How to find cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to South Africa
The cheapest return flight from Fort Lauderdale to South Africa is currently priced at $1,716.
You'll be travelling from Fort Lauderdale into Cape Town in Cape Town with that fare.
$1,242 is the lowest price available for a one-way trip.
Want to let the lowest fares decide your next stop? Select 'South Africa' in the 'To' field to find the best deals by city.
There are four international airports in South Africa you can fly into.
Choose 'Add nearby airports' to broaden your search and compare prices across all airports close to both your departure and destination cities.
Book as soon as you can. You'll have more times, airlines and routes to pick from. Wait until the last moment and you could be left with fewer choices and higher costs.
Stay on top of fare changes by setting up a Price Alert. If you haven't already, download the Skyscanner app to get updates on the go.
Best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to South Africa
October is usually the cheapest month to catch a flight from Fort Lauderdale to South Africa.
Travelling midweek can often be a smarter choice. Prices are generally lower on Tuesdays and Wednesdays than the rest of the week.
April, July and September are the most popular months to travel to South Africa. April tops the list, making it an ideal time to visit if you like things to feel a little more lively.
Alternatively, skip the peak season rush by searching for flights in January, March and December. Out of these low season months, March is the quietest.
Popular places to visit in South Africa
Johannesburg
This Gauteng city is one of the leading destinations for Fort Lauderdale to South Africa flights. Start your sightseeing at unmissable attractions like Apartheid Museum, Nelson Mandela Statue and Top of Africa.
Johannesburg's major airports are Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) and Lanseria Airport (HLA). You'll discover some excellent flight deals between the two.
Check out the range of hotels in Johannesburg and pair your trip with a stay you'll love.
Cape Town
Table Mountain, The Rock and Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden are among the first things worth making time for in this Western Cape city.
Fly in through Cape Town Airport (CPT) and go straight from arrivals to discovering the sights.
Check out hotels in Cape Town and find a stay that suits your plans.
Durban
Major attractions to tick off while you're in this corner of KwaZulu-Natal include Durban Beach, Moses Mabhida Stadium and Suncoast Beach.
Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR) is the main airport for flights into the city.
From short city visits to longer stays, hotels in Durban cater to all kinds of budgets and travel styles.
Visiting South Africa for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Entry rules can often change, so check in advance whether you'll need a visa or other documentation before you travel. Your airline, travel agent or the local consulate or embassy will have the most up-to-date information.
You'll be using the South African rand (ZAR) for all your purchases.
Pretoria is the capital of South Africa, which has a population of around 63 million.
This destination has one standard time zone of UTC+2.
Weather can have a real impact on your trip, so travel when the forecast suits your plans. January is South Africa's warmest month.
Temperatures are often coolest around July.
You can expect more rain in January, while June tends to be drier.
The most well-known events on the local calendar include the Cape Town Minstrel Carnival, the National Arts Festival and the Cape Town Jazz Festival. Line up your Fort Lauderdale to South Africa flight around occasions like these for an experience that goes beyond sightseeing.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
Locked in that cheap flight from Fort Lauderdale to South Africa? Now work out where you'll rest your head and how you'll get around. Explore the range of hotels in South Africa and filter your search by location, budget and more. Also browse car rental options in South Africa and choose from pickup points in cities or at airports.