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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 $1,586
• Port Elizabeth (PLZ) from $1,845

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) (avg. price $1,544)
• Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) (avg. price $1,930)
• Port Elizabeth (PLZ) (avg. price $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 8696 reviews
7.8Comfort
8.5Crew
7.8Entertainment
8.1Boarding
7.2Food
Airline reviews

good in general food is just snack and beverages (same snacks all the time) could you try to change them?

8.0 ExcellentMiguel, Oct 2026
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good in general food is just snack and beverages (same snacks all the time) could you try to change them?

We experienced delays in small increments that added up to more than an hour. At the gate, staff showed little concern and compared our delay with the inbound flight’s two-hour tarmac wait, which didn’t address our situation. Once onboard, the flight attendants seemed tired and unfriendly. I understand delays are frustrating for everyone, but passengers shouldn’t feel blamed for them. During the flight, a bright light above the emergency exit stayed on. It was concerning, and no one explained it or offered passengers the option to move. After landing, we waited about 30 minutes on the tarmac for a gate, then waited again for an agent to connect the plane to the terminal. From the Reagan gate staff to the cabin crew and RDU personnel, the service felt dismissive throughout. Overall, this was a stressful trip and a very disappointing customer-service experience

My flight from Atlanta to Oklahoma City was delayed multiple times. I ended up arriving in Oklahoma City nearly two hours later at around 1:50 am the following morning. This was a highly disappointing experience.

My Delta flight 2423 from Atlanta to Oklahoma City got delayed multiple times. It was originally scheduled to depart at 10:41 pm EST with a 11:58 pm CST arrival in Oklahoma City. However, after multiple delays, the flight finally departed Atlanta at around 12:40 am and arrived in Oklahoma City at around 1:50 am. What was even more disappointing was that none of the crew members acknowledged, let alone apologize, for the delays. These delays were not due to weather and were only due to operational/mechanical issues on the part of Delta. As a former Platinum SkyMiles member, I valued loyalty with Delta. However, after having similar experiences in the recent past, I'll be switching my loyalty over to American Airlines going forward. This was a highly disappointing experience.

Love Delta. I'll take connections to stay on Delta even if another airline has a direct flight.

The main issue was the quantity of the drink. The hostess gave only half cup full of the soft drink. I was thirsty and was expecting full glass like every other time.

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.

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.

Connection times always good online, but not in reality when first leg is delayed (2 out of 2 times this trip).

When booking, the connection times seem fine. But in reality, my two connections were cut short by the first leg being delayed due to issues at the destination (too much traffic going into SFO, ORD) and it became extremely stressful.

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.

The flight from DFW to SAT started out with a 2 hour delay. It was a five hour delay with no real explanation as to why. In addition, the time of arrival kept changing from 10:00 pm to 11:00pm to sometime after midnight. Driver picking me up in SAT was as confused as I was. Flight attendants were patient thank goodness since folks were a bit upset about a 2 hour delay that stretched into 5 hours.

Flight was good- arrived early ! But ticketing with Underpricer and Kayak was poor at best- unnessacarily difficult due to how the ticket were issued

Flight attendant, forgot her name, was in front cabin, she was great

My overall experience with British Airways was good. The cabin crew were friendly and helpful, and the flight was comfortable. The food was average and could be improved, but overall, I had a pleasant experience.

Cabin staff were very disengaged, spoke with no eye contact, dismissive. Disappointing compared to my United experiences.

awful delay, awful communication, zero updates throughout the experience of a giant delay

It was decent, there was no WiFi on the flight but the FA’s gave everyone a warning once we boarded the plane. Unfortunately it didn't give me enough time to download my entertainment content.

On Time. AA is late due to maintenance all the time.

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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