Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Atlanta from R8 451

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 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATL
Apr 22 — Apr 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Atlanta
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Atlanta. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 March 2026.

Mon 23/1112:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop33h 30m
Qatar Airways
Mon 30/1119:35
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/3R16 238
Wed 8/49:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 23/421:40
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/3R16 340
Fri 1/59:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 8/521:40
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/3R16 357
Sun 5/49:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop37h 30m
Etihad Airways
Mon 13/420:40
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop29h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/3R16 391
Wed 22/49:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 13/521:40
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/3R16 425
Thu 21/520:40
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop25h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 27/1019:35
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop26h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/3R16 442
Wed 15/49:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 22/421:40
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/3R16 493
Mon 4/520:40
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop25h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/519:25
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop31h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/3R16 510
Sun 12/49:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 23/421:40
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/3R16 544
Tue 19/520:40
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop25h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 8/920:30
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/3R16 629
Tue 21/420:40
JNB
-
ATL
2 stops39h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 28/47:00
ATL
-
JNB
2 stops43h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/3R16 663
Fri 10/49:45
JNB
-
ATL
1 stop36h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 23/421:40
ATL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/3R16 680

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Atlanta

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Atlanta (ATL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 23 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 340

One-way from

R8 451

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 496
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 8/4-23/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Atlanta
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 3/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Atlanta
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R14 729 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 444 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB - ATL

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

19:25-20:35

1 stop31h 10m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 24/5

18:45-7:00

2 stops30h 15m

R18 958

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB - ATL

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

20:40-6:00

2 stops39h 20m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 4/6

19:25-8:50

1 stop31h 25m

R19 349

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB - ATL

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

20:25-15:25

1 stop25h 00m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 7/6

22:30-11:05

1 stop30h 35m

R19 468

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB - ATL

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

14:45-16:00

1 stop31h 15m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 24/5

19:25-16:10

1 stop38h 45m

R20 455

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB - ATL

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/6

20:55-15:55

1 stop25h 00m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 2/7

20:30-15:20

1 stop36h 50m

R21 662

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB - ATL

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

20:40-10:43

2 stops68h 03m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 3/5

19:25-8:50

1 stop31h 25m

R21 968

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB - ATL

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

14:45-23:41

2 stops38h 56m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 9/7

20:30-15:20

1 stop36h 50m

R22 546
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB - ATL

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

21:55-8:45

Nonstop16h 50m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 14/5

23:50-8:45

1 stop26h 55m

R22 767

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB - ATL

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

9:25-16:00

3 stops36h 35m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 27/10

15:44-3:55

2 stops30h 11m

R23 515
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB - ATL

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

16:50-16:00

2 stops29h 10m

R9 505

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

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 52 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta (average of R14 708). Flying from Johannesburg to Atlanta in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 442). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Atlanta. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 March 2026.

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.

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

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Atlanta delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Atlanta have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 135 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?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday 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 13% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Atlanta

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Atlanta. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Atlanta. Reviews last updated 23 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Atlanta, such as KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Atlanta. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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 is 1 flight from Johannesburg to Hartsfield-Jackson per day from 11 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta?

    British Airways, Qatar Airways, and Delta can get you from Johannesburg to Atlanta in just under 25h. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h 20m. 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?

    Etihad Airways, at R11 811, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Atlanta.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Ethiopian Air and Virgin Atlantic. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg to Atlanta for 32% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    R8 685 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 RwandAir and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from R8 967 and R12 239, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Atlanta?

    While on average a flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta is generally R21 686, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R13 438. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson), you can expect to pay R15 490 for that flight.

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

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in London?

    If you're on a stopover in London and looking for things to do, consider visiting Eventim Apollo, Russell Square, or Royal Albert Hall. Eventim Apollo, Russell Square, and Royal Albert Hall can be accessed by travelling approximately 16,2 km, 23,5 km, and 19,6 km, respectively from London Heathrow. Travellers can rent a car at London Heathrow for an average daily rate of R392 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

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

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta (average of R14 708). Flying from Johannesburg to Atlanta in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 442). 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 10 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Atlanta

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 811AverageR16 705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 250AverageR16 931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 341AverageR16 995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 812AverageR18 321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 022AverageR18 202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 129AverageR16 868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR16 390AverageR17 795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR16 410AverageR18 414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 565AverageR17 292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR17 961AverageR19 479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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