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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town from R852

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 23/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CPT
Jul 2 — Jul 91
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or April, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 27 June 2025.

Round-trip from

R1 632

One-way from

R852

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R2 395
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 9/8-16/8
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Cape Town
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 23/7
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Cape Town
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R6 801 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R1 714 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 June 2025.

Sat 9/88:00JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Sat 16/88:50CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Deal found 26/6R1 632
Wed 9/75:55HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Wed 16/718:35CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 25/6R1 774
Sat 26/718:10JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 28/716:00CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/6R2 040
Sat 28/621:20JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mSouth African
Wed 9/720:25CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Deal found 26/6R2 129
Thu 13/1120:35JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mAirlink
Sun 16/116:05CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Deal found 26/6R2 182
Tue 1/76:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mLift
Thu 3/76:30CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mLift
Deal found 26/6R2 732
Fri 11/77:00JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mCemair
Sat 19/78:00CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mCemair
Deal found 25/6R3 548
Thu 26/66:30HLA - CPT
1 stop9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 30/619:40CPT - HLA
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/6R4 825

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 27 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Johannesburg

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Price

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/8

8:00-10:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 16/8

8:50-10:55

Nonstop2h 05m

R1 632

JohannesburgCape Town

HLA - CPT

HLACPT

Johannesburg Lanseria

Wed 9/7

5:55-8:15

Nonstop2h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/7

18:35-20:50

Nonstop2h 15m

R1 774

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/7

8:30-10:40

Nonstop2h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/8

11:45-13:50

Nonstop2h 05m

R2 022

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/11

20:35-22:50

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 16/11

6:05-8:10

Nonstop2h 05m

R2 182

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/7

6:30-8:40

Nonstop2h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 31/7

6:30-8:30

Nonstop2h 00m

R2 288

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/7

6:05-8:20

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/7

20:25-22:25

Nonstop2h 00m

R2 838

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/7

7:00-9:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 19/7

8:00-10:00

Nonstop2h 00m

R3 548

JohannesburgCape Town

HLA - CPT

HLACPT

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sat 2/8

17:50-23:45

1 stop5h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/8

15:00-20:55

1 stop5h 55m

R5 056

JohannesburgCape Town

HLA - CPT

HLACPT

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sat 2/8

5:55-8:15

Nonstop2h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/8

6:05-8:10

Nonstop2h 05m

R5 712

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/7

5:55-8:15

Nonstop2h 20m

R852

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 20 June 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 85 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Johannesburg to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). 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 CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 June 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to Cape Town in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 22 June 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Explore weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 27 June 2025.

The most flights from ZA1 to CPT are scheduled on a Friday (94 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (47 on average).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 27 June 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink, FlySafair, andSouth African from Johannesburg to Cape Town. 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.

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
8,6
Very Good

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Johannesburg to Cape Town Travel Guide

Flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town are a great way to swap one top South African city for another. In the space of just over two hours you can be stepping off the plane at Cape Town International Airport (CPT), which is only 13 miles east of the city. Check out art galleries, restaurants and bars, or get back to nature on the coast. Just remember: you can’t book a flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town without tacking Table Mountain. Walk or take the cable car to the top and take in the scale of this unmissable city.

It’s worth remembering that airlines offering flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town operate on different schedules. Use the Cheapflights search function above and add filters to find the flight that suits you best.

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Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

    Johannesburg to Cape Town flights take around 2 hours 10 minutes, which is just enough time to sit back and enjoy the journey.

  • Which airlines operate flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

    South African Airways and British Airways are just two popular airlines that operate on this route. Budget carriers like Safair and Mango Airlines also offer cheap flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town, so you’ve got lots of choice.

  • How frequent are flights between Johannesburg and Cape Town?

    There are more than 40 flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town running every day – this is a really popular route.

  • Which airports serve Johannesburg and Cape Town?

    The two main airports on this route are Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT), although there are other, smaller airports.

  • Which direct flight route between Johannesburg and Cape Town is cheapest?

    To find a cheap flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town, your best bet is to fly from OR Tambo International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. This route has the widest number of options available, so you’ve got the best chance of getting a great deal on cheap flight tickets.

  • What is there to do in Cape Town?

    Flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town open up a raft of opportunities. Like Jo’burg, Cape Town has lots of big attractions. Table Mountain is the one everybody talks about, but you’ll also want to spend some time getting to know the cosmopolitan city itself. The big difference, of course, is that Cape Town is on South Africa’s coast – so you’ve got a string of beautiful beaches plus some great surfing territory on your doorstep. Weather-wise, South Africa’s summer starts around October and peaks around February time, when the locals make a beeline for the cooling waters of the Atlantic. Things start to cool off around April onwards, so bear this in mind when you book your Johannesburg to Cape Town flight.

  • How busy are the airports in Johannesburg and Cape Town?

    When you fly to Cape Town from Johannesburg, you will usually depart from Johannesburg O. R Tambo International Airport (JNB). Johannesburg O. R Tambo Airport is the main international travel hub that serves Johannesburg and is often extremely busy. Passengers are advised to arrive well in advance of their departure time to allow for queues at check-in and security points. You can also fly to Cape Town from Johannesburg Lanseria International Airport (HLA). Passengers on these routes will land at Cape Town International Airport (CPT). Cape Town International Airport is around a 15-minute drive to Cape Town city centre and around a half-hour journey by bus. Bus fare to the city centre is reasonably affordable.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

    If you want to fly direct from Johannesburg to Cape Town, you will find several airlines available for you to choose from. Airlines such as Airlink and Lift offer regular direct flights between Johannesburg O. R Tambo International Airport and Cape Town International Airport. You can also fly to Cape Town from JNB with South African. Passengers flying from Lanseria International Airport in Johannesburg can fly direct when they book tickets with Kulula Airlines. Flight times remain roughly the same across these airline options, with an overall flight time of around 2h. All of these airlines provide regular direct flights between Johannesburg and Cape Town, giving you lots of choices when you schedule your booking.

  • What are the stopover options between Johannesburg and Cape Town?

    If you do choose to stopover on your flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town, you will usually change planes at Kimberley Airport (KIM) located in Northern Cape. Flights on this route are available with Airlink. You may also stop over at Bloemfontein International Airport (BFN) or at Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) when you fly with Airlink on this route. Layovers on flights between Johannesburg and Cape Town can add between two to eight hours on to your overall journey time, depending on the route you choose. If you choose to stop over at Bloemfontein International, your journey time will usually be around two hours longer than on a direct flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Similarly, if you stop over at Kimberley Airport or at Port Elizabeth Airport, your travel time will usually be around seven hours longer. Choosing flights with layovers can reduce your travel costs, however, as indirect routes are generally cheaper.

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

    You are not required to have a passport or visa to fly domestically between Johannesburg and Cape Town. However, passengers are advised to carry their national passports with them when they travel. Passports can be used as a valid form of ID when checking in at the airport or when boarding your flight.

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

    Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 15,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town. 10 airlines have flights to Cape Town Intl from Johannesburg on a regular basis. Booking flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 70 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg to Cape Town is FlySafair. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R1 632 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Airlink and Lift, starting at R2 182 and R2 288 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg to Cape Town for 37% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    R852 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from FlySafair. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Lift and Airlink, with prices starting from R1 011 and R1 029, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg to Cape Town are FlySafair (96%), SunExpress (92%) and Emirates (91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town? While on average our users pay R4 977, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R725. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cape Town Intl), is priced around R1 792.

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

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

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Cape Town 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 Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Johannesburg to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). 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 are the most eco-friendly airlines from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

    If you are flying to Cape Town from Johannesburg, the most eco-friendly airlines you could fly with would be Turkish Airlines, British Airways and South African Airways. This is based on the airline's climate impact as well as their pledges for more sustainable practices. The planes used by the respective airlines also affect their environmental impact. FlySafair is the most likely to use a narrow-body jet that is able to hold more seats, making it a more environmentally-friendly alternative when planning a flight. Also, make sure you investigate specific flights: while some airlines might not be consistently environmentally friendly, the specifics of a flight could make it an outlier compared to the airline's overall impact.

  • How can I fly more sustainably from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

    One way to ensure more sustainable travel is to fly during the day. It is scientifically proven that flying during the day causes less heat to be trapped in the atmosphere. This is partly due to sunlight being reflected off the plane during the day and because contrails and cirrus clouds at night will absorb more heat produced by the plane. You can also make a carbon footprint offset towards a foundation that would benefit from your pledge. In doing so, you can compensate for some of the environmental impacts due to flying and support sustainable and green causes. Finally, only fly economy class as this is the most efficient form of flying and therefore has a lower environmental impact.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town. 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 27 June 2025.
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FlySafairCheapestR885AverageR2 538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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CemairCheapestR960AverageR3 743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR1 197AverageR3 485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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LiftCheapestR1 253AverageR3 334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hahn AirCheapestR1 317AverageR2 594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR1 672AverageR2 490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hahn Air SystemsCheapestR2 099AverageR3 744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlexFlightCheapestR2 556AverageR3 038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR24 383AverageR26 924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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