$732 Find Cheap Flights from Columbus to South Africa

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Book Cheap Columbus to South Africa Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Columbus to South Africa that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to South Africa

Thu, Apr 9 - Sun, Apr 12
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7:11 am - 1:00 pmCMH-CPT
47h 49m2 stops
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2:30 pm - 6:02 pmCPT-CMH
33h 32m3 stops
$1,159Kenya Airways
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Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Mar 4
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7:45 am - 8:20 amCMH-JNB
41h 35m2 stops
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9:50 am - 8:05 pmJNB-CMH
41h 15m2 stops
$1,185Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 24
United Airlines Logo
3:05 pm - 4:10 pmCMH-CPT
18h 05m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 1:30 pmCPT-CMH
23h 40m2 stops
$1,189United Airlines
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Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Mar 4
Ethiopian Air Logo
6:00 am - 1:05 pmCMH-JNB
24h 05m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:30 pm - 2:14 pmJNB-CMH
30h 44m3 stops
$1,220Ethiopian Air
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Fri, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 3
American Airlines Logo
3:00 pm - 10:25 amCMH-JNB
36h 25m2 stops
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10:00 pm - 5:59 pmJNB-CMH
26h 59m2 stops
$1,234American Airlines
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Wed, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:07 am - 1:35 pmCMH-CPT
47h 28m3 stops
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2:25 pm - 11:02 pmCPT-CMH
39h 37m3 stops
$1,247Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Mar 11 - Sun, Mar 22
Kenya Airways Logo
7:11 am - 1:35 pmCMH-CPT
48h 24m3 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
2:25 pm - 11:57 amCPT-CMH
27h 32m3 stops
$1,257Kenya Airways
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Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Mar 4
Ethiopian Air Logo
6:00 am - 1:05 pmCMH-JNB
24h 05m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:30 pm - 2:14 pmJNB-CMH
30h 44m3 stops
$1,265Ethiopian Air
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Fri, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 3
American Airlines Logo
8:29 pm - 12:10 pmCMH-CPT
32h 41m2 stops
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8:50 pm - 9:34 pmCPT-CMH
31h 44m2 stops
$1,331American Airlines
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Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Mar 4
United Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 6:35 pmCMH-JNB
18h 55m1 stop
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7:45 pm - 8:56 pmJNB-CMH
56h 11m2 stops
$1,442United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Columbus to South Africa flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Columbus to South Africa to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to South Africa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Columbus Airport to South Africa is November, when tickets cost $1,406 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are September and August, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $3,019 and $1,935 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus to South Africa?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to South Africa clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Columbus to South Africa, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from South Africa back to Columbus, the best deals are generally found on Sunday, with Saturday being the most expensive.

Good to know

Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$732
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 30% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
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FAQs - booking South Africa flights

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Columbus to South Africa?

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    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Columbus to South Africa is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Columbus to South Africa?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from Columbus to South Africa with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Columbus to South Africa?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Columbus to South Africa up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to South Africa?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to South Africa is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost $1,247 on average. Morning departures are around 28% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to South Africa is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,776.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Columbus to South Africa

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Columbus to South Africa? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 8002 reviews
7.3Food
7.9Comfort
8.5Crew
8.1Boarding
7.9Entertainment
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Great. Seamless. Check in agent at kiosk international was amazing and extremely helpful.

10.0 ExcellentWilliam, Nov 2025ATL - SJO
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Great. Seamless. Check in agent at kiosk international was amazing and extremely helpful.

Our flight from SFO to MSP was right on time on 11/15/2025. No delays. As we approached MSP at about 8 pm, we circled in the air until 8:40 pm so I don't call that efficient for MSP. I think the captain should announce the delay and why. (as if we all don't know that we are just circling around the area, slowing down, speeding up, slowing down.) Thank you. Marilyn Fischer

Service in business class was not impressive. I ordered coffee with dinner and then watched other people get 2 refills before I got my 1 cup of coffee, and only after I pressed the attendant button overhead. Furthermore, the seats in the forward cabin need maintenance on this 737-800: the upholstery is detaching from the seat frame, at least on the backs of seats 1C, 1D.

Plenty of leg room, temperature was great and staff was excellent. Would do it more often.

The ticket agents in West Palm Beach on Friday afternoon Nov. 7th were incredible in getting us on an earlier plane to Atlanta during the government shutdown. Had the taken our original flight we would have missed our connection. She did this on her own, We didn't even have to ask, and she did it all with a smile and showing genuine concern that we would be taken care of. We are very grateful and thankful. We fly often, and now we will be sure to fly Delta.

Flight delayed then cancelled. Misplaced luggage. Still do not have. Rented car 1100 mile drive. I had to buy some overnight Hotels clothes toiletries gas food at my expense. Still not home. Not sure where luggage is. Over 4 hours on hold to Felta

I truly love flying with Delta. They have always treated me with the upmost respect

Our flight attendant in FIRST CLASS was one of the worst I’ve ever had. She was not at all pleasant, nor particularly good at her service.

Everything went well and was good. Nothing exceptional, but no complaints either. Cheap seats are pretty comfortable.

Staff were friendly and happy. Delta could make sure passengers that don't have the app know of changes. Without Kayak I would not have known about the change of gate or the delay. Kayak was faster to notify me.

This was an older airplane. The cabin was constantly warm to hot throughout the 10 hour flight and there were no vents to personalize air flow. Also since it was an older plane, the material and comfort of the chairs were very uncomfortable. I left my flight with major soreness on my tailbone.

Very thoughtful flight attendant offered me water immediately since I had run to make my connection.

Door to door, the crew and staff were amazing. It was a stressful travel day with delays, but they were focused on customers and doing what they could to get us to our destinations.

Even though we were delayed, we were able to make our connection

Seats in waiting area and on plane hard as rock. Fast internet on the flight was great! Crew was kind.

Starlink wifi on the Embraer E175 is an excellent experience. I was able to connect and work from IAD all the way to approach into BTV.

Older aircraft, no meal, only food was for purchase. Not impressed United.

United needs to step up their game. Delayed flight leaving Seattle, San Francisco. Older aircraft, not very comfortable.

Always wish for more healthy, gluten free options. We have to bring our own.

Having a long layover, I was very appreciative of the ability to stand by for an earlier flight. Other airlines like Delta have refused this to me in the past, just to be mean (because my ticket class wasn't high enough). United went out of their way to help me get to my destination early, which I really appreciated given that it was the third leg of a 24+ hour journey for me.

We were told the flight was delayed 5 times, then it was moved to the next day.

More choices on snacks. Built-in video screen to enjoy entertainment choices.

we landed at cmh ten minutes early but had to sit on tarmac for twenty minutes because a plane was at our gate despite the fact that 3 other gates were open.

The experience with American Airlines was good, although the Philippines Airlines flight was much better (better seats, better food, better entertainment options, overall better). Again, the MIA to LAX flight was fine, but nothing in comparison to the comfort and accommodations of the Philippines Airlines flight from LAX to MNL.

I have a gluten allergy so did have any food

I have a gluten allergy so didn't have any food

Loved the crew . Absolutely no complaints. Except for luggage lost

Everything was good The connects, with no blame to crew. Or pilots. I understand they are short staffed. Everything went well for me. I'll be using you guys again in May if not sooner.

this plane was really old, had exit row seats and tray was in arm of seat so super uncomfortable to use. another seat they could t even use the tray it was broke. seat i. front of me had duct tape on it cause seat was ripped open... this plane should either be updated or retired.

We were very rushed by a staff member at the gate when transferring from American Airlines to Fijian. Then the plane stayed put for ages anyhow! The plane was delayed and my bag sent to San Francisco instead of Fiji

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