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Price, demand and travel trends for Omaha to South Africa flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What are the cheapest fares from Omaha to South Africa right now?

Here are the cheapest round-trip fares from Omaha to South Africa on KAYAK in the last week:

• Cape Town Intl (CPT) from $1,315
• Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) from $1,423
• Port Elizabeth (PLZ) from $1,847

Which airport in South Africa is the cheapest to fly to from Omaha?

Based on KAYAK data from the past 12 months, the cheapest airports to fly into South Africa are:

• Cape Town Intl (CPT) from $1,544
• Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) from $1,930
• Port Elizabeth (PLZ) from $2,307

What’s the cheapest day to fly from Omaha to South Africa?

Wednesday tends to be the cheapest day to fly from Omaha to South Africa, while Sunday is the most expensive. Fares run about 38% higher that day, based on the past 12 months of KAYAK data.

What's the cheapest time of day to fly from Omaha to South Africa?

Data from the past 12 months shows it's cheapest to fly to South Africa during the evening with average prices of $1,670. The afternoon is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $1,922.

Key details for Omaha to South Africa flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$777
Beat the crowds with an average 69% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 82% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Omaha to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Your Omaha to South Africa flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • Is now a good time to book a flight from Omaha to South Africa?

    Yes. Fares from Omaha to South Africa are low right now. As a rule of thumb, a round-trip under $1,467 (cheaper than most fares this year) is a good deal, so if you spot one at or below that, it's a good time to book.

  • How much should I budget for a flight from Omaha to South Africa?

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from Omaha to South Africa have ranged from $1,467 to $2,119.

  • What are the main airports serving South Africa?

    South Africa has 30 airports. The three busiest are Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) (66% of arrivals), Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) (15%) and Bloemfontein Intl (BFN) (8%).

  • What airlines fly nonstop from Omaha to South Africa?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, no airline regularly operates nonstop flights from Omaha to South Africa. However, Delta offers a one-stop option.

  • Which cabin classes are available on flights from Omaha to South Africa?

    On flights from Omaha to South Africa you can book Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class or First Class.

  • What are some popular landmarks in South Africa?

    KAYAK travelers' favorite landmarks in South Africa include:

    • Cape Town International Convention Centre
    • Sea Point Pavilion
    • Camps Bay Beach
    • Sandton Convention Centre

  • Which airline provides a more comfortable economy seat from Omaha to South Africa?

    Ethiopian Air offers one of the most comfortable economy flights from Omaha to Johannesburg in South Africa. On each leg of the flight, economy passengers will have 32 inches of seat pitch, on-demand seat-back video, a USB outlet, and a complimentary meal provided. This flight allows one carry-on and one checked bag.

  • Can I rent a car at the O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg?

    O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg has several on-site car rental companies located in a dedicated parking lot. When you exit the International Terminal, turn left and then cross the street. The rental car lot e and counters are behind the P2 parking lot. Certain car rental companies will have a representative waiting for you at arrivals in order to escort you to the lot and to your rental car.

  • Do I need a visa in order to fly from Omaha to South Africa?

    Americans traveling to South Africa for reasons of tourism or business do not need a visa as long as you intend to depart South Africa within 90 days. Your passport needs to remain valid for at least 30 days after your stated date of departure from South Africa. This passport must have at least two consecutive blank pages.

  • Where else can I fly to in South Africa from Omaha?

    You can find flights from Eppley Airfield in Omaha to Cape Town, on the southwestern tip of South Africa. You will be landing at Cape Town International Airport (CPT), a hub for FlySafair, Airlink, South African Airways, and others. Delta offers one-stop flights from Eppley Airfield to Cape Town International Airport that have a connection at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).

Your guide to booking Omaha to South Africa flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, book your trip for November when flights are typically cheapest and avoid June when prices are at their highest.
  • Flying on Wednesday is usually the cheapest. Flights on Sunday cost about 38% more on average, so being flexible with your travel dates could help you save.
  • If you're looking to save, Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the cheapest airport to fly into from Omaha. If you have onward travel, don't forget to factor in the cost of your journey by train, bus or domestic flight.
  • Start your trip in East London, which is the most popular destination in South Africa. From there, it's easy to continue on to other popular destinations such as Cape Town, Durban and Johannesburg.
  • Airline passengers flying from Omaha to South Africa will depart from Eppley Airfield (OMA), also known as Omaha Airport. Situated about 4 miles northeast of Downtown Omaha, Eppley Airfield serves eastern Nebraska, as well as western Iowa.
  • Flights from Omaha, Nebraska in the United States destined for South Africa will most likely land at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), serving Johannesburg. This airport, a gateway to South Africa, is a hub for Airlink, CemAir, FlySafair, South African Airways, and LIFT.
  • One of the cheapest flights from Omaha to Johannesburg in South Africa is aboard Ethiopian Air and has three stops. Connection cities on this flight include New York City, Lome, and Addis Ababa. This flight does not include any self-transfers or airport changes.
  • If you are traveling from Omaha to South Africa with a baby, you can find convenient facilities at Eppley Airfield. Baby care rooms for changing diapers and breastfeeding are available on both Concourse A and Concourse B. A family restroom is also available and can be found in the Central Terminal on the lower level.
  • When you fly from Eppley airfield to O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, the cheapest flights generally allow one checked bag and one carry-on. However, a slightly more expensive Economy Classic flight aboard Qatar Airways with stops in Dallas and Doha allow one carry-on and two checked bags.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Omaha to South Africa

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Omaha 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.
7.8
DeltaOverall score based on 8683 reviews
7.2Food
8.5Crew
7.8Entertainment
8.1Boarding
7.8Comfort
Airline reviews

I enjoyed the whole flight and the crew was amazing i dont usually fly delta

10.0 ExcellentJoel, Oct 2026
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I enjoyed the whole flight and the crew was amazing i dont usually fly delta

Very nice the whole crew was amazing and very professional. I had an offer for a drink it was handled great and amazing crew and nice flight.

I just wish the boarding process/time to take off after boarding was quicker and more efficient. I also wish that the overhead luggage was managed better. almost every time i fly there is no space for carry ons and they are either checked or I end up having to store it several rows back from my seat. Delta should not offer carryons for all customers if there is not actually space for everyone

Boarding was delayed by an hour and then we proceeded to sit on the tarmac for another 30-40 minutes. No clear explanation was ever given and the delay caused me to miss my connecting flight home. Was forced to stay the night in the connecting city which impacted my following workday and cause personal issues at home as well.

I didn't like like much about my experience with Delta. I had to spend the entire day at the airport due to some mechanical issues. My flight was supposed to leave at 8:30am didn't leave until 6pm. Horrible experience.

Bad. Flight was delayed due to maintenance issue with Delta. Seats were small, no service, bag got broken on initial flight. Cramped and hot. Sitting inside with no ac.

Flight attendent didn't let me sit in the empty window seat literally next to me. Doors had closed already so I moved over. She came over, asked for my ticket and made me switch back to the middle. The man on the aisle and I were right on top of each other. Seemed like a real power trip for no reason at all.

The number of interim flight delays has been higher than I can remember in my history of travel making any connection a mystery as to whether you will actually make it.

The food was terrible especially for a 15 hour international flight. The crew was unpleasant as well.

Of course, the Gate change was last minute and they were boarding g when we finally got to the change of terminal as well.

The flight went great. Of course sleeping is always a challenge for me when sitting up but there’s nothing they could’ve done about that. All went as great as it could’ve. Food great, friendly flight attendants and good entertainment.

We flew with Qatar Airlines before (2021) , the service was much better than this time, the flight attendants were not very friendly and cheerful . One of the attendants asked the person setting next to me (by the window) are you Mr. ……, if you may need any thing to let her know . I asked for a dinner meal with beef , she said, we are out, only chicken is available, then she said wait I may get you one with beef, she came back and gave me chicken. Then she gave the gentleman next to me the beef meal . The bathrooms were left dirty and full of overfilled paper tissues, urine every where on the floor and on the toilet seat . Qatar Airways has an excellent reputation and deserves better . Thank you 🙏

Horrible horrible plane for such a long flight. I thought Qatar was a reputable airline. Was proven so wrong. Never again…:-(

Qatar Airways has consistently set a standard in my mind that very few airlines manage to sustain, and once again, this journey in Economy Class lived up to that expectation. As an avid globetrotter who travels extensively for work, I experience many airlines, service cultures, and levels of hospitality. Yet there is something reassuringly consistent about Qatar Airways. It is not simply the onboard service, but the entire experience: the professionalism, courtesy, warmth, attentiveness, and genuine sense of hospitality. The cabin crew are exceptionally well trained, composed, aligned, and polished in their delivery, yet their interactions rarely feel mechanical. They remain remarkably courteous while retaining a genuine human warmth and an apparent eagerness to assist. On almost every Qatar journey, there are individual crew members who somehow manage to stand out and make the experience even more memorable. What I value most is the consistency. Qatar Airways has established a certain benchmark of expectation for me and, over many journeys, has never underdelivered against it. There is a sense of confidence and ease that comes with boarding a Qatar flight because I know the overall experience will be thoughtfully delivered. For someone who spends a considerable amount of time travelling, that peace of mind matters enormously. Qatar Airways remains one of the airlines I genuinely enjoy flying, not because of any single aspect of the service, but because of the complete package and the remarkable consistency with which it is delivered. The only disappointment on this occasion was that my luggage did not arrive with me at my final destination in Kolkata (CCU), following my journey from Seattle (SEA) via Doha (DOH). Unfortunately, the baggage was delayed in Doha. A baggage exception report is already on file with the local airport team in CCU. Given the confidence Qatar Airways has built with me over the years, I remain optimistic that they will once again live up to that expectation, work their magic, and reunite me with my luggage within the next 24 hours. Looking forward to a swift resolution and, notwithstanding this final hiccup, another thoroughly enjoyable Qatar Airways journey.

Mediocre movies Too cold Didn’t have extra blankets Check in was too long (60-70 min coming 3 hours early) Breakfast was terrible Great WiFi however And smooth ride Dinner was decent

Really good food and service. Qatar Airways is again and again provided an exceptional experience.

Extremely uncomfortable seats with very little cushioning, unable to recline enough to sleep comfortably on this 13 hour overnight flight. My body was in pain by the end.

When we checked in at the Siem Reap Airport in Cambodia, we were only given three boarding passes and told that we would have to check in with American when we arrived in Boston. This was a source of stress for us. After we landed in Boston, we had a long passage from Terminal E to Terminal B (American Airline ticketing counter). Because the electronic ticketing kiosks for check-in would not recognize our Confirmation Code, we had to wait for an hour in a long line where only two AA reps were taking care of Special Services passengers. In many years of both business and recreational travel, I have never had this experience. I would expect more from AA being in partnership with other airlines to do a better job with this.

Our experience on the Doha to Hyderabad segment was extremely stressful due to prolonged delays and a lack of clear communication from the airline. We were traveling as a family, including children, and the uncertainty around timing and next steps caused significant distress. There was very little proactive information provided during the delay, and we were not given clear written explanations about what was happening or how long it might take. This made it difficult to manage the situation, especially while caring for children in a transit environment. In addition, one member of our party was ultimately unable to continue travel, which added to the emotional strain and disruption of the trip. Overall, the experience highlighted gaps in communication, customer care, and handling of unexpected situations. We are sharing this feedback so that future passengers, especially families, are supported with clearer communication and better assistance during irregular operations.

I am a big person and have back pain and swelling in my legs, so this was a challenging flight due to confined space. I didn't find the crew very friendly either. I will think twice before flying long distances with Qatar again, due to the lack of legroom.

New Max 10, first class seats have been shrunk. End of a 20 hour journey, it was United not Lufthansa, just glad to get home

Worst boarding experience, flight extremely delayed causing super tight connect and deplaning was a disaster as ppl were pushing and shoving to get off. Then after flying over 8 hours had to get off a job to next flight. Limited beverage service in Business class (water or white wine) no food. The plane was very cold (temperature) so uncomfortable

Seats needs to be wirer and food is very poor

Staff on the plane was incredible. Check-in was very complicated with no staff to help at the airport. I was charged for a second bag even though my ticket says 2 bags are free

Staff could’ve been a little more cordial. The men were much more friendlier than the women. My daughter and I also missed the 2nd to last meal as we were sleeping but that is on us.

It was good overall except from Omaha to Denver when flight a was a repeatedly delayed apparently due to some issue at Denver. Communications could have been handled better. I had to board then deboard with luggage and board again

There were issues with the first segment but what really bothered me overall is that you rebooked me and put me in a seat away from my wife and then put her in another booking or boarding group. I don't like having to monitor every little thing you guys do in order to get what I paid for in the first place.

The food needs to be improved, up to the standard of the people and the accommodation.

The staff was phenomenal. I can’t think of anything that could be better. Will be flying with UA again

I had very little time to change planes originally in Denver after my flight from Omaha. I had an hour and a half layover in Denver originally and my flight leaving Omaha was delayed an hour because they had to change a tire which I can understand. When I reached Denver my other flight was late, fortunately, but I still had only 10 minutes to run about a mile through the airport to get to my flight. Again, fortunately I am a healthy 71-year-old and was able to accomplish this feat. However, the stress was more than necessary to bear.

It was close to its perfect the flake could be took off early, landed early, didn’t have to wait for my daughter stroller luggage came out quick, very efficient, very good flight

Unfortunately the flight was delayed. On a positive note the status updates in the app/text message were good

We waitied for 2 hours for flights to take off. Make us to seat 2 hours in small space is not good.

Ultimately fine but plane seemed dated and creaky and landing was hard…. At no time did I feel unsafe so thank you.

Wheel Chair Access sucked. I had a guy from Bangaldesh drop me off without taking me to the gate

The amount of gate changes and delays is completely unacceptable. This has happened on 3 of 4 trips between Chicago and Dallas in 2026.

I didn't like anything about this flight. The only reason anyone drinks Jack is because you ran out of Woodford. You should know to stock more Woodford. When you wait of first class hand and foot from the minute they get on the plane 5 feet from me but then start service from the rear of the plane so main cabin plus gets the scraps, that's how you get people to stop flying your airline.

American Airlines was horrible! The layover flight to DFW was delayed with no clear communication and for us having to stay the whole day which led to staying a night in Dallas was comped with 2 $12 dollar vouchers and a crappy hotel. We missed a whole day in Tokyo for our honeymoon and stressed the whole 24 hours. We were supposed to leave at the same time the following day, but that was delayed hours again. And instead of letting the delayed flight go first, they let the flight that was scheduled ahead of us. American should refund us the day wasted in Dallas that should have been in Tokyo! We had lost out on paid events that we can’t get refunded. When we finally did leave, it was a good flight. You would think that was the only issue with American but we from the LAX layover, we were delayed 6 hours and were given a $12 dollar voucher that covered a drink only. The only communication we were given then was that because they were delayed in a prior flight we were delayed again. I don’t understand why it was only with American that we had such a bad time with! They have definitely left a sour taste in our mouths for our honeymoon! And then they did send an email saying we could have 2K miles…. For what? To be delayed into another day and miss our flight again?

I will never but. through kayak again. and American Airlines. I will never fly again on. They're both thieves.

Waiting for gate in RDU for more than 20mins is crazy.

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