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$769+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to South Africa

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RDU — JNB
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to South Africa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$910
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$769
(oojo)
From Raleigh-Durham to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 3/59:55 pmRDU - CPT
1 stop31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1210:00 pmCPT - RDU
1 stop27h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$910
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Thu 3/2010:50 pmRDU - CPT
1 stop29h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 3/3010:00 pmCPT - RDU
2 stops28h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$919
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 3/124:45 pmRDU - JNB
2 stops36h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 3/247:05 pmJNB - RDU
2 stops26h 44mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,040
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Wed 3/59:55 pmRDU - JNB
1 stop29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/127:25 pmJNB - RDU
1 stop30h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$1,097
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 3/49:55 pmRDU - JNB
1 stop29h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/117:25 pmJNB - RDU
1 stop30h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,098
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 10/266:05 amRDU - JNB
2 stops25h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/22:30 pmJNB - RDU
3 stops30h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/20$1,136
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 2/59:35 pmRDU - CPT
1 stop31h 35mBritish Airways
Sat 5/176:55 pmCPT - RDU
2 stops29h 46mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/20$1,173
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 3/47:15 amRDU - JNB
2 stops41h 25mKenya Airways
Mon 3/101:15 amJNB - RDU
2 stops41h 26mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/20$1,173
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sun 3/307:11 amRDU - CPT
3 stops48h 29mKenya Airways
Sun 4/272:30 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops27h 49mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/20$1,254
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Thu 10/166:25 pmRDU - JNB
1 stop30h 35mBritish Airways
Fri 10/247:25 pmJNB - RDU
1 stop24h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/20$1,275
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 10/264:41 pmRDU - JNB
2 stops40h 54mQatar Airways
Sun 11/212:45 pmJNB - RDU
2 stops39h 59mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/20$1,322
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sun 3/306:00 amRDU - CPT
2 stops25h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 4/271:50 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops30h 18mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/20$1,348

Find flights from Raleigh to South Africa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 January 21, 2025.

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RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/5

9:55 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop31h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/12

10:00 pm-7:28 pm

1 stop27h 28m

$910

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/20

10:50 pm-10:20 am

1 stop29h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/30

10:00 pm-8:32 pm

2 stops28h 32m

$919

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/12

4:45 pm-10:45 am

2 stops36h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/24

7:05 pm-3:49 pm

2 stops26h 44m

$1,040

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/5

9:55 pm-10:20 am

1 stop29h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/12

7:25 pm-7:28 pm

1 stop30h 03m

$1,097

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/4

9:55 pm-10:20 am

1 stop29h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/11

7:25 pm-7:28 pm

1 stop30h 03m

$1,098

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/23

6:00 am-1:10 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/6

11:00 pm-10:35 am

3 stops41h 35m

$1,147

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/19

10:25 am-1:35 pm

3 stops44h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/26

2:30 pm-12:38 pm

3 stops29h 08m

$1,169

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/5

9:35 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/17

6:55 pm-6:41 pm

2 stops29h 46m

$1,173

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/4

7:15 am-7:40 am

2 stops41h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/10

1:15 am-12:41 pm

2 stops41h 26m

$1,173

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 6/20

6:10 pm-7:00 am

1 stop30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/6

9:15 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$1,300

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to South Africa

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Travel insights for flights from Raleigh to South Africa

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 January 21, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Raleigh 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 January 21, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Air and British Airways from Raleigh to South Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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
8,521 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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
3,754 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,599 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Air France
7.4
Good
1,490 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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
8,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to South Africa?

    Raleigh-Durham (RDU), located 11.1 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Raleigh to South Africa.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Raleigh to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $769. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Raleigh to South Africa for a low price.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Raleigh to South Africa consider Raleigh-Durham - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Raleigh-Durham - Cape Town Intl or Raleigh-Durham - Durban King Shaka Intl as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to South Africa?

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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$810Average$1,355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$891Average$1,239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,042Average$1,263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,053Average$1,208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,057Average$1,653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,136Average$1,706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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