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$849+ Cheap flights from Columbus to South Africa

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CMH — JNB
Feb 27 — Mar 61
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Columbus to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated February 22, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,069
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$849
(FlightHub)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,642
From Columbus to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/36:35 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops30h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/149:15 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops27h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,069
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/117:00 amCMH - CPT
3 stops48h 40mKenya Airways
Sat 4/192:20 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops38h 51mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/21$1,288
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/37:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops35h 15mKenya Airways
Tue 5/131:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops40h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/20$1,297
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/36:12 amCMH - JNB
2 stops44h 23mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/147:00 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops44h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,411
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Fri 4/116:13 amCMH - CPT
2 stops26h 22mEthiopian Air
Sat 4/191:50 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops30h 24mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/21$1,708
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Sun 7/205:21 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops34h 39mQatar Airways
Fri 8/81:55 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops38h 39mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/21$1,823
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 5/36:12 amCMH - JNB
3 stops39h 43mEthiopian Air
Wed 5/142:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops29h 39mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/20$1,858
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/117:50 pmCMH - CPT
1 stop37h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/197:50 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop21h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$1,975
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/202:20 pmCMH - JNB
1 stop23h 20mDelta
Fri 8/89:55 pmJNB - CMH
1 stop21h 12mDelta
Deal found 2/21$1,999
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/115:54 amCMH - CPT
3 stops34h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/192:20 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops34h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$2,446
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/207:55 pmCMH - JNB
3 stops53h 10mAir Canada
Fri 4/47:00 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops29h 51mAir Canada
Deal found 2/21$3,726
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/14:26 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops36h 34mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/156:55 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops30h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$6,199

Find flights from Columbus to South Africa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 February 22, 2025.

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Columbus

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South Africa

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ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sat 5/3

6:35 pm-7:00 am

2 stops30h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/14

9:15 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops27h 50m

$1,069

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Fri 4/11

7:00 am-1:40 pm

3 stops48h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 4/19

2:20 pm-11:11 pm

2 stops38h 51m

$1,288

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sat 5/3

7:00 am-12:15 am

2 stops35h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/13

1:15 am-11:30 am

2 stops40h 15m

$1,297

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sat 5/3

6:12 am-8:35 am

2 stops44h 23m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/14

7:00 pm-9:36 am

3 stops44h 36m

$1,411

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Fri 4/11

6:13 am-2:35 pm

2 stops26h 22m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 4/19

1:50 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops30h 24m

$1,708

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sun 7/20

5:21 pm-10:00 am

2 stops34h 39m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/8

1:55 pm-10:34 pm

2 stops38h 39m

$1,823

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sat 5/3

6:12 am-3:55 am

3 stops39h 43m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/14

2:30 pm-2:09 pm

3 stops29h 39m

$1,858

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Fri 4/11

7:50 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop37h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 4/19

7:50 pm-11:14 am

1 stop21h 24m

$1,975

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sun 7/20

2:20 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop23h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/8

9:55 pm-1:07 pm

1 stop21h 12m

$1,999

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Fri 4/11

5:54 am-10:35 pm

3 stops34h 41m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 4/19

2:20 pm-6:46 pm

3 stops34h 26m

$2,446

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to South Africa

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Columbus to South Africa including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Columbus 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 CMH to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 February 22, 2025.

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

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 February 22, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Qatar Airways and United Airlines from Columbus to South Africa have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,612 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
776 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $849. Lufthansa flights start at $869 while deals on United Airlines start at $893 one-way.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Columbus 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 5 airlines flying from Columbus to South Africa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$906Average$1,693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$923Average$1,372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,126Average$1,786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,133Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
DeltaCheapest$1,359Average$1,986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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