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$691+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to South Africa

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 enero 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$814
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$691
(Kiwi.com)

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September

Average price

$1,128
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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 enero 30, 2025.

This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 2/276:40 pmPHL - JNB
1 stop32h 40mAmerican Airlines
mar. 3/119:15 pmJNB - PHL
1 stop22h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/30$814
This Kissandfly.com 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 3/1510:15 pmPHL - JNB
1 stop27h 15mBritish Airways
sáb. 3/229:15 pmJNB - PHL
1 stop22h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/29$865
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.
jue. 2/66:15 amPHL - CPT
1 stop26h 55mUnited Airlines
vie. 2/148:50 pmCPT - PHL
1 stop20h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/29$907
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 3/217:00 pmPHL - JNB
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
lun. 3/319:15 pmJNB - PHL
2 stops26h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$913
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.
dom. 2/95:35 pmPHL - CPT
1 stop34h 20mLufthansa
mié. 2/192:10 pmCPT - PHL
2 stops32h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 1/29$1,038
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 2/76:40 pmPHL - CPT
1 stop34h 30mBritish Airways
vie. 2/1410:00 pmCPT - PHL
1 stop25h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/28$1,060
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 2/106:40 pmPHL - CPT
2 stops40h 35mMultiple Airlines
mar. 2/251:30 pmCPT - PHL
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,088
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.
vie. 3/77:25 pmPHL - JNB
1 stop40h 35mDelta
lun. 3/179:55 pmJNB - PHL
1 stop26h 27mDelta
Deal found 1/29$1,096
This Virgin Atlantic 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/291:05 pmPHL - JNB
2 stops39h 10mVirgin Atlantic
sáb. 5/106:55 pmJNB - PHL
2 stops35h 29mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/30$1,110
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/1010:15 pmPHL - CPT
1 stop27h 45mAmerican Airlines
mié. 3/2610:00 pmCPT - PHL
1 stop25h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/30$1,111
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.
lun. 2/241:00 pmPHL - JNB
2 stops22h 35mUnited Airlines
lun. 3/1010:00 pmJNB - PHL
2 stops25h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,114
This Fareboom 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/84:56 pmPHL - CPT
2 stops36h 39mEmirates
jue. 9/186:25 pmCPT - PHL
2 stops33h 07mEmirates
Deal found 1/30$1,173

Find flights from Philadelphia to South Africa within your budget

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 enero 30, 2025.

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PhiladelphiaJohannesburg

PHL - JNB

PHLJNB

Philadelphia

jue. 2/27

6:40 pm-10:20 am

1 stop32h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 3/11

9:15 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop22h 50m

$814

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

lun. 2/10

2:46 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 24m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 2/18

8:50 pm-9:52 am

1 stop20h 02m

$907

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

dom. 2/9

5:35 pm-10:55 am

1 stop34h 20m

Cape Town Intl

mié. 2/19

2:10 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops32h 50m

$1,038

PhiladelphiaJohannesburg

PHL - JNB

PHLJNB

Philadelphia

lun. 3/3

9:21 pm-10:20 am

2 stops29h 59m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 3/18

7:25 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops27h 10m

$1,077

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

lun. 2/10

6:40 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops40h 35m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 2/25

1:30 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops33h 50m

$1,088

PhiladelphiaJohannesburg

PHL - JNB

PHLJNB

Philadelphia

mar. 4/29

1:05 pm-10:15 am

2 stops39h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 5/10

6:55 pm-12:24 am

2 stops35h 29m

$1,110

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

lun. 3/10

10:15 pm-8:00 am

1 stop27h 45m

Cape Town Intl

mié. 3/26

10:00 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop25h 20m

$1,111

PhiladelphiaJohannesburg

PHL - JNB

PHLJNB

Philadelphia

jue. 2/13

10:10 am-6:35 pm

2 stops25h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 2/19

8:25 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops49h 25m

$1,132

PhiladelphiaJohannesburg

PHL - JNB

PHLJNB

Philadelphia

jue. 2/13

1:00 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 2/19

7:35 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop27h 25m

$1,150

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

dom. 2/9

6:40 pm-10:20 am

1 stop32h 40m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 2/20

6:50 am-4:20 pm

2 stops40h 30m

$1,169

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Travel insights for flights from Philadelphia to South Africa

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

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 enero 30, 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 enero 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Qatar Airways and SWISS 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
8,450 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
8,450 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,450 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
7.5
Good
3,715 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,450 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
1,584 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,450 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
7.5
Good
657 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,450 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
8,906 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,450 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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 Lufthansa, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $835. Qatar Airways flights start at $928 while deals on Delta start at $1,136 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Philadelphia - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Philadelphia - Durban King Shaka Intl, Philadelphia - Cape Town Intl 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 enero 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$872Average$1,655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$878Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$899Average$1,278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$930Average$1,514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$947Average$1,399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$1,047Average$1,117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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