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$870+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to South Africa

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CMH — JNB
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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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 March 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,084
(United)

One-way from

$870
(Ovago)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,418
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 March 28, 2025.

This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/2910:26 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/610:25 amJNB - CMH
2 stops29h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,084
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Tue 11/117:22 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops29h 08mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/2510:05 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops29h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,121
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/296:13 amCMH - JNB
2 stops24h 52mEthiopian Air
Tue 5/62:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops32h 24mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/27$1,156
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Tue 11/116:44 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops30h 16mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/258:55 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops28h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,197
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Tue 11/117:00 amCMH - CPT
3 stops47h 35mKenya Airways
Tue 11/2511:00 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops43h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 3/26$1,199
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Fri 9/127:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/211:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops40h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,222
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 9/187:00 amCMH - CPT
2 stops48h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/282:30 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,222
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/117:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 50mKenya Airways
Mon 11/241:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops41h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 3/26$1,358
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 11/113:40 pmCMH - CPT
1 stop19h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/258:50 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop33h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,476
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/112:20 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops37h 10mLufthansa
Sun 5/186:05 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops29h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 3/27$1,501
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/1110:08 amCMH - JNB
1 stop27h 32mDelta
Sun 5/1811:15 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops28h 39mDelta
Deal found 3/26$1,509
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/92:26 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops24h 59mDelta
Sun 5/188:05 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop21h 25mDelta
Deal found 3/27$1,509

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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 March 28, 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

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South Africa

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Depart

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Price

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Tue 4/29

10:26 am-5:45 pm

2 stops25h 19m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/6

10:25 am-9:36 am

2 stops29h 11m

$1,084

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Tue 4/29

6:13 am-1:05 pm

2 stops24h 52m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/6

2:30 pm-4:54 pm

3 stops32h 24m

$1,156

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Fri 9/12

7:20 pm-9:25 am

2 stops32h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/22

9:15 pm-4:42 pm

2 stops25h 27m

$1,203

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Fri 9/12

7:00 am-12:35 am

2 stops35h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/21

1:15 am-11:39 am

2 stops40h 24m

$1,222

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Thu 9/18

7:00 am-1:00 pm

2 stops48h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/28

2:30 pm-11:40 am

3 stops27h 10m

$1,222

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Wed 5/7

7:30 am-10:10 pm

2 stops32h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/16

2:35 pm-2:07 pm

3 stops29h 32m

$1,236

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Sun 5/11

6:32 pm-11:00 am

2 stops34h 28m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/18

6:55 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops30h 10m

$1,410

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Sun 5/11

2:20 pm-9:30 am

2 stops37h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/18

6:05 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops29h 00m

$1,501

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sun 5/11

10:08 am-7:40 pm

1 stop27h 32m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/18

11:15 pm-9:54 pm

2 stops28h 39m

$1,509

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Tue 5/27

11:14 am-7:00 am

2 stops37h 46m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/11

9:15 pm-11:35 am

2 stops44h 20m

$1,512

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to South Africa

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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 March 28, 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 March 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM and Qatar Airways 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
7,897 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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
7,897 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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
3,538 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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
8,603 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,744 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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 $870. Users have also found prices from $1,011 and $1,192 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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  • 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$906Average$1,741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$923Average$1,372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,133Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,210Average$1,569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$1,359Average$1,915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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