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$908+ Cheap flights from Columbus to South Africa

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 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — JNB
Nov 12 — Nov 191
1 adult
Tue 11/12
Tue 11/19
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This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 11/116:05 amCMH - JNB
2 stops24h 05mEthiopian Air
Wed 11/132:35 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops30h 32mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/7$1,521
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/116:05 amCMH - JNB
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1312:45 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops32h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7$1,575
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Tue 12/31:31 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops24h 59mDelta
Sun 12/1511:59 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops28h 40mDelta
Deal found 11/6$1,584
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 11/62:26 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops41h 19mQatar Airways
Wed 11/1312:45 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops37h 06mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/6$1,625
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Tue 12/37:05 amCMH - CPT
3 stops47h 30mKenya Airways
Sun 12/152:25 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops34h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/6$1,760
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Tue 12/310:30 amCMH - CPT
2 stops41h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/158:50 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop19h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6$1,767
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Wed 11/64:37 pmCMH - JNB
1 stop18h 58mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/1310:00 pmJNB - CMH
1 stop21h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6$1,878
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Tue 12/35:52 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops44h 48mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/152:25 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$2,018
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/136:00 amCMH - CPT
2 stops25h 30mEthiopian Air
Mon 1/62:35 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops30h 34mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/7$2,475
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/135:08 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops33h 22mLufthansa
Mon 1/67:35 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops31h 41mLufthansa
Deal found 11/6$3,049
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Fri 12/133:16 pmCMH - JNB
1 stop20h 44mDelta
Mon 1/67:45 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops33h 48mDelta
Deal found 11/6$3,855
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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.
Fri 12/137:10 amCMH - JNB
2 stops41h 30mKenya Airways
Sun 1/51:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops47h 14mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/7$5,014

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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 2,537,365 searches. Data last updated November 7, 2024.

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ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 11/13

2:50 pm-3:55 am

3 stops30h 05m

$908

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 11/13

9:50 am-7:00 pm

1 stop26h 10m

$1,432

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sun 12/1

8:23 am-10:55 am

3 stops43h 32m

$3,397

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sun 12/1

4:37 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop18h 58m

$5,587

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Wed 4/16

7:45 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop37h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/28

7:50 pm-9:53 am

1 stop20h 03m

$1,033

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Tue 3/11

7:00 am-10:55 am

2 stops45h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/7

1:15 am-6:02 pm

2 stops46h 47m

$1,119

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Wed 4/16

6:13 pm-11:00 am

2 stops34h 47m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/28

6:40 pm-7:04 pm

2 stops30h 24m

$1,124

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Mon 3/3

7:00 am-4:00 pm

2 stops26h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/13

5:15 pm-11:44 am

2 stops24h 29m

$1,145

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Tue 3/11

6:07 am-1:10 pm

2 stops25h 03m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

2:30 pm-2:09 pm

3 stops29h 39m

$1,191

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 2/5

4:08 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop19h 52m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/16

9:55 pm-2:28 pm

1 stop23h 33m

$1,328

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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to South Africa

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to South Africa (average of $1,183). Flying from Columbus to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,694). 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 November 7, 2024.

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 November 7, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Air and American 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
8,828 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,828 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,828 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,351 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,828 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,206 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,828 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Ethiopian Air
7.3
Good
786 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,828 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,828 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Ethiopian Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $908. Delta flights start at $1,432 while deals on United Airlines start at $5,587 one-way.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Columbus to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation 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 Columbus to South Africa.

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to South Africa (average of $1,183). Flying from Columbus to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,694). 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 2,537,365 searches. Data last updated November 7, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,072Average$1,387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,133Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,225Average$1,569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$1,244Average$1,922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,249Average$1,613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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