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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main from R4 922

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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FRA
Feb 19 — Feb 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main are usually found in February or March, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

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 20 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 287

One-way from

R4 922

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 600
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 5/2-18/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 6/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R14 494 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 929 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 20 January 2026.

Thu 5/220:15
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop18h 00m
SWISS
Wed 18/220:45
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
SWISS
Deal found 19/1R10 287
Tue 10/223:59
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop18h 56m
KLM
Tue 17/210:15
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop34h 50m
KLM
Deal found 17/1R10 467
Mon 19/119:20
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop24h 55m
Air France
Fri 23/120:00
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop15h 10m
Air France
Deal found 19/1R10 484
Sun 18/123:59
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop23h 26m
KLM
Thu 22/111:50
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop33h 15m
KLM
Deal found 18/1R10 500
Tue 10/219:20
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop16h 55m
Air France
Tue 17/212:00
FRA
-
JNB
2 stops33h 05m
Air France
Deal found 17/1R10 598
Thu 12/310:10
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop12h 50m
Lufthansa
Sat 21/322:00
FRA
-
JNB
Nonstop10h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 19/1R10 615
Thu 12/310:10
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop12h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 21/319:05
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1R10 664
Fri 5/68:45
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop13h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/618:55
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1R10 680
Thu 5/223:59
JNB
-
FRA
2 stops20h 16m
Air France
Wed 18/220:00
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop15h 10m
Air France
Deal found 19/1R10 762
Wed 4/39:50
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop21h 15m
Etihad Airways
Wed 11/321:20
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop34h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/1R10 795
Thu 12/220:15
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop13h 00m
SWISS
Wed 25/29:10
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop24h 20m
SWISS
Deal found 19/1R10 812
Wed 4/36:30
HLA
-
FRA
3 stops25h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/315:15
FRA
-
HLA
2 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1R15 701

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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 20 January 2026.
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JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

20:15-13:15

1 stop18h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 18/2

20:45-10:30

1 stop12h 45m

R10 287

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

18:35-6:00

Nonstop11h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 26/4

20:40-17:25

1 stop20h 45m

R10 467

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

23:59-16:45

2 stops17h 46m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 18/2

17:35-12:10

1 stop17h 35m

R10 779

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

9:50-6:05

1 stop21h 15m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 11/3

21:20-8:20

1 stop34h 00m

R10 795

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

9:50-6:55

1 stop21h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 14/9

21:55-8:20

1 stop34h 25m

R11 074

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

19:00-5:35

Nonstop10h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 26/4

22:05-8:35

Nonstop10h 30m

R11 255

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

20:15-15:05

2 stops19h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 21/3

20:45-10:30

1 stop12h 45m

R11 304

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

19:20-11:05

2 stops16h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 17/2

11:50-12:10

2 stops23h 20m

R11 501

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

HLA - FRA

HLAFRA

Johannesburg Lanseria

Wed 4/3

6:30-6:50

3 stops25h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 11/3

9:15-16:00

3 stops29h 45m

R15 701

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

HLA - FRA

HLAFRA

Johannesburg Lanseria

Thu 5/2

12:05-7:00

1 stop19h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 18/2

21:55-20:50

1 stop21h 55m

R18 851

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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 16 January 2026.

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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main (average of R8 531). Flying from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 140). 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 20 January 2026.

When flying from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main

Explore weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main. 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 20 January 2026.

The most flights from ZA1 to FK0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main?

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main delayed?

About 8% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Frankfurt am Main have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 171 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main flights?

Over the past year, Lufthansa have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

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 20 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways, Etihad 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
3 720 reviews
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Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

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
3 720 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 720 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

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
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 373 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 720 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

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
7 732 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 720 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

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
7 690 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 720 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

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
398 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 720 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

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 17h 46m. SWISS provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R10 779. 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 126 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Egyptair and Kenya Airways, starting at R8 784 and R9 945 round-trip. These flights start at 37% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R4 174. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and TAAG, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main for a low price.

  • 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 Lanseria - Frankfurt am Main or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Frankfurt-Hahn, as they are the most popular.

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

    Consider Air Canada (82%), Austrian Airlines (82%) or ANA (82%) 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 312. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Frankfurt am Main) can be booked for R8 827 on average, our data indicates R53 683 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main (average of R8 531). Flying from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 140). 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 20 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR8 126AverageR11 696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EgyptairCheapestR8 784AverageR12 261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 592AverageR12 521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 945AverageR10 511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapestR9 966AverageR12 607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 987AverageR12 533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 133AverageR12 681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 140AverageR13 069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 566AverageR12 039FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR10 668AverageR15 845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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