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R921+ Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/7. 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.
JNB — CPT
Jun 16 — Jun 231
1 adult

What to know about flights from OR Tambo

Discover essential information about flights departing from OR Tambo, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the OR Tambo airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 11 June 2025.

Cheapest one-way flight

R461

Cheapest round-trip flight

R962

Cheapest airline

Emirates

Most popular destination

Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR)

Good round-trip deal

R1 348 or less

Good one-way deal

R674 or less
The cheapest one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo is currently to Durban King Shaka Intl.
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The cheapest round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo is currently to Durban King Shaka Intl.
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On average, Emirates currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo (avg. price of R11 937).
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Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) is currently the most popular flight destination from Johannesburg OR Tambo (average return price of R2 168).
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 11 June 2025.

Sun 6/76:25JNB - DUR
Nonstop1h 15mFlySafair
Wed 9/721:10DUR - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mFlySafair
Deal found 10/6R921
Sun 22/66:00JNB - DUR
Nonstop1h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 25/613:55DUR - JNB
Nonstop1h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6R1 151
Tue 24/69:55JNB - DUR
Nonstop1h 05mLift
Fri 27/68:00DUR - JNB
Nonstop1h 05mLift
Deal found 10/6R1 453
Tue 15/78:10JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mSouth African
Sat 26/720:25CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Deal found 10/6R1 701
Wed 12/1118:35JNB - DUR
Nonstop1h 15mAirlink
Thu 11/127:00DUR - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Deal found 9/6R1 789
Sun 22/65:55JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/720:25CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/6R1 825
Fri 24/106:30JNB - DUR
Nonstop1h 10mSouth African
Mon 27/1018:40DUR - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mSouth African
Deal found 10/6R1 913
Tue 25/117:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mAirlink
Sun 30/116:05CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Deal found 9/6R1 913
Tue 15/713:00JNB - DUR
Nonstop1h 15mCemair
Fri 18/711:15DUR - JNB
Nonstop1h 15mCemair
Deal found 10/6R2 197
Wed 6/85:55JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Wed 13/819:15CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Deal found 11/6R2 285
Thu 7/819:00JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mLift
Tue 12/813:00CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mLift
Deal found 10/6R2 639
Sun 29/616:00JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mCemair
Tue 1/713:30CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mCemair
Deal found 9/6R3 543

Find flights from OR Tambo within your budget

Find flights departing from OR Tambo that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 11 June 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/11

6:00-7:05

Nonstop1h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 10/11

8:00-9:05

Nonstop1h 05m

R1 754

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/7

18:30-20:45

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 29/7

19:35-21:35

Nonstop2h 00m

R1 754

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/9

6:45-7:55

Nonstop1h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 2/10

8:10-9:20

Nonstop1h 10m

R1 771

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/11

18:35-19:50

Nonstop1h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 11/12

7:00-8:10

Nonstop1h 10m

R1 789

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/6

6:00-7:15

Nonstop1h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 30/6

21:30-22:40

Nonstop1h 10m

R1 825

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/6

5:55-8:15

Nonstop2h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/7

20:25-22:25

Nonstop2h 00m

R1 825

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/10

6:30-7:40

Nonstop1h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 27/10

18:40-19:50

Nonstop1h 10m

R1 913

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/11

7:30-9:45

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/11

6:05-8:10

Nonstop2h 05m

R1 913

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/7

13:00-14:15

Nonstop1h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 18/7

11:15-12:30

Nonstop1h 15m

R2 197

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/8

5:55-8:15

Nonstop2h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/8

19:15-21:20

Nonstop2h 05m

R2 285

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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo

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When is the best time to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 23 May 2025.

Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R957). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December will prove the most costly (average of R1 718). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 8 June 2025.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport would be wise to consider leaving during Wednesday afternoons when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Sunday at midday when fares are usually the most expensive.

Which airlines fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport check dates and pricing for the following: FlySafair, Airlink, South African, Cemair, Ethiopian Air. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Cape Town.

FlySafair
FlySafair
From R41
Airlink
Airlink
From R57
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R437
South African
South African
From R77

What are popular destinations to fly to from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

From Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport you can expect to find greater availability for the following destinations: Cape Town (486 flights per day), Durban (289 flights per day) and Doha (208 flights per day).

Durban King Shaka Intl
Durban King Shaka Intl
From R26
Cape Town Intl
Cape Town Intl
From R41
Doha Hamad Intl
Doha Hamad Intl
From R280
London
London
From R444

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The cheapest city to fly to from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Durban King Shaka Intl, with prices starting at R461. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Durban King Shaka Intl
Durban King Shaka Intl
From R26
Bloemfontein Intl
Bloemfontein Intl
From R35
George
George
From R36
Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth
From R36

Airline reviews for flights from OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from OR Tambo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from OR Tambo. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches.
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
70 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Crew

9,0

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
70 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
70 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Crew

9,0

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
114 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
70 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Crew

9,0

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
South African
7,5
Good
34 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
70 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Crew

9,0

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from OR Tambo. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 11 June 2025.

  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The most selected flight destinations from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for the current month are Amsterdam, Mumbai, Athens. While Mumbai, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, Auckland are the top choices made by travellers year-round.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for as low as R461 to Durban (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for R14 519 to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to anywhere?

    Looking at our data, Emirates, Lift, and FlySafair have been found to have the cheapest prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Here are some options available: Emirates flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Accra Kotoka (R339). Lift flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town Intl (R573). FlySafair flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bloemfontein Intl (R721).

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Premium economy can provide you with benefits such as more leg room and ideal seating locations without the price tag of a business class flight. Some of the cheapest premium economy flight options from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are below:
    Johannesburg OR Tambo to Durban from R7 241
    Johannesburg OR Tambo to Bloemfontein from R8 759
    Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London from R8 861
    Johannesburg OR Tambo to Margate from R8 928

  • What is the cheapest first class flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    If you’re looking to fly first-class from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to anywhere, put Durban on your list as prices start at R959 for this destination.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    May is currently the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. At this moment in time December is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Check out the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to embark to:
    Travel from Johannesburg to Durban from R921 round trip
    Travel from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth from R1 435 round trip
    Travel from Johannesburg to George from R1 559 round trip
    Travel from Johannesburg to Cape Town from R1 860 round trip
    Travel from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls from R3 189 round trip

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