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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Nigeria from R3 478

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 13/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LOS
Jun 8 — Jun 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 9 May 2026.

Sun 31/50:45
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop9h 45m
Uganda Airlines
Thu 4/618:15
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 8/5R7 726
Mon 22/65:45
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop10h 00m
TAAG
Mon 29/616:00
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop21h 40m
TAAG
Deal found 8/5R7 923
Sun 27/1216:40
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop23h 05m
TAAG
Sun 28/216:00
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
TAAG
Deal found 9/5R7 940
Mon 8/616:40
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop23h 05m
TAAG
Tue 16/616:00
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop21h 40m
TAAG
Deal found 6/5R7 956
Tue 12/516:40
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop23h 05m
TAAG
Tue 19/516:00
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop21h 40m
TAAG
Deal found 7/5R8 005
Tue 15/1216:40
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop23h 05m
TAAG
Sun 31/116:00
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop21h 40m
TAAG
Deal found 6/5R8 022
Wed 20/55:45
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop10h 00m
TAAG
Mon 15/616:00
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
TAAG
Deal found 5/5R8 054
Sun 24/516:40
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop23h 05m
TAAG
Mon 15/616:00
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
TAAG
Deal found 5/5R8 071
Wed 1/75:45
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop10h 00m
TAAG
Sat 4/716:00
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop21h 40m
TAAG
Deal found 8/5R8 087
Sun 7/616:40
JNB
-
LOS
1 stop23h 05m
TAAG
Mon 29/616:00
LOS
-
JNB
1 stop21h 40m
TAAG
Deal found 6/5R8 153
Fri 19/612:40
JNB
-
ABV
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Fri 26/613:30
ABV
-
JNB
1 stop18h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R11 122
Sun 24/512:40
JNB
-
ABV
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 1/615:50
ABV
-
JNB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/5R11 270

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 9 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 726

One-way from

R3 478

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R9 367
Uganda Airlines
  • Uganda Airlines
  • 31/5-4/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Nigeria
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 13/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Nigeria
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R10 974 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R2 904 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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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 9 May 2026.
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JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

4:50-9:50

Nonstop6h 00m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 4/10

19:40-2:40

Nonstop6h 00m

R9 859

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

5:30-17:15

2 stops12h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 4/10

9:15-0:05

2 stops13h 50m

R10 991

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

5:30-17:15

2 stops12h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 28/6

9:15-0:05

2 stops13h 50m

R11 204

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

5:30-17:15

2 stops12h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 19/7

9:15-0:05

2 stops13h 50m

R11 352

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB - ABV

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

19:50-8:30

1 stop37h 40m

Abuja

Sun 31/5

15:50-10:30

1 stop17h 40m

R13 976

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB - ABV

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

1:15-8:15

2 stops32h 00m

Abuja

Fri 26/6

17:00-15:50

2 stops21h 50m

R14 206

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/6

8:20-19:40

1 stop12h 20m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 30/6

22:00-13:25

1 stop14h 25m

R14 731

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/6

22:50-17:15

2 stops19h 25m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 30/6

5:40-20:10

1 stop13h 30m

R15 092

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB - ABV

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/6

1:15-16:45

3 stops16h 30m

Abuja

Thu 11/6

17:00-10:55

2 stops16h 55m

R15 781

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB - ABV

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

21:45-14:00

1 stop17h 15m

Abuja

Fri 10/7

17:00-14:40

2 stops44h 40m

R17 405

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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

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.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Nigeria (average of R7 841). Flying from Johannesburg to Nigeria in February is currently the most expensive (average of R12 828). 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 9 May 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 10% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Nigeria have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 175 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 7% of flights being delayed.

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 9 May 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
Check prices

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,8

Food

7,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,9

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

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,8

Food

7,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,9

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
61 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,8

Food

7,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,9

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
999 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,8

Food

7,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,9

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
305 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,0

Entertainment

6,8

Food

7,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,9

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. 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 096. Users have also found prices from R3 072 and R3 237 on Uganda Airlines and TAAG, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Nigeria?

    On average you can expect to pay R9 040 for a flight from Johannesburg to Nigeria. The cheapest flight overall is R1 091 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lagos Murtala Muhammed) is currently priced at R7 956.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Nigeria (average of R7 841). Flying from Johannesburg to Nigeria in February is currently the most expensive (average of R12 828). 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 9 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air Côte d’IvoireCheapestR3 226AverageR7 465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 165AverageR12 865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR6 615AverageR9 201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR6 749AverageR8 043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR6 909AverageR7 525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 292AverageR14 301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 802AverageR10 171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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ASKYCheapestR8 824AverageR12 623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR9 382AverageR12 126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 692AverageR13 128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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