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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Nigeria from R3 647

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 24/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LOS
Jan 31 — Feb 71
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 1 January 2026.

Wed 31/1214:55JNB - LOS
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 22/113:40LOS - JNB
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12R12 466
Wed 31/1214:55JNB - LOS
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/121:10LOS - JNB
1 stop30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12R14 124
Wed 31/1216:50JNB - LOS
1 stop21h 25mRwandAir
Sat 28/214:45LOS - JNB
1 stop10h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 30/12R14 770
Tue 30/123:10JNB - LOS
2 stops18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 28/214:45LOS - JNB
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12R15 085
Wed 31/1223:00JNB - LOS
1 stop14h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 22/113:40LOS - JNB
1 stop29h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 31/12R19 511
Wed 31/1223:00JNB - LOS
1 stop14h 25mEthiopian Air
Wed 21/113:40LOS - JNB
1 stop13h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 31/12R19 710
Tue 30/1223:00JNB - LOS
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/122:25LOS - JNB
1 stop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12R20 555
Wed 31/1215:10JNB - LOS
Nonstop6h 20mSouth African
Thu 22/122:00LOS - JNB
Nonstop5h 55mSouth African
Deal found 30/12R21 434

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 1 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 974

One-way from

R3 647

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R9 631
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 3/3-10/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Nigeria
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 24/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Nigeria
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R10 752 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 289 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 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 1 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Nigeria that are best for you.

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Johannesburg

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Nigeria

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Depart

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Price

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

0:45-9:30

1 stop9h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 26/2

18:15-11:45

2 stops16h 30m

R8 073

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

16:50-13:15

1 stop21h 25m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 23/2

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R8 106

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/1

0:45-9:30

1 stop9h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 26/2

18:15-11:45

2 stops16h 30m

R8 653

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

16:50-13:15

1 stop21h 25m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sat 21/3

14:45-14:20

1 stop22h 35m

R8 686

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

3:10-13:15

1 stop11h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sat 6/6

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R8 686

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

3:10-13:15

1 stop11h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 7/6

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R8 686

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/1

3:10-13:15

1 stop11h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 21/1

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R9 134

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB - ABV

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

3:10-17:30

2 stops15h 20m

Abuja

Fri 20/2

11:45-14:20

2 stops25h 35m

R12 383

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB - ABV

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

13:45-7:30

1 stop18h 45m

Abuja

Fri 20/2

14:05-15:35

1 stop24h 30m

R13 162

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB - ABV

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

20:55-6:45

1 stop34h 50m

Abuja

Fri 26/6

13:20-15:20

1 stop25h 00m

R13 825

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Nigeria (average of R5 968). Flying from Johannesburg to Nigeria in December is currently the most expensive (average of R7 576). 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 1 January 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 9% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Nigeria have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 214 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 at night tend to experience delays more often.

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

Monday 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 5% 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 1 January 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
7,7
Good
37 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,7

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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

Overall

7,7

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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
50 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,7

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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
923 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,7

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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
287 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,7

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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 9h 45m. 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 Uganda Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R2 917. Users have also found prices from R3 108 and R3 302 on Air Côte d’Ivoire and TAAG, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Nigeria?

    On average you can expect to pay R19 857 for a flight from Johannesburg to Nigeria. The cheapest flight overall is R7 043 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lagos Murtala Muhammed) is currently priced at R7 543.

  • 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 R5 968). Flying from Johannesburg to Nigeria in December is currently the most expensive (average of R7 576). 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 1 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Uganda AirlinesCheapestR6 621AverageR10 213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR6 801AverageR9 447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR6 980AverageR7 458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air Côte d’IvoireCheapestR7 426AverageR7 689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 655AverageR12 823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 472AverageR9 871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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ASKYCheapestR8 920AverageR12 521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR9 119AverageR11 832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 362AverageR14 246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 330AverageR12 335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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