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$1,115+ Cheap flights from Knoxville (TYS) to South Africa

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TYS — JNB
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Knoxville to South Africa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Knoxville (TYS) 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.

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$1,115
(American Airlines)
From Knoxville McGhee Tyson to South Africa
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Knoxville 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 1/20. 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.
Thu 3/65:53 pmTYS - JNB
2 stops33h 27mAmerican Airlines
Thu 3/137:25 pmJNB - TYS
2 stops31h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,115
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.
Fri 5/306:03 pmTYS - CPT
2 stops34h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/76:55 pmCPT - TYS
2 stops28h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,124
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.
Thu 3/65:40 amTYS - JNB
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Thu 3/132:35 pmJNB - TYS
3 stops39h 19mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/20$1,512
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/42:55 pmTYS - CPT
1 stop18h 25mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/137:50 pmCPT - TYS
2 stops33h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,527
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/45:50 amTYS - CPT
2 stops25h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 9/131:50 pmCPT - TYS
3 stops30h 52mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/20$1,709
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/14:00 pmTYS - JNB
1 stop21h 40mDelta
Sat 7/129:55 pmJNB - TYS
1 stop19h 12mDelta
Deal found 1/20$2,298
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Thu 3/65:40 amTYS - JNB
3 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/1311:15 amJNB - TYS
3 stops40h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$2,766

Find flights from Knoxville to South Africa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Knoxville 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.

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KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 3/6

5:53 pm-10:20 am

2 stops33h 27m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/13

7:25 pm-8:53 pm

2 stops31h 28m

$1,115

KnoxvilleCape Town

TYS - CPT

TYSCPT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 5/30

6:03 pm-11:00 am

2 stops34h 57m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/7

6:55 pm-5:26 pm

2 stops28h 31m

$1,124

KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 3/6

5:40 am-1:10 pm

2 stops24h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/13

2:35 pm-11:54 pm

3 stops39h 19m

$1,512

KnoxvilleCape Town

TYS - CPT

TYSCPT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 5/24

5:45 am-3:20 pm

1 stop27h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/3

8:00 pm-10:27 am

1 stop20h 27m

$1,748

KnoxvilleCape Town

TYS - CPT

TYSCPT

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 5/24

5:45 am-2:30 pm

2 stops26h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/3

1:50 pm-2:43 pm

3 stops30h 53m

$1,903

KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 7/1

4:00 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/12

9:55 pm-11:07 am

1 stop19h 12m

$2,298

KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 3/6

5:40 am-6:40 pm

3 stops30h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/13

11:15 am-9:21 pm

3 stops40h 06m

$2,766

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Travel insights for flights from Knoxville to South Africa

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Knoxville 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.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Knoxville 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 January 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines and Ethiopian Air from Knoxville 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
8,521 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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
8,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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
8,521 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
775 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

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 Knoxville 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 Knoxville to South Africa?

    Located just 11.3 mi from the city center, Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to South Africa from Knoxville.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Knoxville 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 2 airlines flying from Knoxville to South Africa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Knoxville 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
United AirlinesCheapest$1,370Average$1,856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,477Average$2,245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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