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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main from R5 891

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 20/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FRA
Nov 21 — Nov 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main are usually found in March or February, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 October 2025.

Thu 6/1120:15JNB - FRA
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1116:15FRA - JNB
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10R10 777
Thu 6/1120:15JNB - FRA
1 stop13h 00mSWISS
Wed 19/119:10FRA - JNB
1 stop24h 20mSWISS
Deal found 19/10R10 811
Thu 20/1120:15JNB - FRA
1 stop24h 40mSWISS
Sun 30/1119:05FRA - JNB
1 stop14h 25mSWISS
Deal found 21/10R10 863
Tue 21/1023:15JNB - FRA
1 stop14h 20mKLM
Mon 3/1119:20FRA - JNB
1 stop25h 45mKLM
Deal found 20/10R10 985
Tue 21/1018:50JNB - FRA
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 25/1014:15FRA - JNB
1 stop31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10R11 019
Sun 26/1023:59JNB - FRA
1 stop34h 36mKLM
Mon 10/116:55FRA - JNB
1 stop14h 10mKLM
Deal found 21/10R11 054
Wed 22/1023:15JNB - FRA
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/1012:00FRA - JNB
1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10R11 071
Wed 22/1023:15JNB - FRA
1 stop34h 20mKLM
Tue 4/116:55FRA - JNB
1 stop14h 10mKLM
Deal found 21/10R11 123
Mon 3/1119:20JNB - FRA
1 stop27h 45mAir France
Mon 17/1120:00FRA - JNB
1 stop15h 10mAir France
Deal found 20/10R11 141
Fri 7/1123:59JNB - FRA
1 stop34h 36mKLM
Sun 16/1111:50FRA - JNB
1 stop33h 15mKLM
Deal found 20/10R11 158
Thu 6/119:50JNB - FRA
1 stop21h 15mEtihad Airways
Wed 19/119:50FRA - JNB
1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 21/10R11 279
Thu 6/1112:05HLA - FRA
1 stop19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/1121:55FRA - HLA
1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10R15 455

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Frankfurt am Main (FK0). 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 22 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 777

One-way from

R5 891

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R13 965
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 6/11-10/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R18 004 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 388 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main 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 22 October 2025.
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JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/11

23:59-17:15

1 stop18h 16m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 9/11

18:30-22:05

1 stop26h 35m

R11 071

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

23:59-22:25

1 stop23h 26m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 13/11

19:20-22:05

1 stop25h 45m

R11 141

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

20:15-15:05

2 stops19h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 19/11

20:45-10:30

1 stop12h 45m

R11 400

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

23:59-13:40

1 stop14h 41m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 10/11

17:35-22:05

2 stops27h 30m

R12 007

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/11

20:15-15:05

2 stops19h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 17/11

20:45-10:30

1 stop12h 45m

R12 093

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

19:05-9:30

1 stop15h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 26/3

18:25-10:50

1 stop15h 25m

R12 648

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

19:35-15:40

1 stop21h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 17/2

11:25-7:35

1 stop19h 10m

R12 648

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

HLA - FRA

HLAFRA

Johannesburg Lanseria

Thu 6/11

12:05-7:00

1 stop19h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 19/11

21:55-16:20

1 stop17h 25m

R15 455

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

HLA - FRA

HLAFRA

Johannesburg Lanseria

Thu 20/11

12:05-10:00

2 stops22h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 30/11

22:15-22:05

1 stop22h 50m

R20 133

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

HLA - FRA

HLAFRA

Johannesburg Lanseria

Thu 6/11

12:05-7:00

1 stop19h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 13/11

21:55-22:05

1 stop23h 10m

R20 514

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main. Price data was last updated on 17 October 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main is 57 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 Frankfurt am Main?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main (average of R8 143). Flying from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 834). 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 FRA?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 October 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 28% on flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main?

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Frankfurt am Main

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt am Main. 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 Frankfurt am Main. Reviews last updated 22 October 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways, Kenya Airways, andLufthansa from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 653 reviews
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Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Paulo,Jan 2024

MLE - DOH

The only thing that was missing was a USB port on the second flight
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 653 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 653 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Paulo,Jan 2024

MLE - DOH

The only thing that was missing was a USB port on the second flight
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
284 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 653 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Paulo,Jan 2024

MLE - DOH

The only thing that was missing was a USB port on the second flight
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 507 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 653 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Paulo,Jan 2024

MLE - DOH

The only thing that was missing was a USB port on the second flight
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 466 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 653 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Paulo,Jan 2024

MLE - DOH

The only thing that was missing was a USB port on the second flight
Condor
6,4
Okay
378 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 653 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Comfort

7,4

Crew

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Paulo,Jan 2024

MLE - DOH

The only thing that was missing was a USB port on the second flight

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main. 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 Frankfurt am Main?

    A quick flight from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main can take about 18h 16m. KLM provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 071. There are 8684 km between Johannesburg and Frankfurt am Main. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main is Condor. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R8 621 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Egyptair and Kenya Airways, starting at R9 276 and R10 610 round-trip. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main?

    When deciding which route to take from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Frankfurt am Main, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Frankfurt-Hahn or Johannesburg Lanseria - Frankfurt am Main, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main?

    Consider Air Canada (93%), Austrian Airlines (93%) or ANA (93%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R5 703. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Frankfurt am Main) can be booked for R8 576 on average, our data indicates R56 880 when flying from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main?

    The most popular stopover on flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main is Doha. Nairobi is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main flights?

    Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main flights have a stopover in Paris the least frequently. Amsterdam sees the next fewest stopovers on Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main (average of R8 143). Flying from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 834). 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 Frankfurt am Main

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main. 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 22 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR8 621AverageR12 395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 276AverageR13 199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 130AverageR12 911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 610AverageR11 886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 626AverageR13 881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapestR10 658AverageR13 972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 204AverageR12 747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR11 341AverageR17 313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 365AverageR14 051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapestR11 596AverageR17 409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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