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$680+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 5/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — JNB
Apr 27 — May 41
Sun 4/27
Sun 5/4
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Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to South Africa

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

Round-trip from

$1,060
(Orbitz)

One-way from

$680
(Orbitz)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,291
From Philadelphia to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2025.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/66:30 pmPHL - CPT
1 stop34h 30mBritish Airways
Tue 5/136:55 pmCPT - PHL
1 stop27h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/22$1,060
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sun 6/110:10 pmPHL - JNB
1 stop26h 50mBritish Airways
Sun 6/227:25 pmJNB - PHL
1 stop27h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/21$1,131
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/15:35 pmPHL - JNB
1 stop33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/227:35 pmJNB - PHL
2 stops48h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$1,134
This Brussels Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Brussels Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/55:35 pmPHL - JNB
1 stop33h 00mBrussels Airlines
Thu 6/127:00 pmJNB - PHL
1 stop27h 00mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 4/21$1,173
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Thu 6/510:35 amPHL - JNB
2 stops40h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/127:00 pmJNB - PHL
1 stop27h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$1,177
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/55:35 pmPHL - JNB
2 stops33h 45mSWISS
Thu 6/127:35 pmJNB - PHL
2 stops27h 56mSWISS
Deal found 4/21$1,178
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/174:00 pmPHL - JNB
2 stops36h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 10/287:35 pmJNB - PHL
2 stops34h 48mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/21$1,214
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Tue 6/245:35 pmPHL - JNB
1 stop33h 00mLufthansa
Mon 7/77:00 pmJNB - PHL
1 stop27h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 4/21$1,240
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Fri 10/174:00 pmPHL - JNB
1 stop21h 40mDelta
Tue 10/289:55 pmJNB - PHL
1 stop25h 18mDelta
Deal found 4/21$1,249
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Fri 5/166:00 amPHL - CPT
2 stops47h 50mTurkish Airlines
Fri 5/234:35 pmCPT - PHL
2 stops46h 02mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,272
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Mon 9/16:55 amPHL - CPT
1 stop28h 55mDelta
Mon 9/1511:00 pmCPT - PHL
2 stops26h 23mDelta
Deal found 4/22$1,299
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/177:55 pmPHL - DUR
2 stops39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/248:45 pmDUR - PHL
2 stops49h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$1,315

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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 April 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to South Africa that are best for you.

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PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Tue 5/6

6:30 pm-11:00 am

1 stop34h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/13

6:55 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$1,060

PhiladelphiaJohannesburg

PHL - JNB

PHLJNB

Philadelphia

Sun 6/1

10:10 pm-7:00 am

1 stop26h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/22

7:25 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$1,131

PhiladelphiaJohannesburg

PHL - JNB

PHLJNB

Philadelphia

Sun 6/1

5:35 pm-8:35 am

1 stop33h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/22

7:35 pm-2:33 pm

2 stops48h 58m

$1,134

PhiladelphiaJohannesburg

PHL - JNB

PHLJNB

Philadelphia

Thu 6/5

5:35 pm-8:35 am

1 stop33h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/12

7:00 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$1,173

PhiladelphiaJohannesburg

PHL - JNB

PHLJNB

Philadelphia

Thu 6/5

10:35 am-8:35 am

2 stops40h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/12

7:00 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$1,177

PhiladelphiaJohannesburg

PHL - JNB

PHLJNB

Philadelphia

Thu 6/5

5:35 pm-9:20 am

2 stops33h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/12

7:35 pm-5:31 pm

2 stops27h 56m

$1,178

PhiladelphiaJohannesburg

PHL - JNB

PHLJNB

Philadelphia

Fri 10/17

4:00 pm-10:20 am

2 stops36h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/28

7:35 pm-12:23 am

2 stops34h 48m

$1,214

PhiladelphiaJohannesburg

PHL - JNB

PHLJNB

Philadelphia

Tue 6/24

5:35 pm-8:35 am

1 stop33h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/7

7:00 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$1,240

PhiladelphiaJohannesburg

PHL - JNB

PHLJNB

Philadelphia

Fri 10/17

4:00 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/28

9:55 pm-5:13 pm

1 stop25h 18m

$1,249

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Fri 5/16

6:00 am-11:50 am

2 stops47h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/23

4:35 pm-8:37 am

2 stops46h 02m

$1,272

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Philadelphia to South Africa

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 April 22, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Philadelphia 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 April 22, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, SWISS and Qatar Airways from Philadelphia to South Africa to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7,920 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,582 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
3,560 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
8,683 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
642 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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 airport do you fly from for flights from Philadelphia to South Africa?

    If you book a flight to South Africa from Philadelphia, you will be flying from Philadelphia, which is the city’s only airport. Philadelphia (PHL) is located 7.0 mi from the center of Philadelphia.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $685. Lufthansa flights start at $705 while deals on SWISS start at $724 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Philadelphia - Cape Town Intl or Philadelphia - Durban King Shaka Intl, Philadelphia - Johannesburg OR Tambo is the most popular route from Philadelphia to South Africa.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Philadelphia 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 6 airlines flying from Philadelphia to South Africa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 April 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$813Average$1,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$886Average$1,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$930Average$1,440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$947Average$1,478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$1,047Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,349Average$1,572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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