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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main from R5 694

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 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FRA
May 10 — May 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main are usually found in February or May, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

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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 10 April 2026.

Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop32h 55m
Etihad Airways
Wed 12/821:55
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop34h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R10 699
Sun 24/59:45
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 8/621:55
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop34h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4R10 715
Fri 12/69:50
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop21h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 21/811:05
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop21h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/4R10 830
Wed 13/59:45
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sat 23/510:55
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/4R10 912
Sat 23/59:45
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sat 30/510:55
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R10 961
Fri 1/59:45
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sat 16/510:55
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4R10 978
Wed 13/59:45
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 17/621:55
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop34h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/4R11 011
Sat 9/59:45
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 13/521:55
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop34h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R11 043
Sun 10/59:45
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop33h 00m
Etihad Airways
Wed 13/521:55
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop34h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R11 060
Wed 20/59:45
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 3/611:05
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop21h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R11 109
Mon 2/119:50
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop33h 40m
Etihad Airways
Thu 12/119:50
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop21h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R11 126
Mon 25/520:40
JNB
-
HHN
3 stops34h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/66:35
HHN
-
JNB
2 stops26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/4R11 519

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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 10 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 699

One-way from

R5 694

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 374
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/6-12/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 67h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 10/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R12 079 potential increase over avg. return price).
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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 10 April 2026.
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JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - HHN

JNBHHN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

20:40-7:30

3 stops34h 50m

Frankfurt-Hahn

Mon 8/6

6:35-9:15

2 stops26h 40m

R11 519

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

9:50-18:45

1 stop32h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 11/6

11:05-8:20

1 stop21h 15m

R11 601

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

9:50-6:55

1 stop21h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 8/6

21:55-8:20

1 stop34h 25m

R11 667

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - HHN

JNBHHN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

12:40-0:15

3 stops35h 35m

Frankfurt-Hahn

Wed 27/5

23:10-8:15

3 stops33h 05m

R12 848

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

13:30-13:40

2 stops24h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 17/6

6:50-10:30

1 stop27h 40m

R12 947

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

13:30-21:15

2 stops31h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 11/6

11:30-10:30

1 stop23h 00m

R12 980

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

19:50-14:35

1 stop18h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 5/5

11:20-10:30

1 stop23h 10m

R13 013

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

12:40-14:35

1 stop25h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 5/5

16:10-10:30

1 stop18h 20m

R13 013

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

18:00-21:15

1 stop27h 15m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 30/9

11:30-9:40

2 stops22h 10m

R13 226

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - HHN

JNBHHN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

19:50-22:30

3 stops26h 40m

Frankfurt-Hahn

Mon 8/6

19:25-8:20

3 stops36h 55m

R13 242

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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 3 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main is 32 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 188). Flying from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main in August is currently the most expensive (average of R10 994). 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 10 April 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 10 April 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 193 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 Tuesday 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 10 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 428 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 900 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Condor
6,5
Okay
406 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

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 45m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R13 013. 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 Ethiopian Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R3 676 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Condor and Egyptair, starting at R8 182 and R8 786 round-trip. These flights start at 71% 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 210. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Emirates, 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 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 Condor (89%), Air Canada (78%) or Austrian Airlines (78%) 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 R9 230. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Frankfurt am Main) can be booked for R9 944 on average, our data indicates R64 685 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 188). Flying from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main in August is currently the most expensive (average of R10 994). 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 10 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 676AverageR12 324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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CondorCheapestR8 182AverageR11 785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EgyptairCheapestR8 786AverageR12 494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 594AverageR12 974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 771AverageR12 432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 791AverageR12 432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 852AverageR14 844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 142AverageR12 920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR10 306AverageR15 745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 568AverageR11 552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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