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R463+ Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/3. 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
Mar 16 — Mar 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 14 February 2026.

Cheapest one-way flight

R380

Cheapest round-trip flight

R686

Cheapest airline

Airlink

Most popular destination

Cape Town Intl (CPT)

Good round-trip deal

R1 195 or less

Good one-way deal

R529 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 Port Elizabeth.
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On average, Airlink currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo (avg. price of R1 893).
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Cape Town Intl (CPT) is currently the most popular flight destination from Johannesburg OR Tambo (average return price of R2 679).
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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 14 February 2026.

Sun 29/36:25
JNB
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DUR
Nonstop1h 15m
FlySafair
Mon 30/321:30
DUR
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Deal found 10/2R1 007
Wed 25/36:45
JNB
-
DUR
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Sat 28/320:05
DUR
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Deal found 12/2R1 023
Sun 29/36:00
JNB
-
DUR
Nonstop1h 15m
FlySafair
Sun 5/48:15
DUR
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Deal found 12/2R1 039
Tue 24/36:00
JNB
-
DUR
Nonstop1h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/320:25
DUR
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/2R1 055
Sun 22/36:45
JNB
-
DUR
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Fri 27/36:00
DUR
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Deal found 10/2R1 070
Fri 13/39:20
JNB
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DUR
Nonstop1h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/320:05
DUR
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2R1 086
Tue 3/312:35
JNB
-
DUR
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Tue 10/320:10
DUR
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Deal found 10/2R1 102
Tue 3/37:20
JNB
-
DUR
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Sun 8/38:15
DUR
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Deal found 13/2R1 118
Sat 7/36:00
JNB
-
PLZ
Nonstop1h 35m
South African
Tue 17/38:05
PLZ
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 35m
South African
Deal found 13/2R1 134
Mon 2/36:00
JNB
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DUR
Nonstop1h 15m
FlySafair
Fri 6/320:25
DUR
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Deal found 10/2R1 134
Sat 7/36:00
JNB
-
PLZ
Nonstop1h 35m
South African
Sun 8/38:05
PLZ
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 35m
South African
Deal found 11/2R1 150
Tue 28/413:35
JNB
-
DUR
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Wed 29/410:40
DUR
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 15m
FlySafair
Deal found 12/2R1 150

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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 14 February 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches

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Cape Town

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgPort Elizabeth

JNB - PLZ

JNBPLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

6:00-7:35

Nonstop1h 35m

Port Elizabeth

Mon 16/3

18:05-19:40

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 198

JohannesburgPort Elizabeth

JNB - PLZ

JNBPLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

18:15-20:00

Nonstop1h 45m

Port Elizabeth

Sat 14/3

7:00-8:35

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 342

JohannesburgPort Elizabeth

JNB - PLZ

JNBPLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/7

18:15-20:00

Nonstop1h 45m

Port Elizabeth

Fri 10/7

15:45-17:20

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 342

JohannesburgPort Elizabeth

JNB - PLZ

JNBPLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

6:00-7:35

Nonstop1h 35m

Port Elizabeth

Fri 20/3

19:35-21:10

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 374

JohannesburgPort Elizabeth

JNB - PLZ

JNBPLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

6:00-7:35

Nonstop1h 35m

Port Elizabeth

Fri 20/3

19:35-21:10

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 374

JohannesburgPort Elizabeth

JNB - PLZ

JNBPLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/7

10:10-11:55

Nonstop1h 45m

Port Elizabeth

Sat 18/7

15:45-17:20

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 374

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/7

15:05-16:20

Nonstop1h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 7/7

17:00-18:10

Nonstop1h 10m

R1 374

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/6

9:25-10:40

Nonstop1h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 27/6

11:15-12:25

Nonstop1h 10m

R1 374

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/7

15:05-16:20

Nonstop1h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 5/7

11:15-12:25

Nonstop1h 10m

R1 374

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/7

18:35-19:50

Nonstop1h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 6/7

7:00-8:10

Nonstop1h 10m

R1 374

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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 6 February 2026.

Booking 75 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R975). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December will prove the most costly (average of R1 534). 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 7 February 2026.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport would be wise to consider leaving during Monday evenings 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, FlexFlight. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Cape Town.

FlySafair
FlySafair
From R637
Airlink
Airlink
From R687
South African
South African
From R1 177
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R7 048

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 (660 flights per day), Durban (367 flights per day) and Port Elizabeth (238 flights per day).

Cape Town Intl
Cape Town Intl
From R536
Durban King Shaka Intl
Durban King Shaka Intl
From R380
Doha Hamad Intl
Doha Hamad Intl
From R4 461
Harare
Harare
From R905

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 R380. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Durban King Shaka Intl
Durban King Shaka Intl
From R380
Bloemfontein Intl
Bloemfontein Intl
From R444
Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth
From R505

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.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink, FlySafair, andSouth African from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

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
8,5
Very Good
84 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

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
126 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

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
7,4
Good
54 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

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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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 14 February 2026.

  • 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 Mumbai, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, Auckland. While Mumbai, Guangzhou, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport 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 R380 to Durban (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for R11 570 to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

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

    Looking at our data, FlySafair, Airlink, and Lift have been found to have the cheapest prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Here are some options available: FlySafair flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bloemfontein Intl (R637). Airlink flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nampula (R687). Lift flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town Intl (R691).

  • 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 R6 134
    Johannesburg OR Tambo to Port Elizabeth from R6 693
    Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London from R7 993
    Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cape Town from R8 140

  • 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 R2 765 for this destination.

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

    June 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 R863 round trip
    Travel from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth from R1 246 round trip
    Travel from Johannesburg to George from R1 422 round trip
    Travel from Johannesburg to Cape Town from R1 853 round trip
    Travel from Johannesburg to Harare from R3 243 round trip

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