Domestic flights in South Africa

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Johannesburg.$77 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 May, returning Mon, 26 May.Return flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departs from Durban King Shaka International on Fri, 23 May, arriving in Lanseria.Inbound direct flight with Safair departs from Lanseria on Mon, 26 May, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $77, select.

Durban.$77 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 May, returning Mon, 19 May.Return flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 19 May, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound direct flight with Safair departs from Durban King Shaka International on Mon, 19 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $77, select.

Bloemfontein.$98 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Jun, returning Wed, 25 Jun.Return flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in Bloemfontein.Inbound direct flight with Safair departs from Bloemfontein on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $98, select.

Cape Town.$107 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Jun, returning Sun, 8 Jun.Return flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departs from Lanseria on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound direct flight with Safair departs from Cape Town on Sun, 8 Jun, arriving in Lanseria.Price includes taxes and charges.From $107, select.

Port Elizabeth.$113 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 May, returning Tue, 27 May.Return flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Port Elizabeth.Inbound direct flight with Safair departs from Port Elizabeth on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $113, select.

East London.$114 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 May, returning Tue, 20 May.Return flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 19 May, arriving in East London.Inbound direct flight with Safair departs from East London on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $114, select.

Nelspruit.$122 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 May, returning Sun, 25 May.Return flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 18 May, arriving in Nelspruit.Inbound direct flight with Safair departs from Nelspruit on Sun, 25 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $122, select.

George.$123 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun, returning Wed, 4 Jun.Return flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departs from Lanseria on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in George.Inbound direct flight with Safair departs from George on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Lanseria.Price includes taxes and charges.From $123, select.

Facts on the fly: domestic travel in South Africa

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest domestic flight found from Durban	Johannesburg, $77
Cheapest month to fly	May
Most popular destination in South Africa	Johannesburg
Most popular domestic airline	Safair

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Fly with Safair

Currently, Safair offers the lowest priced flights around South Africa. The lowest price we found over the next 12 months is $35.

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Catching domestic flights in South Africa: FAQs

How many domestic flights are there per week in South Africa?

There are around 3,967 flights around South Africa each week.

When are domestic flights in South Africa the cheapest?

It looks like domestic flights in South Africa are currently cheapest in May, but fares can fluctuate a lot. Why not set up a Price Alert, so you can watch your preferred flight and book when it's cheapest?

Are domestic flights the best way to get around South Africa?

If you want to save time, yes. Whereas boats, trains or driving can take a full day or more, a flight across South Africa takes an hour or less.

Do I need a passport to take a domestic flight in South Africa?

No. Whilst travellers do need to present ID, you generally only need a passport if you are leaving South Africa. But it's best to check with your airline before you fly to make sure, as policies can differ.

If travelling within South Africa, when should I arrive at the airport for my flight?

It's important to allow enough time to drop any baggage and clear security just as you would if you were travelling somewhere outside of South Africa. So try to arrive at the airport at least two hours before your flight.

What's the cheapest destination I can fly to within South Africa?

Currently, flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Durban King Shaka International Airport are the best value.

How much are domestic flights in South Africa?

The average price of South Africa domestic flights is around $169.