Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town

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From Johannesburg to Cape Town

What airports do I use to fly from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

Cape Town Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Cape Town from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Booking flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Cape Town Intl (CPT) should be relatively easy as there are 20 daily flights to Cape Town from 5 different airlines. 2h 00m is how long a flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

What safety measures are being taken by airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cape Town Intl to control the spread of COVID-19?

Airlines globally have implemented additional safety measures to accommodate you. FlySafair is one of them. Airline carriers are regularly disinfecting and sanitising their aircraft. Masks are provided and are mandatory while on board. Pre-flight testing for symptoms and antibodies, alongside socially-distanced seating (for a limited time) will work towards keeping travellers safer while flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cape Town Intl. Policies will vary by airline.

Which airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cape Town Intl have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Some of our airline partners flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cape Town Intl have new flexible policies in place due to COVID-19. Kulula, FlySafair, and Mango are some of the carriers where you may find flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for airlines like Kulula with this kind of flexibility.

Can I find flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town for under R1 463 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town for under R1 463. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Kulula for just R1 097, but on average you can expect to pay R1 317.

Are there direct flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town for under R1 463 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town under R1 463. A good price for a direct flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town is less than R1 317.

Are there last-minute flights available from Johannesburg to Cape Town for under R1 463?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than R1 463.

What days are direct flights available from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

You can find direct flights on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday.

How popular is this flight route?

Within the past month, 248 935 users have taken a look at flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cape Town Intl.

How many flights depart from Johannesburg to Cape Town on average per day?

On average 8 flights depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cape Town Intl per day.
Morning (6am - Midday) - 50% of flight departures
Afternoon (Midday - 6pm) - 50% of flight departures

Does it rain more in Johannesburg or Cape Town?

In Johannesburg, there will be less rainfall in Johannesburg compared to Cape Town over the next 1 days.

Is Johannesburg weather warmer or cooler than Cape Town?

With an average temperature of 29 °C, peak weather can be found in February. As a traveller, expect to see changes in flight prices during that period. The temperatures in Cape Town are hotter than in Johannesburg.

How long does is the flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

Departing from Johannesburg to Cape Town will take you 2h. The distance between Johannesburg and Cape Town is about 1278 km. Most flights are nonstop.

What are the cheapest airlines to flying from Johannesburg to Cape Town return?

Kulula, at R1 097, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Cape Town.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Lift and British Airways. Users have found that Kulula is 42% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Cape Town one-way?

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with FlySafair, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R556. Cemair flights start at R629 while deals on Lift start at R644 one-way.