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R6 180+ Cheap flights from Mthatha

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UTT — CPT
Feb 6 — Feb 131
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

What to know about flights from Mthatha

Discover essential information about flights departing from Mthatha, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Mthatha 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 7 January 2026.

Cheapest one-way flight

R1 455

Cheapest round-trip flight

R1 461

Cheapest airline

Airlink

Most popular destination

Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

Good round-trip deal

R2 649 or less

Good one-way deal

R1 694 or less
The cheapest one-way flight from Mthatha Umtata is currently to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
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The cheapest round-trip flight from Mthatha Umtata is currently to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
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On average, Airlink currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Mthatha Umtata (avg. price of R3 142).
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Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) is currently the most popular flight destination from Mthatha Umtata (average return price of R2 074).
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International flights from Mthatha
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Fri 20/214:15UTT - HRE
1 stop6h 15mAirlink
Fri 27/210:50HRE - UTT
1 stop4h 40mAirlink
Deal found 6/1R6 180
Fri 20/217:40UTT - HRE
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 27/218:45HRE - UTT
2 stops40h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1R11 625
Fri 20/217:40UTT - ZNZ
1 stop18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 26/21:50ZNZ - UTT
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1R12 573
Sat 21/212:00UTT - ZNZ
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 28/214:35ZNZ - UTT
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1R13 653
Sat 21/28:00UTT - DXB
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 27/24:10DXB - UTT
1 stop11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1R15 451
Thu 19/214:15UTT - AMS
2 stops21h 25mTurkish Airlines
Thu 26/218:45AMS - UTT
2 stops18h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/1R17 299
Thu 19/217:40UTT - AMS
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 26/220:35AMS - UTT
2 stops17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1R17 904
Thu 19/217:40UTT - AMS
1 stop17h 30mKLM
Thu 26/210:10AMS - UTT
1 stop20h 25mKLM
Deal found 5/1R18 721
Fri 20/217:40UTT - HKT
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 27/219:05HKT - UTT
2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1R20 324

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Travel insights for flights from Mthatha

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Mthatha?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mthatha (average of R4 742). Flying from Mthatha in February will prove the most costly (average of R6 197). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Mthatha?

When flying from Mthatha check dates and pricing for the following: Airlink. As it departs for the following popular destinations: Cape Town.

Airlink
Airlink
From R2 504

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Mthatha?

The cheapest city to fly to from Mthatha is Johannesburg OR Tambo, with prices starting at R1 455. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Johannesburg OR Tambo
Johannesburg OR Tambo
From R1 455

Airline reviews for flights from Mthatha

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Mthatha. 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 Mthatha. 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 from Mthatha 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
8,4
Very Good
82 reviews
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Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

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
8,4
Very Good
82 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
82 reviews
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Comfort

8,3

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

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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  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Mthatha?

    The most selected flight destinations from Mthatha for the current month are Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, Cape Town, Durban. While Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, Cape Town, Durban are the top choices made by travellers year-round.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Mthatha to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Mthatha for as low as R1 455 to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for R2 642 to fly from Mthatha.

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Mthatha?

    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 Mthatha are below:
    Mthatha Umtata to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R12 718

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Mthatha?

    March is currently the cheapest month to fly from Mthatha. At this moment in time February 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.

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