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$548+ Cheap flights from Mexico City (MEX) 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 2/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEX — JNB
Feb 4 — Feb 111
Tue 2/4
Tue 2/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Mexico City to South Africa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Mexico City (MEX) 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 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,042
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$548
(United Airlines)

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Average price

$1,195
From Mexico City Benito Juarez to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Mexico City to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mexico City to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 2/57:50 amMEX - JNB
2 stops26h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/177:35 pmJNB - MEX
2 stops34h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,042
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 4/236:30 amMEX - CPT
2 stops43h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/127:50 pmCPT - MEX
2 stops44h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,146
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Wed 2/57:05 amMEX - JNB
1 stop27h 55mDelta
Mon 2/1711:55 pmJNB - MEX
2 stops30h 00mDelta
Deal found 1/29$1,243
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/239:55 pmMEX - JNB
1 stop40h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/66:50 pmJNB - MEX
1 stop33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,269
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/149:55 pmMEX - CPT
1 stop40h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/218:50 amCPT - MEX
1 stop40h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,269
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/238:05 pmMEX - CPT
1 stop41h 20mKLM
Thu 5/1511:15 pmCPT - MEX
1 stop26h 44mKLM
Deal found 1/29$1,370
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Sat 2/11:10 amMEX - JNB
2 stops45h 55mAir Canada
Tue 2/48:25 pmJNB - MEX
2 stops35h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 1/29$1,400
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/14:55 pmMEX - JNB
1 stop31h 35mAir France
Mon 9/226:50 pmJNB - MEX
1 stop32h 00mAir France
Deal found 1/29$1,419
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/237:15 pmMEX - CPT
2 stops42h 10mAir France
Thu 5/1511:15 pmCPT - MEX
2 stops52h 35mAir France
Deal found 1/29$1,467
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/129:00 pmMEX - JNB
1 stop28h 30mLufthansa
Sat 2/157:35 pmJNB - MEX
1 stop31h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 1/30$1,601
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/17:45 pmMEX - CPT
1 stop27h 55mLufthansa
Sat 2/153:50 pmCPT - MEX
2 stops35h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 1/29$1,603
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/197:45 pmMEX - JNB
2 stops30h 40mSWISS
Sat 2/228:25 pmJNB - MEX
2 stops53h 40mSWISS
Deal found 1/29$1,618

Find flights from Mexico City to South Africa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Mexico City 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 30, 2025.

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Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 4/23

6:30 am-9:30 am

2 stops43h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/12

7:50 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops27h 50m

$1,145

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 4/18

4:40 pm-8:35 am

2 stops55h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/11

3:05 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops38h 05m

$1,154

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 2/19

8:40 am-7:00 pm

1 stop26h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/28

7:40 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops34h 15m

$1,356

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 6/9

8:05 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop41h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/1

6:50 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop25h 50m

$1,368

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 4/23

8:05 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop41h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/15

11:15 pm-5:59 pm

1 stop26h 44m

$1,370

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 4/23

11:00 am-9:25 pm

2 stops26h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/15

11:15 pm-5:59 pm

1 stop26h 44m

$1,387

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 2/12

9:00 pm-9:30 am

1 stop28h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/15

7:35 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop31h 25m

$1,601

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 2/19

7:45 pm-10:25 am

2 stops30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/22

8:25 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops53h 40m

$1,618

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 3/1

9:35 am-12:00 pm

2 stops42h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/13

5:15 pm-8:00 am

1 stop46h 45m

$1,693

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 6/8

3:20 am-10:35 am

2 stops47h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/1

5:50 pm-1:35 am

1 stop39h 45m

$1,708

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Travel insights for flights from Mexico City to South Africa

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Mexico City 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 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Mexico City 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 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Delta and KLM from Mexico City to South Africa to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,331 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Ahmad wadah,Jan 2024

CAI - DXB

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,331 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,331 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Ahmad wadah,Jan 2024

CAI - DXB

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,450 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,331 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Ahmad wadah,Jan 2024

CAI - DXB

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience

KLM
7.8
Good
1,335 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,331 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Ahmad wadah,Jan 2024

CAI - DXB

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,715 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,331 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Ahmad wadah,Jan 2024

CAI - DXB

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,584 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,331 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Ahmad wadah,Jan 2024

CAI - DXB

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Mexico City to South Africa, you will be flying from Benito Juarez. Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) is just 5.5 mi from the center of the city.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Mexico City to South Africa are United Airlines ($548), SWISS ($620), and Lufthansa ($624).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Mexico City 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 Mexico City to South Africa?

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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Mexico City 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 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$935Average$1,470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,241Average$1,902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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