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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Atlanta from R8 209

JNB — ATL
Sep 21 — Sep 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Atlanta

Mon 19/1022:50 -
2 stops40h 05m
Fri 30/1010:35 -
1 stop20h 55m
Deal found 22/8R14 959
Thu 1/1014:30 -
2 stops24h 25m
Mon 5/1010:35 -
1 stop20h 55m
Deal found 17/8R15 055
Mon 5/1022:50 -
2 stops40h 05m
Mon 12/1010:35 -
1 stop27h 35m
Deal found 21/8R15 120
Wed 2/922:50 -
2 stops40h 05m
Fri 11/910:35 -
1 stop35h 20m
Deal found 18/8R15 136
Mon 26/1020:20 -
2 stops33h 39m
Fri 30/1019:35 -
1 stop31h 05m
Deal found 18/8R15 152
Sun 4/1020:55 -
1 stop25h 00m
Sun 18/1019:10 -
1 stop26h 50m
Deal found 19/8R15 296
Tue 8/920:55 -
1 stop25h 00m
Fri 18/919:10 -
1 stop26h 50m
Deal found 19/8R15 360
Tue 15/914:05 -
1 stop31h 50m
Fri 15/119:35 -
1 stop30h 05m
Deal found 18/8R15 376
Wed 26/822:50 -
2 stops40h 05m
Wed 2/910:35 -
1 stop27h 35m
Deal found 21/8R15 392
Thu 8/1020:55 -
1 stop25h 00m
Sun 18/1019:10 -
1 stop32h 00m
Deal found 21/8R15 408
Sun 13/920:55 -
1 stop25h 00m
Fri 18/919:10 -
1 stop26h 50m
Deal found 20/8R15 424
Thu 1/1020:55 -
2 stops33h 04m
Thu 8/109:03 -
2 stops36h 57m
Deal found 17/8R15 472

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Round-trip from

R15 055

One-way from

R8 209

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 765
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 1/10-5/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Atlanta
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Atlanta
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R19 005 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 051 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

20:55-23:59

2 stops33h 04m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 8/10

9:03-4:00

2 stops36h 57m

R15 472

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

9:45-16:30

1 stop36h 45m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 8/10

21:30-8:15

1 stop28h 45m

R16 675

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/1

22:00-14:44

2 stops23h 44m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 3/2

13:15-18:35

2 stops22h 20m

R16 947

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

20:15-13:49

1 stop23h 34m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 14/10

22:20-19:40

Nonstop15h 20m

R16 995

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/10

20:55-23:59

2 stops33h 04m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 9/10

19:10-9:10

1 stop32h 00m

R17 509

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/1

19:45-14:40

1 stop25h 55m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 5/2

16:22-18:35

1 stop19h 13m

R17 717
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/10

21:55-8:30

Nonstop16h 35m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 24/10

22:05-19:10

Nonstop15h 05m

R17 813

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

20:15-15:25

1 stop25h 10m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 30/11

18:59-8:20

2 stops30h 21m

R18 150

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

15:05-15:55

3 stops30h 50m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 8/10

7:03-4:00

2 stops38h 57m

R18 150

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/10

15:15-6:25

1 stop21h 10m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 24/10

23:30-8:20

1 stop26h 50m

R18 342

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta (average of R15 745). Flying from Johannesburg to Atlanta in May is currently the most expensive (average of R20 346). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to ATL?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg to Atlanta as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Atlanta

The most flights from ZA1 to ATL are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg to Atlanta flights typically cost between R15 400 and R19 769 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R15 055 on Ethiopian Air (Oct 1–Oct 5).

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Atlanta delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Atlanta have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 134 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Atlanta flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Atlanta flights?

Over the past year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta?

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 37 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Atlanta

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Atlanta, such as KLM,Qatar Airways, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 562 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 562 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 562 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 735 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 562 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 112 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 562 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Virgin Atlantic
7,4
Good
695 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 562 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 184 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 562 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.

Related info for your journey

  • What airports serve Johannesburg to Atlanta flights?

    There are two airports passengers can leave from when going to Atlanta from Johannesburg. The most common airport to depart from is O.R. Tambo International Airport, but some travellers may leave from Lanseria International Airport. O.R. Tambo is the busier airport while Lanseria is quieter and less hectic. When landing in Atlanta, travellers will disembark at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. The airport is 11 kilometres from downtown Atlanta and offers 192 gates for travel. This is a hub for Delta Air Lines and a focus city for Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and Southwest Airlines. The airport has five runways and several terminals.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Atlanta?

    While there are direct, nonstop flights from Johannesburg to Atlanta, they are not as common as stopover flights due to how far the two locations are from each other. Delta Air Lines offers direct flights that make it into Atlanta after 16h 25m in the air. These flights can be fairly expensive compared to stopover flights, but make it to the United States much more quickly. There are many other airlines that offer stopover flights into Atlanta such as Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Virgin Atlantic. The flights that are quickest will get passengers there in about 21h 45 m, but others will take 31h 30m to reach the destination.

  • What are the stopover options between Johannesburg to Atlanta?

    Stopover flights operate more commonly than direct flights between Atlanta and Johannesburg and may have stops in various locations before reaching the destination. For fights with a single stop, some of the areas where the plane may stop include Hamad International Airport in Qatar, Istanbul Airport in Turkey, or London Heathrow Airport in England. There are also flights with at least two stops with touch downs in places like Dubai Airport and Fort Lauderdale International Airport, Hamad Airport and Boston Logan International Airport, or Amsterdam Airport and Detroit Wayne County Airport.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Johannesburg to Atlanta?

    Travellers going to Atlanta from Johannesburg will need a passport as well as a visa to do so. South Africa is not country with a visa waiver for the USA.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Atlanta from Johannesburg?

    If you book a flight to Atlanta from Johannesburg, you will be flying to Hartsfield-Jackson, which is the city’s only airport. Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is located 13,2 km from the centre of Atlanta. There are 2 flights from Johannesburg to Hartsfield-Jackson per day from 9 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta?

    Etihad Airways, United Airlines, and Virgin Atlantic can get you from Johannesburg to Atlanta in just under 23h 34m. Your travel time can differ by up to 13h 11m. Johannesburg and Atlanta are separated by a distance of 13572 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Atlanta round-trip?

    Ethiopian Air, at R12 251, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Atlanta.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Virgin Atlantic and United Airlines. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg to Atlanta for 30% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Atlanta one-way?

    R7 433 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Virgin Atlantic and KLM, with prices starting from R12 388 and R12 718, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Atlanta?

    While on average a flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta is generally R19 919, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R14 867. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson), you can expect to pay R15 055 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Atlanta?

    The most popular stopover on flights from Johannesburg to Atlanta is Doha.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Atlanta flights?

    Flights departing from Johannesburg and landing in Atlanta stopover in London least frequently.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Atlanta that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Atlanta flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Atlanta?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Atlanta.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Atlanta?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Atlanta by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta (average of R15 745). Flying from Johannesburg to Atlanta in May is currently the most expensive (average of R20 346). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Atlanta

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 206AverageR15 121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR13 834AverageR17 075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 641AverageR16 689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR14 803AverageR15 498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 123AverageR17 040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapestR15 490AverageR18 381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 507AverageR21 384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR15 532AverageR18 035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 682AverageR16 454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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