Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to South Africa from $1,104

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 7/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — JNB
May 21 — May 281

How far in advance should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to South Africa?

To save up to 64% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 13 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Columbus Airport to South Africa from $1,126 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $1,855 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to South Africa?

The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to South Africa from Columbus Airport average $1,539. You can even find prices in February for less than $1,539, as users have found deals to South Africa from as low as $1,255. The month of July appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to South Africa from Columbus Airport. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 32%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus Airport to South Africa (CMH - ZA)?

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.

Cheap Kenya Airways flights from Columbus to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Kenya Airways for the route between Columbus and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Kenya Airways flights we've found from Columbus to South Africa. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Tue 9/177:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops35h 15mKenya Airways
Thu 9/261:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops40h 27mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,226
Sun 9/17:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops26h 50mKenya Airways
Fri 9/205:00 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops24h 42mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,372
Sun 9/17:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops35h 15mKenya Airways
Thu 9/191:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops46h 18mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,668
Mon 8/57:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops45h 55mKenya Airways
Sun 8/111:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops40h 26mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/16$1,776
Mon 6/177:12 amCMH - JNB
2 stops26h 38mKenya Airways
Sun 7/141:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops39h 32mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,839
Tue 7/237:15 amCMH - JNB
2 stops35h 00mKenya Airways
Sat 8/241:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops46h 26mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,944
Tue 5/217:07 amCMH - JNB
2 stops26h 43mKenya Airways
Fri 5/311:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops46h 06mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/15$4,883

Cheap Ethiopian Air flights from Columbus to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Ethiopian Air for the route between Columbus and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Ethiopian Air flights from Columbus to South Africa. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Tue 9/1711:55 amCMH - JNB
3 stops34h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 9/2711:00 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops30h 37mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/15$1,280
Tue 9/176:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Fri 9/2711:00 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops30h 37mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/15$1,349
Sun 9/17:45 amCMH - JNB
3 stops38h 10mEthiopian Air
Fri 9/2011:00 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops30h 37mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/15$1,580
Tue 5/211:32 pmCMH - JNB
3 stops32h 23mEthiopian Air
Sat 6/12:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops29h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/16$1,602
Sun 9/16:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Fri 9/2011:00 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops30h 37mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/15$1,603
Tue 5/216:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 6/12:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops29h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/15$1,657
Tue 5/211:32 pmCMH - JNB
3 stops32h 23mEthiopian Air
Sat 6/12:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops29h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/15$1,687
Sun 9/17:45 amCMH - CPT
3 stops48h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 9/202:35 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops39h 02mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/15$1,777
Thu 7/116:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 7/202:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops29h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/16$2,242

Cheap Columbus to South Africa flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Columbus to South Africa specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Prices were last updated on May 16, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Columbus to South Africa in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Mon 6/175:59 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops33h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/159:05 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops28h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,535
Tue 5/211:32 pmCMH - JNB
3 stops32h 23mEthiopian Air
Sat 6/12:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops29h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/16$1,602
Mon 6/172:50 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops35h 40mLufthansa
Fri 7/127:00 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops29h 11mLufthansa
Deal found 5/16$1,604
Tue 5/216:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 6/12:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops29h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/15$1,657
Tue 5/211:32 pmCMH - JNB
3 stops32h 23mEthiopian Air
Sat 6/12:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops29h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/15$1,687
Thu 6/2712:51 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops38h 59mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/159:05 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops30h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,756
Mon 6/175:24 pmCMH - JNB
1 stop18h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/157:00 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops27h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,765
Sat 6/156:15 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops58h 45mBritish Airways
Sat 8/106:55 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops46h 03mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,785
Mon 6/177:12 amCMH - JNB
2 stops26h 38mKenya Airways
Sun 7/141:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops39h 32mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,839

Columbus to South Africa 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Columbus and South Africa in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Columbus to South Africa in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 9/177:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops35h 15mKenya Airways
Thu 9/261:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops40h 27mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,226
Fri 9/132:10 pmCMH - CPT
3 stops65h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/262:30 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,232
Sun 9/16:35 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops58h 25mBritish Airways
Fri 9/206:55 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops31h 23mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,242
Fri 9/132:10 pmCMH - CPT
3 stops65h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/2611:00 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops42h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,258
Sun 9/16:35 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops58h 25mBritish Airways
Fri 9/206:55 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops33h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,272
Tue 9/1711:55 amCMH - JNB
3 stops34h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 9/2711:00 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops30h 37mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/15$1,280
Tue 9/176:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Fri 9/2711:00 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops30h 37mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/15$1,349
Fri 9/137:51 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops56h 09mLufthansa
Thu 9/265:45 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops35h 52mLufthansa
Deal found 5/15$1,368
Sun 9/17:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops26h 50mKenya Airways
Fri 9/205:00 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops24h 42mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,372

Columbus to South Africa flights leaving soon

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Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Columbus to South Africa. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Tue 5/211:32 pmCMH - JNB
3 stops32h 23mEthiopian Air
Sat 6/12:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops29h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/16$1,602
Tue 5/216:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 6/12:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops29h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/15$1,657
Tue 5/211:32 pmCMH - JNB
3 stops32h 23mEthiopian Air
Sat 6/12:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops29h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/15$1,687
Tue 5/2112:46 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops45h 24mQatar Airways
Sat 6/11:35 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops52h 18mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/16$1,888
Tue 5/2112:46 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops45h 24mQatar Airways
Sat 6/18:15 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops45h 38mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,922
Tue 5/211:51 pmCMH - JNB
1 stop23h 09mDelta
Sat 6/111:15 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops28h 44mDelta
Deal found 5/16$2,465
Tue 5/217:07 amCMH - JNB
2 stops26h 43mKenya Airways
Fri 5/311:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops46h 06mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/15$4,883
Tue 5/213:14 pmCMH - JNB
1 stop21h 46mDelta
Sat 6/19:55 pmJNB - CMH
1 stop22h 14mDelta
Deal found 5/15$6,742

One-way flights to South Africa from Columbus

Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Columbus to South Africa. Users can also find round-trip Columbus to South Africa flights by using the search form above.
Thu 7/116:05 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops33h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/15$1,104
Thu 7/116:00 amCMH - JNB
3 stops39h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/15$1,458
Thu 7/115:25 pmCMH - JNB
1 stop18h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,682

Find flights from Columbus to South Africa within your budget

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 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

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Budget

$1,226 - $1,677

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Return

Price

ColumbusJohannesburg OR Tambo

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Tue 9/17

2 stops35h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/26

2 stops40h 27m

$1,226

ColumbusCape Town Intl

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Fri 9/13

3 stops65h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/26

3 stops35h 20m

$1,232

ColumbusCape Town Intl

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Sun 9/1

2 stops58h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/20

2 stops31h 23m

$1,242

ColumbusCape Town Intl

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Fri 9/13

3 stops65h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/26

2 stops42h 42m

$1,258

ColumbusJohannesburg OR Tambo

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Tue 9/17

3 stops34h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/27

3 stops30h 37m

$1,280

ColumbusCape Town Intl

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Fri 9/13

2 stops56h 09m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/26

2 stops35h 52m

$1,368

ColumbusJohannesburg OR Tambo

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Mon 8/5

2 stops35h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/12

2 stops26h 07m

$1,463

ColumbusJohannesburg OR Tambo

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Tue 9/17

1 stop18h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/27

2 stops24h 31m

$1,635

ColumbusJohannesburg OR Tambo

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sun 9/1

1 stop25h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/20

1 stop24h 47m

$1,677

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Deals found on 5/15

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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 May 16, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Air and United Airlines 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.
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.7
Good
4,387 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.4
Good
10,924 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.4
Good
787 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.3
Good
14,514 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

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  • Can I find flights from Columbus Airport to South Africa for under $1,300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Columbus Airport to South Africa for under $1,300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Kenya Airways for just $1,226, but on average you can expect to pay $1,409.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Columbus Airport to South Africa for under $1,700?

    There are currently 8+ open flights from Columbus Airport to South Africa within the next 7 days for less than $1,700.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $1,104. Users have also found prices from $1,458 and $1,682 on Ethiopian Air and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Columbus Airport to South Africa?

  • What does CMH to JNB mean?

    CMH stands for Columbus Airport, while JNB stands for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), East London Airport (ELS) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to South Africa that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Columbus to South Africa flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to South Africa that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Columbus to South Africa offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Columbus to South Africa?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Columbus to South Africa flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Columbus Airport to South Africa flight deals updated?

    The Columbus Airport to South Africa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/15.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Columbus to South Africa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,160Average$1,322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$1,242Average$1,568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,254Average$1,643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,267Average$1,454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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