HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
South Africa

$769+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC 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 3/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — JNB
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Durham to South Africa with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go
Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”
2. Select your favorite providers
We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.
3. Compare prices and book
Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from Durham to South Africa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Durham (DU8) to South Africa (ZA0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$909
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$769
(oojo)
From Durham to South Africa
Search Deals
One-way flight from Durham to South Africa
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Durham to South Africa

Cheapest flights from Durham to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sat 3/19:55 pmRDU - CPT
1 stop27h 05mAmerican Airlines
Thu 3/610:00 pmCPT - RDU
1 stop27h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$909
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 3/59:55 pmRDU - CPT
1 stop31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1210:00 pmCPT - RDU
1 stop27h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$910
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/124:45 pmRDU - JNB
2 stops36h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 3/247:05 pmJNB - RDU
2 stops26h 44mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,040
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 3/59:55 pmRDU - JNB
1 stop29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/127:25 pmJNB - RDU
1 stop30h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$1,097
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 3/49:55 pmRDU - JNB
1 stop29h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/117:25 pmJNB - RDU
1 stop30h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,098
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/266:05 amRDU - JNB
2 stops25h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/22:30 pmJNB - RDU
3 stops30h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/20$1,136
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 2/2610:25 amRDU - CPT
2 stops28h 15mKenya Airways
Tue 3/42:25 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops29h 13mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/21$1,151
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/59:35 pmRDU - CPT
1 stop31h 35mBritish Airways
Sat 5/176:55 pmCPT - RDU
2 stops29h 46mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/20$1,173
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 3/47:15 amRDU - JNB
2 stops41h 25mKenya Airways
Mon 3/101:15 amJNB - RDU
2 stops41h 26mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/20$1,173
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/166:25 pmRDU - JNB
1 stop30h 35mBritish Airways
Fri 10/247:25 pmJNB - RDU
1 stop24h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/20$1,275
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/264:41 pmRDU - JNB
2 stops40h 54mQatar Airways
Sun 11/212:45 pmJNB - RDU
2 stops39h 59mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/20$1,322
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sun 3/306:00 amRDU - CPT
2 stops25h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 4/271:50 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops30h 18mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/20$1,348

Find flights from Durham to South Africa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Durham 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 January 21, 2025.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 3/1

9:55 pm-8:00 am

1 stop27h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/6

10:00 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$909

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/5

9:55 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop31h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/12

10:00 pm-7:28 pm

1 stop27h 28m

$910

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/12

4:45 pm-10:45 am

2 stops36h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/24

7:05 pm-3:49 pm

2 stops26h 44m

$1,040

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/5

9:55 pm-10:20 am

1 stop29h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/12

7:25 pm-7:28 pm

1 stop30h 03m

$1,097

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/4

9:55 pm-10:20 am

1 stop29h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/11

7:25 pm-7:28 pm

1 stop30h 03m

$1,098

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/18

6:00 am-1:10 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/24

2:35 pm-2:03 pm

3 stops29h 28m

$1,139

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/26

10:25 am-9:40 pm

2 stops28h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/4

2:25 pm-12:38 pm

3 stops29h 13m

$1,151

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/5

9:35 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/17

6:55 pm-6:41 pm

2 stops29h 46m

$1,173

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/4

7:15 am-7:40 am

2 stops41h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/10

1:15 am-12:41 pm

2 stops41h 26m

$1,173

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/30

6:00 am-1:45 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/27

1:50 pm-2:08 pm

3 stops30h 18m

$1,348

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 1/20

Showing 1-10 of 32 results
1
2
3
4

Best time to book a flight from Durham to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Durham with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Travel insights for flights from Durham to South Africa

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Durham 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 DU8 to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Durham 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 January 21, 2025.

When flying from Durham to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 January 21, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Durham to South Africa, see what other customers have to say about Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,521 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,754 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Air France
7.4
Good
1,490 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,984 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,931 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Durham 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 are the cheapest airlines to fly from Durham to South Africa one-way?

    $769 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Ethiopian Air and Delta, with prices starting from $864 and $1,127, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Durham to South Africa consider Raleigh-Durham - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Raleigh-Durham - Cape Town Intl or Raleigh-Durham - Durban King Shaka Intl as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Durham to South Africa

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Raleigh to Jomo Kenyatta Intl flights
Raleigh to Casablanca flights
Raleigh to Cairo flights
Charlotte to OR Tambo flights
Charlotte to Cape Town flights
Charlotte to Jomo Kenyatta Intl flights
Charlotte to Cairo flights
Raleigh to Lagos flights
Raleigh to OR Tambo flights
Raleigh to Cape Town flights
Charlotte to Casablanca flights
Charlotte to Lagos flights
Raleigh to Marrakech flights
Raleigh to Rabat flights
Raleigh to Accra flights
Charlotte to Accra flights
Charlotte to Marrakech flights
Raleigh to Tunis flights
Greensboro to Monrovia flights
Norfolk to Jomo Kenyatta Intl flights
Greensboro to Cairo flights
Norfolk to Lagos flights
Charlotte to Abuja flights
Charlotte to Arusha flights
Charlotte to Entebbe flights
Charlotte to Tunis flights
Charlotte to Tangier flights
Raleigh to Tangier flights
Knoxville to Cape Town flights
Charlotte to Monrovia flights
Raleigh to Arusha flights
Raleigh to Addis Ababa flights
Raleigh to Harare flights
Raleigh to Abidjan flights
Myrtle Beach to OR Tambo flights
Asheville to Entebbe flights
Charlotte to Kinshasa flights
Charlotte to Dakar flights
Raleigh to Lusaka flights
Norfolk to Cape Town flights
Raleigh to Banjul flights
Raleigh to Antananarivo flights
Raleigh to Entebbe flights
Charlotte to Lomé flights
Greensboro to Lagos flights
Raleigh to Abuja flights
Norfolk to OR Tambo flights
Norfolk to Accra flights

Top 6 airlines flying from Durham to South Africa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Durham 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$810Average$1,355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$891Average$1,239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,042Average$1,263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,053Average$1,208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,057Average$1,653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,136Average$1,786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.