to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Atlanta to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2310:35 amATL - CPT
1 stop22h 00mEthiopian Air
Thu 5/221:50 pmCPT - ATL
1 stop25h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/27$857
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1610:35 amATL - JNB
1 stop27h 35mEthiopian Air
Thu 5/88:20 amJNB - ATL
2 stops30h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/27$928
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/169:45 pmATL - JNB
1 stop30h 50mTurkish Airlines
Thu 5/85:50 pmJNB - ATL
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/27$978
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/39:45 pmATL - CPT
1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 9/174:35 pmCPT - ATL
1 stop26h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,000
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/117:45 pmATL - CPT
1 stop31h 45mQatar Airways
Wed 11/196:55 pmCPT - ATL
1 stop27h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/27$1,036
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/229:45 pmATL - JNB
1 stop30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/149:50 amJNB - ATL
2 stops52h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,039
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/3110:35 amATL - DUR
2 stops42h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/87:00 amDUR - ATL
3 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$1,065
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/37:45 pmATL - JNB
1 stop25h 10mQatar Airways
Mon 11/1712:45 pmJNB - ATL
1 stop33h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/27$1,076
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Mon 10/610:00 pmATL - JNB
1 stop28h 20mEtihad Airways
Tue 10/2810:00 amJNB - ATL
1 stop36h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/27$1,142
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Sun 11/210:00 pmATL - CPT
1 stop31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/812:35 pmCPT - ATL
2 stops42h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,191
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Mon 3/3110:35 amATL - DUR
2 stops39h 05mEthiopian Air
Tue 4/89:10 amDUR - ATL
2 stops29h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/25$1,240
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Fri 4/257:30 pmATL - DUR
2 stops33h 05mQatar Airways
Fri 5/27:00 amDUR - ATL
2 stops38h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/27$1,245

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Atlanta 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Atlanta to South Africa that are best for you.

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South Africa

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AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

ATLCPT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 4/23

10:35 am-2:35 pm

1 stop22h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/22

1:50 pm-8:55 am

1 stop25h 05m

$857

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL - JNB

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 4/16

10:35 am-8:10 pm

1 stop27h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/8

8:20 am-8:55 am

2 stops30h 35m

$928

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL - JNB

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 4/16

9:45 pm-10:35 am

1 stop30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/8

5:50 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop32h 00m

$978

AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

ATLCPT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 4/16

9:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/18

4:35 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop26h 20m

$1,012

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL - JNB

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 4/22

9:45 pm-10:35 am

1 stop30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/14

9:50 am-8:37 am

2 stops52h 47m

$1,039

AtlantaJohannesburg

ATL - JNB

ATLJNB

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 4/16

7:30 pm-10:00 am

1 stop32h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/10

1:55 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop32h 00m

$1,106

AtlantaDurban

ATL - DUR

ATLDUR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 4/25

10:35 am-6:05 pm

2 stops25h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 5/7

6:40 pm-8:55 am

3 stops44h 15m

$1,214

AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

ATLCPT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 4/23

9:45 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops42h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/22

7:20 am-7:50 pm

2 stops42h 30m

$1,219

AtlantaDurban

ATL - DUR

ATLDUR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 4/25

7:30 pm-10:35 am

2 stops33h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 5/2

7:00 am-3:55 pm

2 stops38h 55m

$1,245

AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

ATLCPT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 4/25

7:30 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop39h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/2

7:00 am-3:55 pm

2 stops38h 55m

$1,330

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Best time to book a flight from Atlanta to South Africa

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Atlanta to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 ATL to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Atlanta 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 March 28, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Atlanta to South Africa as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Atlanta to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Atlanta to South Africa. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Atlanta to South Africa flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

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 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

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 March 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways from Atlanta to South Africa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Santiago,Apr 2024

ATL - JNB

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Santiago,Apr 2024

ATL - JNB

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,538 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Santiago,Apr 2024

ATL - JNB

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,181 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Santiago,Apr 2024

ATL - JNB

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.
Brussels Airlines
7.4
Good
344 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Santiago,Apr 2024

ATL - JNB

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,744 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Santiago,Apr 2024

ATL - JNB

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Atlanta 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 Atlanta to South Africa?

    Most people fly from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) if they book a flight from Atlanta to South Africa. Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson is conveniently located just 8.2 mi from Atlanta’s city center.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $418. Qatar Airways flights start at $551 while deals on American Airlines start at $638 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Atlanta to South Africa?

    While some choose either Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Cape Town Intl or Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Sun City Resort Pilansberg, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Johannesburg OR Tambo is the most popular route from Atlanta to South Africa.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Atlanta to South Africa?

    On average you can expect to pay $4,611 for a flight from Atlanta to South Africa. The cheapest flight overall is $1,523 while the most popular route, (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at $866.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Atlanta to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 7 airlines flying from Atlanta to South Africa

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Atlanta 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$865Average$1,407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$878Average$1,173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$983Average$1,288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,198Average$1,523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$1,549Average$2,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,677Average$2,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$1,852Average$2,105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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