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$834+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to South Africa

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CMH — JNB
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Tue 12/24
Tue 12/31
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to South Africa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 December 19, 2024.

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$1,166
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$834
(Kiwi.com)
From Columbus to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 19, 2024.

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.
Tue 12/2411:15 amCMH - JNB
1 stop24h 45mDelta
Sat 12/287:40 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops28h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,754
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.
Tue 12/242:05 pmCMH - JNB
1 stop21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/1910:10 amJNB - CMH
2 stops43h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,917
This United Airlines 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/249:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops26h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/197:35 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops28h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,922
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/216:15 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops34h 55mBritish Airways
Sat 12/288:55 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops31h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/17$2,236
This United Airlines 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2410:29 amCMH - CPT
2 stops28h 26mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/298:50 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops23h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$2,300
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/246:05 amCMH - JNB
2 stops38h 50mEthiopian Air
Sun 1/1911:00 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops46h 09mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/18$2,520
This United Airlines 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/247:53 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops39h 07mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/298:50 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop19h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$2,794
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/216:05 amCMH - CPT
3 stops48h 40mEthiopian Air
Sat 12/281:50 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops40h 54mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/17$5,773

Find flights from Columbus to South Africa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 December 19, 2024.

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ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Fri 1/31

7:03 am-10:55 am

2 stops44h 52m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/6

5:00 pm-5:26 pm

2 stops31h 26m

$1,166

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sat 3/1

8:21 pm-10:20 am

2 stops30h 59m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/30

7:25 pm-5:49 pm

2 stops28h 24m

$1,193

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Fri 1/17

7:03 am-12:15 am

2 stops34h 12m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/7

1:15 am-5:26 pm

2 stops47h 11m

$1,260

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Thu 1/16

7:03 am-12:55 pm

2 stops46h 52m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

2:30 pm-5:39 pm

3 stops33h 09m

$1,266

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Thu 2/20

2:04 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop21h 56m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/9

9:15 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop24h 00m

$1,328

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sun 2/2

11:25 am-6:35 pm

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/9

10:00 pm-4:38 pm

2 stops25h 38m

$1,332

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Fri 2/21

4:35 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 3/1

9:30 am-10:07 pm

2 stops43h 37m

$1,377

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Thu 3/20

6:10 am-1:10 pm

2 stops25h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/4

2:30 pm-2:05 pm

3 stops29h 35m

$1,389

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Sat 5/31

4:00 pm-11:00 am

2 stops37h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/28

6:55 pm-4:49 pm

2 stops27h 54m

$1,409

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Thu 2/20

6:05 am-1:00 pm

3 stops47h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/9

1:50 pm-10:02 pm

3 stops38h 12m

$1,413

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to South Africa

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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to South Africa

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 December 19, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Columbus Airport 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 December 19, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways and American Airlines from Columbus to South Africa. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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
8,600 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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
3,792 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,048 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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.

Ethiopian Air
7.3
Good
780 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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 Columbus 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 are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus Airport to South Africa one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $836. Users have also found prices from $847 and $1,122 on Lufthansa and United Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Columbus Airport 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 5 airlines flying from Columbus to South Africa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 December 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,092Average$1,233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,126Average$1,786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,133Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
DeltaCheapest$1,274Average$1,851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,342Average$1,617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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