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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main from R5 321

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 25/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FRA
Jan 5 — Jan 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 6 December 2025.

Fri 5/1223:59JNB - FRA
1 stop23h 26mKLM
Tue 9/1217:50FRA - JNB
1 stop27h 15mKLM
Deal found 5/12R10 862
Thu 4/1223:59JNB - FRA
1 stop18h 16mKLM
Mon 8/1214:15FRA - JNB
1 stop30h 50mKLM
Deal found 4/12R10 947
Fri 5/1223:59JNB - FRA
2 stops17h 46mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1217:50FRA - JNB
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12R11 845
Sun 21/1219:45JNB - FRA
Nonstop10h 45mLufthansa
Fri 9/122:00FRA - JNB
1 stop16h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 4/12R12 353
Thu 4/1223:59JNB - FRA
1 stop14h 41mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1217:35FRA - JNB
2 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12R12 455
Sun 28/1210:40JNB - FRA
1 stop19h 40mLufthansa
Sat 3/122:20FRA - JNB
1 stop16h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 5/12R13 692
Fri 5/1222:00JNB - FRA
1 stop36h 50mBritish Airways
Tue 9/127:20FRA - JNB
1 stop26h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/12R13 980
Thu 4/1222:00JNB - FRA
1 stop17h 25mBritish Airways
Mon 8/127:20FRA - JNB
1 stop26h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/12R14 031
Mon 15/1219:35JNB - FRA
1 stop15h 50mBritish Airways
Mon 12/117:55FRA - JNB
1 stop36h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/12R14 217
Mon 22/1215:40HLA - FRA
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/121:55FRA - HLA
1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12R26 468
Sat 20/1210:40JNB - HHN
3 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/115:35HHN - JNB
3 stops39h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12R28 163
Mon 15/1215:40HLA - FRA
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1221:55FRA - HLA
1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12R29 146

Find 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 6 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 472

One-way from

R5 321

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R13 793
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 11/2-25/2
  • Nonstop
  • 21h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main
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Condor
  • Condor
  • 25/12
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R16 686 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 259 potential savings vs. average 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 6 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main that are best for you.

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JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

23:59-22:25

1 stop23h 26m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 9/2

11:50-22:05

1 stop33h 15m

R10 828

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

23:59-17:55

1 stop18h 56m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 9/2

17:35-12:10

1 stop17h 35m

R10 828

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

23:59-17:55

1 stop18h 56m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 11/2

6:55-22:05

1 stop14h 10m

R10 828

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

22:20-19:20

1 stop22h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 26/1

14:30-20:35

1 stop29h 05m

R12 455

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

9:50-6:05

1 stop21h 15m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 27/3

9:50-8:20

1 stop21h 30m

R13 471

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

20:15-15:05

2 stops19h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 9/2

12:00-10:30

2 stops21h 30m

R13 573

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

20:15-15:05

2 stops19h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 26/1

12:00-10:30

2 stops21h 30m

R13 624

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/12

10:40-5:20

1 stop19h 40m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 3/1

22:20-16:15

1 stop16h 55m

R13 692

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

14:30-13:55

2 stops23h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 15/6

8:10-9:20

2 stops25h 10m

R13 709

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - HHN

JNBHHN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/1

12:45-22:50

2 stops35h 05m

Frankfurt-Hahn

Sun 18/1

21:15-10:50

3 stops36h 35m

R16 030

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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 28 November 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main (average of R8 879). Flying from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 540). 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 6 December 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. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 6 December 2025.

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 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 155 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 6 December 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
3 676 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

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
3 676 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 676 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

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
287 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 676 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

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
7 616 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 676 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

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
7 562 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 676 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

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
390 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 676 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

7,9

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

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 22h. KLM provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 455. 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 385 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Egyptair and KLM, starting at R9 073 and R10 294 round-trip. These flights start at 36% 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 462. However, be on the lookout for offers from Condor and Etihad Airways, 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 (85%), Austrian Airlines (85%) or ANA (85%) 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 861. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Frankfurt am Main) can be booked for R10 015 on average, our data indicates R50 493 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 879). Flying from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 540). 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 6 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR8 513AverageR12 065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 073AverageR12 873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 908AverageR13 189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR10 294AverageR13 416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 348AverageR11 560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 452AverageR13 548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 790AverageR12 943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 958AverageR12 467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR11 018AverageR16 432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 115AverageR13 507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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