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$854+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to South Africa

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CMH — JNB
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Columbus to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated April 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,398
(United)

One-way from

$854
(Ovago)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,515
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 April 17, 2025.

This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/19:59 amCMH - JNB
2 stops40h 36mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/2210:00 amJNB - CMH
2 stops39h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$1,168
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/264:25 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops33h 35mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/76:45 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops30h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,400
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/16:07 amCMH - JNB
2 stops24h 58mEthiopian Air
Sat 11/222:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops30h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/15$1,418
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/2612:50 pmCMH - CPT
1 stop24h 25mDelta
Fri 11/79:30 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop21h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/16$1,418
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/267:00 amCMH - CPT
3 stops48h 35mKenya Airways
Fri 11/72:30 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops28h 09mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/16$1,492
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/266:07 amCMH - CPT
2 stops25h 38mEthiopian Air
Fri 11/72:35 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops30h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/16$1,515
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/165:08 pmCMH - JNB
1 stop20h 32mDelta
Wed 6/259:55 pmJNB - CMH
1 stop19h 34mDelta
Deal found 4/16$1,718
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/36:40 amCMH - JNB
2 stops35h 35mKenya Airways
Mon 7/71:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops40h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/15$1,738
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/204:04 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops42h 06mQatar Airways
Fri 8/81:55 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops38h 28mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/16$1,951
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/163:40 pmCMH - CPT
1 stop19h 20mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/86:30 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops28h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$2,264
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:00 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops33h 55mLufthansa
Wed 1/76:30 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops33h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 4/16$2,608
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/196:00 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops57h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/71:40 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops32h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$2,913

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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 April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to South Africa that are best for you.

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Columbus

Fly to

South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Thu 7/3

7:10 am-5:45 pm

1 stop28h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/8

7:35 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops27h 15m

$1,398

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Mon 6/16

5:08 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop20h 32m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/25

9:55 pm-11:29 am

1 stop19h 34m

$1,718

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Thu 7/3

6:40 am-12:15 am

2 stops35h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/7

1:15 am-11:40 am

2 stops40h 25m

$1,738

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sun 4/20

6:13 am-3:55 am

2 stops39h 42m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/22

2:30 pm-2:14 pm

3 stops29h 44m

$1,743

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Wed 5/14

2:55 pm-9:30 am

2 stops36h 35m

$854

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Fri 6/27

10:04 am-12:15 pm

3 stops44h 11m

$963

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Thu 5/15

6:12 am-1:45 pm

2 stops25h 33m

$1,011

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Mon 5/12

6:32 pm-10:50 am

2 stops34h 18m

$1,073

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Mon 5/12

4:44 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop19h 06m

$1,203

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Wed 5/14

2:20 pm-3:20 pm

3 stops43h 00m

$1,209

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Columbus with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to South Africa

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 April 17, 2025.

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 April 17, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,916 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7.4
Good
3,554 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8,667 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
766 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
262 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Lufthansa. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $854. Users have also found prices from $1,011 and $1,073 on Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways, 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.

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  • 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$906Average$1,725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$923Average$1,372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,133Average$1,294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,181Average$1,786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$1,427Average$1,905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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