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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Nigeria from R3 657

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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LOS
Sep 9 — Sep 161
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 10 August 2026.

Fri 25/916:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Wed 30/916:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 6/8R7 959
Mon 7/916:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Sun 13/916:00 -
1 stop11h 15m
Deal found 7/8R7 975
Sat 5/95:45 -
1 stop10h 00m
Sat 12/916:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 8/8R7 991
Sun 1/1116:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Mon 30/1116:00 -
1 stop11h 15m
Deal found 5/8R8 007
Tue 1/1216:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Sat 5/1216:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 5/8R8 039
Wed 23/95:45 -
1 stop10h 00m
Sat 26/916:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 7/8R8 055
Fri 21/816:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Mon 24/816:00 -
1 stop11h 15m
Deal found 7/8R8 071
Wed 23/95:45 -
1 stop10h 00m
Wed 30/916:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 9/8R8 088
Wed 2/95:45 -
1 stop10h 00m
Wed 9/916:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 5/8R8 136
Fri 11/916:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Sun 27/916:00 -
1 stop11h 15m
Deal found 9/8R8 152
Wed 30/95:45 -
1 stop10h 00m
Sun 4/1016:00 -
1 stop11h 15m
Deal found 8/8R8 168
Thu 29/103:00 -
2 stops29h 50m
Thu 5/116:30 -
2 stops28h 15m
Deal found 9/8R11 777

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Nigeria

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Nigeria flight deals. Data was last updated 10 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 959

One-way from

R3 657

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R7 991
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 25/9-30/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Nigeria
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 4/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Nigeria
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R8 810 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R2 951 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 10 August 2026.
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JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

5:00-17:15

2 stops13h 15m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 5/11

9:15-0:05

2 stops13h 50m

R11 616

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

5:00-17:15

2 stops13h 15m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 27/8

9:15-0:05

2 stops13h 50m

R12 099
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

15:10-20:30

Nonstop6h 20m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 8/10

22:00-4:55

Nonstop5h 55m

R12 308

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/10

3:10-13:15

1 stop11h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 11/11

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R13 178

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/10

3:10-13:15

1 stop11h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 9/11

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R13 178

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

3:10-13:15

1 stop11h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sat 7/11

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R13 178

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

14:15-15:40

2 stops26h 25m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 8/10

14:00-7:10

1 stop16h 10m

R14 258

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ABV Abuja

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/2

5:00-17:00

2 stops13h 00m

Abuja

Tue 9/2

10:10-0:05

2 stops12h 55m

R17 996

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ABV Abuja

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/10

5:00-17:00

2 stops13h 00m

Abuja

Tue 3/11

10:10-0:05

2 stops12h 55m

R18 141

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ABV Abuja

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/9

8:20-19:25

1 stop12h 05m

Abuja

Sun 6/9

13:25-3:55

1 stop13h 30m

R18 479

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Nigeria

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nigeria from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.
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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Nigeria (average of R8 136). Flying from Johannesburg to Nigeria in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 020). 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 10 August 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg to Nigeria as you normally would.

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Nigeria delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Nigeria have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 153 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Nigeria flights?

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

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

Wednesday 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 Nigeria flights?

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Nigeria?

Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg to Nigeria. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 10 August 2026.
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
7,8
Good
42 reviews
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Food

7,4

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

6,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,0

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
7,8
Good
42 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,4

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

6,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,0

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
7,6
Good
63 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,4

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

6,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,0

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
1 022 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,4

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

6,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,0

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
6,7
Okay
318 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,4

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

6,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,0

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 6h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4519 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 Air Côte d’Ivoire. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R1 030. Users have also found prices from R2 888 and R3 068 on TAAG and Uganda Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Nigeria?

    On average you can expect to pay R10 481 for a flight from Johannesburg to Nigeria. The cheapest flight overall is R5 981 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lagos Murtala Muhammed) is currently priced at R7 830.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Nigeria (average of R8 136). Flying from Johannesburg to Nigeria in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 020). 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 10 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air Côte d’IvoireCheapestR3 145AverageR4 312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 881AverageR13 400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR6 497AverageR8 844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR6 590AverageR7 919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR6 783AverageR7 892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 161AverageR12 613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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ASKYCheapestR8 752AverageR9 856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR8 959AverageR12 398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 049AverageR10 373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 675AverageR12 440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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