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$933+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to South Africa

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — JNB
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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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 November 21, 2024.

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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 November 21, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 11/269:35 pmRDU - CPT
1 stop31h 35mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/56:45 pmCPT - RDU
1 stop30h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,087
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/256:00 amRDU - CPT
2 stops25h 30mEthiopian Air
Thu 12/51:50 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops30h 37mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/19$1,125
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/259:29 amRDU - CPT
2 stops29h 11mKenya Airways
Wed 12/42:30 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops29h 07mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/19$1,168
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 11/246:00 amRDU - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/2611:00 pmJNB - RDU
3 stops41h 37mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/20$1,370
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/75:32 pmRDU - CPT
2 stops35h 38mBritish Airways
Sun 12/226:45 pmCPT - RDU
2 stops35h 23mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/19$1,400
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/269:29 amRDU - CPT
3 stops45h 06mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/32:25 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops29h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,432
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/56:00 amRDU - CPT
1 stop27h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/138:50 pmCPT - RDU
1 stop24h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,477
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Wed 11/277:10 amRDU - JNB
2 stops34h 05mKenya Airways
Sat 12/141:15 amJNB - RDU
2 stops46h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/21$1,543
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/271:30 pmRDU - JNB
2 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/157:40 pmJNB - RDU
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,616
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/276:20 pmRDU - JNB
1 stop32h 05mAir France
Sun 12/157:40 pmJNB - RDU
1 stop27h 30mAir France
Deal found 11/20$1,622
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Wed 11/273:20 pmRDU - JNB
1 stop20h 40mDelta
Sun 12/157:40 pmJNB - RDU
1 stop27h 30mDelta
Deal found 11/21$1,644
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/262:28 pmRDU - CPT
2 stops34h 12mLufthansa
Fri 12/66:30 pmCPT - RDU
1 stop26h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 11/19$1,674

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/19

9:30 pm-10:20 am

1 stop29h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/5

7:25 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops29h 10m

$1,038

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 1/16

6:00 am-10:50 am

2 stops45h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/26

7:05 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops34h 20m

$1,075

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 12/7

9:30 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop31h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/22

6:45 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$1,090

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/19

6:00 am-1:10 pm

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/5

8:20 am-11:45 pm

3 stops46h 25m

$1,120

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/19

7:10 am-10:55 am

2 stops44h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/4

1:15 am-10:00 am

2 stops39h 45m

$1,159

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/17

6:45 pm-9:15 am

2 stops32h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/25

7:45 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop27h 25m

$1,160

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/17

1:00 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops27h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/25

7:45 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop27h 25m

$1,161

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/17

2:15 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/25

11:55 pm-9:02 pm

2 stops27h 07m

$1,172

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/4

7:10 am-1:35 pm

3 stops47h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/18

2:25 pm-12:47 pm

3 stops28h 22m

$1,211

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/17

9:35 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/26

6:45 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop31h 00m

$1,216

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to South Africa (average of $1,183). Flying from Raleigh to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,694). 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 November 21, 2024.

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 November 21, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines and Turkish Airlines 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,759 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
805 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,637 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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 Ethiopian Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $933. However, be on the lookout for offers from Lufthansa 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 - Cape Town Intl, Raleigh-Durham - Johannesburg OR Tambo 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to South Africa (average of $1,183). Flying from Raleigh to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,694). 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$810Average$1,354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$891Average$1,198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,042Average$1,281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,053Average$1,208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,081Average$1,637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,136Average$1,702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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