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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Europe from R4 790

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 15/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CPH
Jun 8 — Jun 151
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Europe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Europe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 May 2026.

Wed 1/714:30
JNB
-
IST
1 stop13h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 4/78:00
IST
-
JNB
1 stop13h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8/5R9 334
Thu 4/612:40
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop17h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 11/613:55
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop15h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R9 383
Wed 22/720:55
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 24/812:05
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/5R9 400
Tue 19/512:40
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 26/512:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/5R9 416
Mon 8/612:40
JNB
-
IST
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 22/613:45
IST
-
JNB
1 stop15h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R9 416
Wed 3/612:40
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop17h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 10/613:55
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/5R9 432
Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
ATH
2 stops26h 15m
Etihad Airways
Sun 21/67:20
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/5R9 449
Thu 14/519:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop36h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 25/511:40
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop17h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5R9 465
Mon 1/619:50
JNB
-
IST
1 stop23h 55m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/617:00
IST
-
JNB
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/5R9 465
Fri 22/512:40
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop19h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 29/59:50
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/5R9 498
Wed 15/79:50
JNB
-
IST
1 stop26h 15m
Etihad Airways
Tue 28/714:10
IST
-
JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/5R9 498
Mon 11/519:50
JNB
-
ATH
1 stop18h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/613:55
ATH
-
JNB
1 stop15h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R9 514

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Europe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Europe flight deals. Data was last updated 9 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 334

One-way from

R4 790

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 434
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 1/7-4/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Europe
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Europe
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R18 785 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 343 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Europe 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 9 May 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

12:40-7:00

1 stop17h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 26/6

12:05-4:00

1 stop16h 55m

R10 597

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

12:40-7:00

1 stop17h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 4/9

12:05-9:00

1 stop21h 55m

R10 745

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

12:40-7:00

1 stop17h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 1/9

12:05-4:00

1 stop16h 55m

R10 745

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/7

12:40-18:30

1 stop28h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 26/7

11:15-4:00

1 stop17h 45m

R10 794

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/7

9:50-7:00

1 stop22h 10m

London Heathrow

Mon 14/9

20:50-8:20

1 stop34h 30m

R10 909

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

13:30-20:30

2 stops30h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 21/6

3:55-9:40

2 stops30h 45m

R10 942

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/10

17:50-20:30

1 stop25h 40m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 9/11

15:45-9:40

2 stops17h 55m

R11 056

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/8

12:40-18:30

1 stop28h 50m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 18/8

12:05-9:00

1 stop21h 55m

R11 220

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

13:30-13:40

2 stops24h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 18/6

11:30-9:40

2 stops22h 10m

R11 270

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

9:50-12:45

1 stop27h 55m

London Heathrow

Wed 4/11

8:50-8:20

1 stop21h 30m

R11 368

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Europe

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Europe, you should look to book at least 30 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 Europe?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Europe (average of R11 056). Flying from Johannesburg to Europe in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 763). 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 EU?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Europe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 May 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg to Europe as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Europe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Europe. 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 Europe. Reviews last updated 9 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from Johannesburg to Europe have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 570 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 570 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 570 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 570 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 356 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 570 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 984 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 570 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 954 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 570 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as R10 597, Qatar Airways can have you in Europe from Johannesburg in 17h 20m. There are 7133 km between Johannesburg and Europe. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Ethiopian Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R2 288. Users have also found prices from R3 242 and R3 512 on Qatar Airways and Emirates, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg to Europe?

    The most popular flight routes from Johannesburg to Europe are Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Frankfurt am Main and Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Gatwick.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Europe (average of R11 056). Flying from Johannesburg to Europe in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 763). 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 10 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Europe

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Europe. 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 9 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR1 901AverageR12 153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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CondorCheapestR6 398AverageR11 834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 084AverageR11 458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR7 237AverageR9 011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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EgyptairCheapestR8 570AverageR13 018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR8 573AverageR12 880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR9 463AverageR14 828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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TAAGCheapestR9 509AverageR11 372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 642AverageR13 340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 778AverageR13 539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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