Cheap flights to Johannesburg

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      Flight deals to Johannesburg

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight to Johannesburg? If you want to travel to Johannesburg next month, round-trip fares start from $778. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
      How did we find these flight deals? We looked at every economy class flight to Johannesburg. These fares have the biggest savings when compared to the average price.

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      Airports in Johannesburg

      Compare routes to Johannesburg below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier.

      Frequently asked questions

      There are 2 airports in Johannesburg: Johannesburg O.R. Tambo and Lanseria.
      Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct to Johannesburg. But we found flights with one or more stops from $721.
      The cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg is usually January.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Johannesburg but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between Israel and Johannesburg. Most routes have one or more stops.
      The best price we found for a round-trip flight to Johannesburg is $721. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      The cheapest airport near Johannesburg is Johannesburg O.R. Tambo – which is 21.7 km away from the center of Johannesburg. We've found flights to this airport from $721.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Johannesburg is Tuesday, January 19, 2027.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      The average temperature in Johannesburg in September is around 18°C. The warmest month in Johannesburg is typically January, which averages 27°C. The coolest month is June, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is February, and it usually rains the least in July.
      Currently, Aegean Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg.

      Flying to Johannesburg

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found$721
      Cheapest month to flyJanuary

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      How to find cheap flights to Johannesburg

      • $394 is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Johannesburg. Or you can book a round-trip ticket for $721.

      • Snag a great deal by creating a Price Alert. We'll do the monitoring for you, sending notifications when fares go down.

      • The earlier you book, the better. You might even be able to score some awesome early bird deals for your flight.

      • Select the 'Add nearby airports' option to expand your search for cheap flights to Johannesburg. This will list every airport around your departure and arrival destinations.

      • Taking an indirect route can help you save, so search for flights that have one stop or more. After your results show up, select the 'Stops' filter to browse your options.

      Best time to go to Johannesburg

      • If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest month, and even day of the year, to fly.

      • To experience this city at its liveliest, book your flights for April. Traveling during high seasons often means more to see and do than at other times of the year.

      • Visit in March if you're looking for a more relaxed experience. This is the quietest time of year and also when plane tickets to Johannesburg tend to be more affordable.

      • Check the weather before traveling. January is the warmest time of year in Johannesburg, averaging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

      • July is when temperatures hit their lowest, between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).

      • July is the driest month in Johannesburg. Leave your rain jacket behind and look forward to brighter days.

      Flying to Johannesburg: what you need to know

      Getting to central Johannesburg from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)

      • JNB, the city's primary airport, is located about 26 kilometers from central Johannesburg.

      • If you're ride-sharing or taking a cab after your flight to Johannesburg, it'll take around 30 minutes to reach the center.

      • Expect the ride to take about 35 minutes when using public transport.

      • Take your pick of comfortable hotels close to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. Check in to one of these after your flight to Johannesburg:

      • Start your Johannesburg adventure sooner by collecting a car rental at JNB. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are well-known names to take your pick of here.

      • Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport serves Johannesburg and nearby areas in Gauteng, South Africa.

      Johannesburg highlights

      • Hop off your flight to Johannesburg and head directly for these leading attractions:

        • Apartheid Museum: Located around 5 kilometers southwest of the city center, this landmark is the perfect place to start your sightseeing around the city.

        • Top of Africa: Take a tour of this landmark next. Around 0.16 kilometers south of the city center, it's worth checking out to get the full Johannesburg experience.

      Explore more of South Africa

      • Up for more exploring? Soweto will add more excitement to your journey through South Africa. It's about 21 kilometers west of Johannesburg and features Soweto, Hector Pieterson Memorial and Mandela's House.

      • Another city in South Africa that has plenty of appeal is Pretoria. From Johannesburg, it's around 56 kilometers north and features highlights like Nelson Mandela Statue and Ditsong National Museum of Natural History. Stop by Idube Game Reserve too.

      • Expand your adventure to Benoni. Roughly 27 kilometers east of Johannesburg, Korsman Bird Sanctuary, OR Tambo Cultural Precinct and Korsman Conservancy are reasons to go.

      Complete your trip with a Johannesburg car rental

      • For a getaway that runs on your schedule, rent a car in the city. Browse the range of car rentals in Johannesburg and unlock the top deals with a single search. You can also compare rental cars on everything from included mileage to flexible bookings and provider rating.

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.