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$814+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to South Africa

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PHL — JNB
dic. 23 — dic. 301
lun. 12/23
lun. 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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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 diciembre 18, 2024.

Round-trip from

$965
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$814
(Kiwi.com)
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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 diciembre 18, 2024.

This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/224:38 pmPHL - JNB
2 stops42h 57mUnited Airlines
lun. 1/2710:00 pmJNB - PHL
2 stops23h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,848
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/226:50 pmPHL - JNB
2 stops40h 45mMultiple Airlines
dom. 12/2911:55 pmJNB - PHL
2 stops47h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,000
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
sáb. 12/284:50 pmPHL - JNB
1 stop19h 10mDelta
mar. 1/77:40 pmJNB - PHL
2 stops34h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/17$2,171
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/2610:32 amPHL - CPT
1 stop22h 38mUnited Airlines
vie. 1/108:50 pmCPT - PHL
1 stop20h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$2,478
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
dom. 12/223:30 pmPHL - JNB
2 stops29h 25mQatar Airways
lun. 1/279:35 amJNB - PHL
3 stops37h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/17$2,576
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
jue. 12/267:10 amPHL - CPT
2 stops32h 00mDelta
vie. 1/1011:20 pmCPT - PHL
2 stops31h 00mDelta
Deal found 12/18$2,596
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
jue. 12/265:45 pmPHL - CPT
2 stops54h 35mMultiple Airlines
vie. 1/109:30 amCPT - PHL
2 stops61h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,782
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
dom. 12/227:50 pmPHL - JNB
1 stop25h 05mAmerican Airlines
lun. 1/279:15 pmJNB - PHL
1 stop23h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,862
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/208:52 amPHL - CPT
2 stops40h 08mBritish Airways
dom. 12/228:55 pmCPT - PHL
1 stop26h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/16$3,760

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 diciembre 18, 2024.

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PhiladelphiaJohannesburg

PHL - JNB

PHLJNB

Philadelphia

jue. 5/1

7:35 pm-7:00 am

1 stop29h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 5/17

9:10 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$965

PhiladelphiaJohannesburg

PHL - JNB

PHLJNB

Philadelphia

sáb. 2/1

6:40 pm-7:30 am

1 stop29h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 2/16

7:25 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop27h 55m

$1,020

PhiladelphiaJohannesburg

PHL - JNB

PHLJNB

Philadelphia

sáb. 2/1

9:33 am-7:00 pm

2 stops26h 27m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 2/17

9:55 pm-12:06 pm

1 stop21h 11m

$1,094

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

mié. 1/15

6:40 pm-10:20 am

1 stop32h 40m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 10/6

6:55 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$1,099

PhiladelphiaJohannesburg

PHL - JNB

PHLJNB

Philadelphia

jue. 5/1

10:45 am-10:00 am

2 stops41h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 5/16

6:55 pm-10:58 pm

2 stops34h 03m

$1,111

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

dom. 1/26

9:21 pm-10:20 am

1 stop29h 59m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 2/4

6:45 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop25h 45m

$1,111

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

mar. 1/28

9:21 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop31h 49m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 2/11

8:55 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$1,112

PhiladelphiaJohannesburg

PHL - JNB

PHLJNB

Philadelphia

sáb. 2/1

4:00 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 2/16

11:55 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops30h 25m

$1,118

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

lun. 2/10

8:05 am-7:00 pm

1 stop27h 55m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 2/25

9:15 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$1,237

PhiladelphiaDurban

PHL - DUR

PHLDUR

Philadelphia

sáb. 2/1

6:40 pm-10:45 am

2 stops33h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

sáb. 2/8

4:30 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops30h 50m

$1,250

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to South Africa

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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 diciembre 18, 2024.

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 diciembre 18, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Air France 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
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
8,604 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,606 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
3,798 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
668 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

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 Philadelphia 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 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 $827. SWISS flights start at $840 while deals on Brussels Airlines start at $843 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 diciembre 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$872Average$1,524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$878Average$1,200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$899Average$1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$925Average$1,600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$947Average$1,385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$1,047Average$1,117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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