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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Nigeria from R3 745

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 19/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LOS
Dec 8 — Dec 151
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Nigeria
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Nigeria. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 November 2025.

Mon 17/1116:50JNB - LOS
1 stop21h 25mRwandAir
Mon 24/1114:45LOS - JNB
1 stop22h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 8/11R7 749
Mon 17/1116:50JNB - LOS
1 stop21h 25mRwandAir
Fri 21/1114:45LOS - JNB
1 stop10h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 6/11R7 767
Fri 14/113:10JNB - LOS
1 stop11h 05mRwandAir
Wed 19/1114:45LOS - JNB
1 stop10h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 5/11R7 784
Sat 8/1116:40JNB - LOS
1 stop21h 05mTAAG
Mon 17/111:05LOS - JNB
1 stop12h 35mTAAG
Deal found 7/11R7 819
Thu 13/113:10JNB - LOS
1 stop11h 05mRwandAir
Sun 23/1114:45LOS - JNB
1 stop10h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 6/11R7 853
Sun 23/1116:50JNB - LOS
1 stop21h 25mRwandAir
Sun 30/1114:45LOS - JNB
1 stop22h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 7/11R7 871
Tue 11/1116:50JNB - LOS
1 stop21h 25mRwandAir
Sat 22/1114:45LOS - JNB
1 stop10h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 6/11R8 009
Fri 7/113:10JNB - LOS
1 stop11h 05mRwandAir
Thu 13/1114:45LOS - JNB
1 stop10h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 7/11R8 044
Fri 14/113:10JNB - LOS
1 stop11h 05mRwandAir
Sun 23/1114:45LOS - JNB
1 stop10h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 6/11R8 148
Sat 22/110:45JNB - LOS
1 stop13h 00mTAAG
Sun 30/1113:45LOS - JNB
1 stop23h 55mTAAG
Deal found 7/11R8 165
Mon 10/113:10JNB - LOS
1 stop11h 05mRwandAir
Tue 18/1114:45LOS - JNB
1 stop10h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 6/11R8 235
Mon 10/113:10JNB - ABV
2 stops16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/116:30ABV - JNB
2 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11R12 031

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Nigeria

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Nigeria flight deals. Data was last updated 8 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R7 767

One-way from

R3 745

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R9 500
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 17/11-21/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Nigeria
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 19/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Nigeria
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R12 742 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 358 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Nigeria 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 8 November 2025.
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JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

5:30-17:15

2 stops12h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 9/12

9:15-0:05

2 stops13h 50m

R9 778

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

5:30-17:15

2 stops12h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 10/12

9:15-0:05

2 stops13h 50m

R9 778

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/1

5:30-17:15

2 stops12h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 26/2

9:15-0:05

2 stops13h 50m

R9 795

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

5:30-17:15

2 stops12h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 9/12

9:15-0:05

2 stops13h 50m

R9 795

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/11

5:30-17:15

2 stops12h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 7/12

9:15-0:05

2 stops13h 50m

R9 795

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/12

5:30-17:15

2 stops12h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 20/1

9:15-0:05

2 stops13h 50m

R9 795

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/11

3:10-13:15

1 stop11h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 8/12

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R10 072

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/11

3:10-13:15

1 stop11h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 9/12

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R10 072

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

16:50-13:15

1 stop21h 25m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Fri 3/4

14:45-14:20

1 stop22h 35m

R10 107

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB - ABV

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/11

21:45-13:30

1 stop16h 45m

Abuja

Tue 2/12

14:30-7:10

1 stop15h 40m

R13 158

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Nigeria

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Nigeria

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Nigeria?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Nigeria (average of R6 241). Flying from Johannesburg to Nigeria in December is currently the most expensive (average of R7 819). 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 NG?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Nigeria. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg to Nigeria is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 12% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Nigeria?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Nigeria. Price data was last updated on 10 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Nigeria flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Nigeria

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nigeria. 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 Nigeria. Reviews last updated 8 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with RwandAir, South African, andEthiopian Air from Johannesburg to Nigeria have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

6,9

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

6,9

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
South African
7,5
Good
46 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

6,9

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
893 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

6,9

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
286 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

6,9

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Nigeria. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports serve Johannesburg to Nigeria flights?

    Travellers who are going to Nigeria from Johannesburg will start the process at Lanseria International Airport or O.R. Tambo International Airport. Lanseria is located northwest of Johannesburg and is a smaller and quieter space than O.R. Tambo. On the other hand, O.R. Tambo is a busy airport that offers more flights each day. After getting to Nigeria, visitors may end the flight in several cities. Travellers stopping in Lagos will end up at Murtala Muhammed International Airport. This airport offers flights to many places including Paris, Milan, Kaduna, and several more. It has two runways and had over six million passengers in 2017.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Nigeria?

    There are some direct flights available from Johannesburg into Nigeria. Those going to Lagos will find small numbers of nonstop flights from South African Airways. These flights are not available in large amounts and this is the only city that has direct flights in Nigeria. However, there are also many stopover flights into Abuja, Kano, and Port Harcourt. The stopover flights into Port Harcourt are provided by Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, Air Peace, and other airlines. Some flights will have a single stop while others may stop twice or more. In many cases, the flights with several stops are the least expensive.

  • What are the stopover options between Johannesburg to Nigeria?

    Travellers who are going into Port Harcourt will have several options for stopover flights. The one-stop flights typically touch down in Lagos Airport before reaching the final airport. Two stop flights between the same locations may stop in Addis Ababa Airport and Abuja Airport, Kigali Airport and Lagos Airport, or Blantyre Airport, Lilongwe Airport, and Addis Ababa Airport. Some of these flights require passengers to self-transfer at one of these airports. For this particular route, the two or more stop flights are much less expensive than a single stop flight.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Johannesburg to Nigeria?

    Passengers going to Nigeria from Johannesburg will require a visa to enter the country. It is also required to have a passport.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Nigeria?

    Departing from Johannesburg to Nigeria will take you 12h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4514 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Nigeria one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Uganda Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R3 814. Users have also found prices from R3 953 and R4 611 on TAAG and RwandAir, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Nigeria?

    On average you can expect to pay R19 566 for a flight from Johannesburg to Nigeria. The cheapest flight overall is R7 368 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lagos Murtala Muhammed) is currently priced at R7 351.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Nigeria that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Nigeria?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Nigeria?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Nigeria 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 Nigeria?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Nigeria (average of R6 241). Flying from Johannesburg to Nigeria in December is currently the most expensive (average of R7 819). 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 Nigeria

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Nigeria. 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 8 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RwandAirCheapestR7 129AverageR10 033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR7 316AverageR7 777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR7 774AverageR12 078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air Côte d’IvoireCheapestR7 801AverageR8 090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 008AverageR13 177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 871AverageR10 461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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South AfricanCheapestR9 303AverageR12 118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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ASKYCheapestR9 340AverageR12 921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EgyptairCheapestR9 791AverageR15 193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 900AverageR13 245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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