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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland

JNB — AKL
Aug 19 — Aug 261
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Auckland Intl are usually found in May or March, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 14 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 708

One-way from

R8 765

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R19 021
28/10-11/2
  • 28/10-11/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 75h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Auckland
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Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 5/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 38h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Auckland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (R56 053 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R9 336 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Auckland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Auckland from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Auckland. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland is 31 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 OR Tambo Airport to Auckland?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland (average of R1 054). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 511). 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 OR Tambo 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 14 August 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport to Auckland?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings 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.

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland?

Share of one-stop return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Sydney (SYD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 32% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Perth (PER) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R17 009.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Sydney (SYD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 19h 08m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Sydney (SYD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 3h 11m.

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 14 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland, such as Emirates, South African, andCathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 315 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 315 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 315 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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.
South African
7,7
Good
41 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 315 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
968 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 315 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
895 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 315 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 608 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 315 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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 OR Tambo to Auckland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Located just 17,9 km from the city centre, Auckland Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Auckland from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Booking flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Auckland Intl (AKL) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo from 10 different airlines.

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

    Flying on South African is currently your cheapest option to Auckland, with prices starting at R13 472. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Cathay Pacific and Qatar Airways, with the lowest prices starting at R14 301 and R16 009, respectively. South African is currently priced 33% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland flights have a stopover in Sydney most of the time. Doha sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland. Dubai comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland flights.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Dubai?

    Most Dubai visitors opt to spend their time at Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall. Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall are located about 6,8 km, 11,0 km, and 10,5 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about R238 per day.

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland flights have a stopover in Brisbane least often. Brisbane is followed by Abu Dhabi in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland. Melbourne sees the third fewest flights with stopovers for the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland route.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Auckland?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Auckland?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland (average of R1 054). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 511). 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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Fly from OR Tambo to Auckland on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from OR Tambo to Auckland. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 14 August 2025.
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Top 10 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Auckland

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Auckland. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 14 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
South AfricanCheapestR13 472AverageR15 037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR14 301AverageR17 496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 009AverageR18 789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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RwandAirCheapestR16 348AverageR23 874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR17 336AverageR21 485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR17 423AverageR20 677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR19 283AverageR22 844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR20 281AverageR28 395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapestR21 306AverageR26 115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapestR28 228AverageR69 359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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