Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Auckland from R11 624

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 18/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — AKL
Jan 6 — Jan 131
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Auckland Intl are usually found in May or August, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Auckland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Auckland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 December 2025.

Wed 24/129:50JNB - AKL
2 stops51h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/117:20AKL - JNB
2 stops50h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12R21 302
Wed 24/129:50JNB - AKL
2 stops51h 40mEtihad Airways
Fri 23/17:00AKL - JNB
2 stops36h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/12R21 979
Wed 24/1211:00JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 25mCathay Pacific
Fri 23/114:55AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/12R22 487
Wed 24/1211:00JNB - AKL
2 stops48h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/16:00AKL - JNB
2 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12R22 757
Wed 24/1219:55JNB - AKL
1 stop40h 40mSingapore Airlines
Fri 23/115:15AKL - JNB
1 stop38h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/12R23 857
Tue 23/1221:55JNB - AKL
1 stop19h 50mQantas Airways
Sun 18/16:45AKL - JNB
1 stop19h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/12R23 908
Fri 26/1213:40JNB - AKL
1 stop38h 40mSingapore Airlines
Thu 15/115:15AKL - JNB
1 stop38h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/12R25 058
Sun 14/1219:05JNB - AKL
2 stops48h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/123:45AKL - JNB
1 stop39h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12R25 634

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Auckland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Auckland (AKL). 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 7 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R17 174

One-way from

R11 624

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R24 128
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 2/3-20/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 66h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Auckland
18/2
  • 18/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Auckland
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R45 321 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 875 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Auckland that are best for you.

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Price

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

11:20-11:40

1 stop38h 20m

Auckland Intl

Mon 4/5

6:15-7:40

2 stops35h 25m

R18 477

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

21:55-4:45

1 stop19h 50m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/3

8:30-18:50

1 stop21h 20m

R18 984

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

17:30-0:25

1 stop19h 55m

Auckland Intl

Mon 16/2

6:00-15:00

1 stop20h 00m

R19 712

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

22:30-4:45

1 stop20h 15m

Auckland Intl

Mon 4/5

6:00-16:25

1 stop20h 25m

R19 779

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

11:20-19:35

2 stops46h 15m

Auckland Intl

Sun 17/5

9:20-6:10

2 stops30h 50m

R20 219

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

11:00-12:15

2 stops38h 15m

Auckland Intl

Mon 16/2

20:35-7:25

2 stops45h 50m

R21 218

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

9:50-16:55

2 stops44h 05m

Auckland Intl

Tue 30/6

8:55-8:20

2 stops33h 25m

R21 387

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

9:50-0:35

2 stops27h 45m

Auckland Intl

Tue 30/6

8:55-8:20

2 stops33h 25m

R21 404

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

9:50-5:30

2 stops32h 40m

R11 624

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

17:30-0:25

1 stop19h 55m

R12 419

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Auckland

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Auckland. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Auckland is 81 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Auckland (average of R13 096). Flying from Johannesburg to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 681). 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 AKL?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Auckland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 7 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg to Auckland is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 12% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Auckland?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Auckland. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Auckland flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Auckland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Auckland. 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 Auckland. Reviews last updated 7 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways from Johannesburg to Auckland. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Auckland. 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 Auckland flights?

    There are two airports that offer flights to Auckland from Johannesburg, including Lanseria International Airport and O.R. Tambo International Airport. O.R. Tambo is the busier airport of the two and most passengers will leave from it. It had more than 21 million passengers in 2017 and is a hub for Mango, South African Express, and Kulula. After reaching Auckland, passengers will disembark at Auckland Airport, which is a hub for Virgin Australia, Air New Zealand, and Jetstar Airways. There are two terminals available, one for domestic flights and the other for international flights.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Auckland?

    Unfortunately, there currently are no nonstop, direct flights from Johannesburg to Auckland. Travellers wishing to go to this location will need to choose a stopover flight that makes a stop in at least one other airport along the way. Some of the airlines offering these flights include Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, and Air China. The quickest flights can reach Auckland in just 22h 40m but are often more expensive than flights that take a few hours longer to reach the destination. Longer flights can last 37h 45m or even longer depending on the airline.

  • What are the stopover options between Johannesburg to Auckland?

    Many different one-stop stopover flights are available each day from Johannesburg. These flights may stop in locations like Hamad International Airport, Singapore Changi Airport, or Dubai Airport. There are also flights that stop down more than once before reaching Auckland. These flights typically take longer to reach the destination but are also a bit more expensive than one-stop flights. Locations the airplane may stop include Abu Dhabi International and Melbourne Tullamarine, Amsterdam and Guangzhou, or Shenzhen Bao’an International and Beijing Capital. Stopover flights can be found for morning, afternoon, or evening departures going into Auckland.

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

    A passport is required for travellers going to Auckland from Johannesburg. Travellers will also need a visitor’s visa to go to this destination.

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

    For a flight from Johannesburg to Auckland, you will be flying into Auckland Intl. Auckland Intl (AKL) is just 17,9 km from the centre vof the city. Auckland Intl is the only Auckland airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day. 7 airlines have flights to Auckland Intl from Johannesburg on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Auckland?

    For as low as R18 984, Qantas Airways can have you in Auckland from Johannesburg in 19h 50m. The distance from Johannesburg to Auckland is about 12162 km.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg to Auckland round-trip from R12 969. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Cathay Pacific, from R13 202, and Qatar Airways, from R15 425. These flights start at 31% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with South African, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R6 484. Cathay Pacific flights start at R7 278 while deals on Qatar Airways start at R8 553 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Auckland 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 Auckland?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Auckland (average of R13 096). Flying from Johannesburg to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 681). 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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South AfricanCheapestR12 971AverageR14 375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR13 210AverageR15 656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 426AverageR18 059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR16 454AverageR21 627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR16 595AverageR19 788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR16 779AverageR21 178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapestR20 404AverageR23 890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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