Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Atlanta from R8 890

JNB — ATL
Dec 4 — Dec 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson are usually found in February or September, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Atlanta

Thu 12/1113:45 -
1 stop33h 00m
Fri 19/219:20 -
1 stop30h 20m
Deal found 1/11R16 433
Sun 15/1120:20 -
2 stops41h 02m
Sun 22/1119:48 -
2 stops53h 52m
Deal found 2/11R16 682
Tue 10/1118:50 -
1 stop31h 55m
Tue 17/1121:50 -
1 stop30h 10m
Deal found 3/11R16 932
Sun 22/1113:45 -
2 stops47h 00m
Sat 5/127:00 -
2 stops37h 55m
Deal found 1/11R16 948
Fri 6/110:20 -
1 stop26h 25m
Mon 23/1121:50 -
1 stop30h 05m
Deal found 3/11R17 065
Thu 12/1113:45 -
1 stop33h 00m
Sun 15/1119:20 -
1 stop30h 20m
Deal found 30/10R17 081
Sat 7/1120:20 -
2 stops41h 02m
Mon 23/117:05 -
2 stops42h 35m
Deal found 3/11R17 164
Tue 10/1120:20 -
2 stops41h 02m
Tue 17/1116:22 -
2 stops57h 18m
Deal found 3/11R17 214
Sun 22/1120:20 -
1 stop26h 25m
Sat 5/127:00 -
2 stops37h 55m
Deal found 1/11R17 297
Mon 16/1118:50 -
1 stop31h 55m
Mon 23/1121:50 -
1 stop41h 35m
Deal found 31/10R17 347

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Atlanta

Round-trip from

R16 682

One-way from

R8 890

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 490
15/11-22/11
  • 15/11-22/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 94h 54m total
  • Johannesburg to Atlanta
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 10/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Atlanta
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R14 802 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 709 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026

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JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/1

13:45-15:45

1 stop33h 00m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 102

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/1

13:45-5:30

2 stops46h 45m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 817

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/1

17:00-23:56

3 stops37h 56m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 867

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/11

0:20-19:45

1 stop26h 25m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 399

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

9:50-15:40

1 stop36h 50m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 844

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/11

15:05-15:45

3 stops55h 40m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 043

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

9:25-15:45

3 stops37h 20m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 043

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

9:25-15:45

3 stops37h 20m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 043

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/12

9:25-0:18

2 stops45h 53m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 858

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/11

18:35-15:45

3 stops52h 10m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R15 303

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Cheapflights Insights

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 R16 433). Flying from Johannesburg to Atlanta in May is currently the most expensive (average of R21 252). 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.

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 R17 314 and R22 282 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R16 682 on Multiple Airlines (Nov 15–Nov 22).

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Atlanta delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Atlanta have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 129 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 16% 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 72 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,Virgin Atlantic, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

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 is 1 flight from Johannesburg to Hartsfield-Jackson per day from 8 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta?

    United Airlines can get you from Johannesburg to Atlanta in just under 25h 38m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Johannesburg and Atlanta are separated by a distance of 13572 km.

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

    Ethiopian Air, at R12 619, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Atlanta.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines 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 083 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 British Airways, with prices starting from R13 429 and R17 249, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Atlanta?

    While on average a flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta is generally R19 320, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R15 786. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson), you can expect to pay R16 932 for that flight.

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

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta (average of R16 433). Flying from Johannesburg to Atlanta in May is currently the most expensive (average of R21 252). 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 8 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Atlanta

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 619AverageR15 366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 987AverageR18 193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 180AverageR21 059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR15 543AverageR16 014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 652AverageR17 520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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DeltaCheapestR16 063AverageR19 529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR16 129AverageR20 430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 316AverageR17 365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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