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R465+ 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 21 — Mar 281
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 19 February 2026.

Cheapest one-way flight

R381

Cheapest round-trip flight

R692

Cheapest airline

Airlink

Most popular destination

Cape Town Intl (CPT)

Good round-trip deal

R1 185 or less

Good one-way deal

R528 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 890).
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Cape Town Intl (CPT) is currently the most popular flight destination from Johannesburg OR Tambo (average return price of R2 824).
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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 19 February 2026.

Sun 1/38:00
JNB
-
DUR
Nonstop1h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/38:30
DUR
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2R1 009
Sun 15/37:20
JNB
-
DUR
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Thu 19/38:25
DUR
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Deal found 17/2R1 025
Mon 2/319:45
JNB
-
DUR
Nonstop1h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/314:00
DUR
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/2R1 041
Sat 4/417:40
JNB
-
DUR
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Sat 11/420:45
DUR
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Deal found 18/2R1 058
Sun 22/37:40
JNB
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DUR
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Fri 27/36:00
DUR
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Deal found 18/2R1 074
Mon 2/36:45
JNB
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DUR
Nonstop1h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/38:00
DUR
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/2R1 090
Mon 2/36:00
JNB
-
DUR
Nonstop1h 05m
Lift
Thu 5/38:00
DUR
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 05m
Lift
Deal found 17/2R1 106
Wed 11/36:45
JNB
-
DUR
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Wed 18/313:25
DUR
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Deal found 17/2R1 122
Mon 30/36:45
JNB
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DUR
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Thu 2/46:00
DUR
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Deal found 15/2R1 138
Wed 1/413:35
JNB
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DUR
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Wed 8/421:10
DUR
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Deal found 15/2R1 154
Wed 11/37:20
JNB
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DUR
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Mon 16/320:25
DUR
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 10m
FlySafair
Deal found 18/2R1 170
Thu 12/36:00
JNB
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PLZ
Nonstop1h 35m
South African
Mon 16/38:05
PLZ
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 35m
South African
Deal found 16/2R1 186

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

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Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/4

19:55-21:05

Nonstop1h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 12/4

6:25-7:35

Nonstop1h 10m

R1 138

JohannesburgPort Elizabeth

JNB - PLZ

JNBPLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

6:00-7:35

Nonstop1h 35m

Port Elizabeth

Sun 15/3

8:05-9:40

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 346

JohannesburgPort Elizabeth

JNB - PLZ

JNBPLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/6

18:15-20:00

Nonstop1h 45m

Port Elizabeth

Sun 28/6

12:40-14:15

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 362

JohannesburgPort Elizabeth

JNB - PLZ

JNBPLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

18:15-20:00

Nonstop1h 45m

Port Elizabeth

Wed 15/4

15:45-17:20

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 362

JohannesburgPort Elizabeth

JNB - PLZ

JNBPLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

10:10-11:55

Nonstop1h 45m

Port Elizabeth

Mon 27/7

15:45-17:20

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 362

JohannesburgPort Elizabeth

JNB - PLZ

JNBPLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

6:00-7:35

Nonstop1h 35m

Port Elizabeth

Mon 16/3

19:35-21:10

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 378

JohannesburgPort Elizabeth

JNB - PLZ

JNBPLZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

18:15-20:00

Nonstop1h 45m

Port Elizabeth

Fri 29/5

7:00-8:35

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 378

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/8

9:25-10:40

Nonstop1h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 22/8

11:15-12:25

Nonstop1h 10m

R1 378

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/6

18:35-19:50

Nonstop1h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 27/6

7:00-8:10

Nonstop1h 10m

R1 378

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/7

18:35-19:50

Nonstop1h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 5/7

11:15-12:25

Nonstop1h 10m

R1 378

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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 18 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 R977). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December will prove the most costly (average of R1 538). 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 17 February 2026.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport would be wise to consider leaving during Wednesday mornings 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 R642
Airlink
Airlink
From R687
South African
South African
From R1 200
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R6 563

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 (622 flights per day), Durban (305 flights per day) and Doha (292 flights per day).

Cape Town Intl
Cape Town Intl
From R552
Durban King Shaka Intl
Durban King Shaka Intl
From R381
Doha Hamad Intl
Doha Hamad Intl
From R4 395
Harare
Harare
From R907

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 R381. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Durban King Shaka Intl
Durban King Shaka Intl
From R381
Bloemfontein Intl
Bloemfontein Intl
From R457
Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth
From R502

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

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,9

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

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,9

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

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,9

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

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,9

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 19 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 R381 to Durban (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for R11 414 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 (R642). Airlink flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nampula (R687). Lift flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town Intl (R693).

  • 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 214
    Johannesburg OR Tambo to Port Elizabeth from R6 712
    Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London from R8 015
    Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cape Town from R8 163

  • 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 773 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 R913 round trip
    Travel from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth from R1 218 round trip
    Travel from Johannesburg to George from R1 554 round trip
    Travel from Johannesburg to Cape Town from R1 859 round trip
    Travel from Johannesburg to Jeddah from R2 435 round trip

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