Cheap flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg

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From Cape Town to Johannesburg

What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

Located just 15,6 km from the city centre, Cape Town Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Johannesburg from Cape Town. Booking flights from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Johannesburg should be relatively easy as there are 41 daily outbound flights to Johannesburg from 5 different airlines.

Which airlines flying from Cape Town Intl to Johannesburg have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Some of our airline partners flying from Cape Town Intl to Johannesburg have new flexible policies in place due to COVID-19. Kulula, FlySafair, and Mango are some of the carriers where you may find flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for airlines like Kulula with this kind of flexibility.

Can I find flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg for under R1 100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg for under R1 100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on FlySafair for just R1 070, but on average you can expect to pay R1 338.

Are there direct flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg for under R1 100 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg under R1 100. A good price for a direct flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg is less than R1 367.

Are there last-minute flights available from Cape Town to Johannesburg for under R1 600?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg within the next 7 days for less than R1 600.

What days are direct flights available from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

Direct flights are available for this route on the following days: Monday, Friday, Saturday.

How popular is this Cape Town to Johannesburg flight route?

Flights from Cape Town Intl to Johannesburg have been viewed 141 822 times in the past calendar month.

How many flights depart from Cape Town to Johannesburg on average per day?

Per day, 13 flights depart from Cape Town to Johannesburg on average.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 8% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Midday) - 38% of flight departures
Afternoon (Midday - 6pm) - 54% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

Airlines like FlySafair and Lift fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg in about 2h. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance from Cape Town to Johannesburg is about 1278 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg return?

Our cheapest airline available from Cape Town to Johannesburg is FlySafair. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R1 070 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Lift, starting at R1 457. FlySafair is 38% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

While on average a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg is generally R3 845, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R648. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R1 144 for that flight.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

The most popular airlines flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg are British Airways, Ethiopian Air and FlySafair. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What are the most reliable airlines from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Cape Town to Johannesburg on time: KLM (100%), Airlink (99%), FlySafair (95%).

How long is the flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

Direct flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg take 2 hours. Bear in mind that connecting flights will take longer, and exact durations can vary.

Which airlines operate flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

Flag carriers like South African Airways and British Airways are just two of the big airlines that operate Cape Town to Johannesburg flights. Low-cost carriers like Safair, Kulula and Mango Airlines also operate on this route. To compare them all, use the cheapflights search function and add filters to narrow down your options.

How frequent are flights between Cape Town and Johannesburg?

There are more than 40 flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg running every day, so you have plenty of choice when searching for flights.

Which airports serve Cape Town and Johannesburg?

Book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg and you’ll most likely set off from Cape Town International Airport (CPT), and arrive in Johannesburg at OR Tambo International Airport (JNB).

Which direct flight route between Cape Town and Johannesburg is cheapest?

To find a cheap flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg, fly from Cape Town International Airport to OR Tambo International Airport. This route has the highest number of flights available, so you’ve got the best chance of finding a great deal.

What is there to do in Johannesburg?

Take a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg and prepare to step onto the tarmac in South Africa’s largest city. Jo’burg’s bustling centre is a world away from the coastal wilderness of Cape Town, but it has its own urban charm. Plus, it’s close to some beautiful pockets of the country – Kruger National Park is one of Africa’s biggest game reserves, and you can take a self-drive safari while you’re visiting. In terms of weather, Cape Town tends to be very slightly cooler than Johannesburg all year round thanks to its coastal location. South Africa’s summer starts around October, so by February things are pretty hot – wherever you are. Want to book cheap flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg? Just use the Search Flights function and start comparing.