Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Nigeria from R3 627

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 26/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LOS
Oct 16 — Oct 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R7 253

One-way from

R3 627

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R8 798
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 24/10-25/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Nigeria
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 26/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Nigeria
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R12 665 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 981 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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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 16 September 2025.

Fri 24/1016:40JNB - LOS
1 stop18h 35mTAAG
Sat 25/101:05LOS - JNB
1 stop12h 35mTAAG
Deal found 14/9R7 253
Sat 1/110:45JNB - LOS
1 stop13h 00mTAAG
Wed 5/1113:30LOS - JNB
1 stop24h 10mTAAG
Deal found 15/9R7 323
Tue 4/1116:40JNB - LOS
1 stop20h 20mTAAG
Sun 9/1113:45LOS - JNB
1 stop23h 55mTAAG
Deal found 15/9R7 514
Sat 8/1116:40JNB - LOS
1 stop21h 05mTAAG
Mon 17/111:05LOS - JNB
1 stop12h 35mTAAG
Deal found 14/9R7 566
Sat 4/100:45JNB - LOS
1 stop13h 00mTAAG
Wed 8/1013:30LOS - JNB
1 stop24h 10mTAAG
Deal found 13/9R7 583
Sat 15/1116:40JNB - LOS
1 stop21h 05mTAAG
Sat 22/1111:15LOS - JNB
1 stop11h 00mTAAG
Deal found 14/9R7 670
Fri 26/916:40JNB - LOS
1 stop18h 35mTAAG
Sat 4/101:05LOS - JNB
1 stop12h 35mTAAG
Deal found 14/9R7 705
Tue 23/916:40JNB - LOS
1 stop20h 20mTAAG
Sat 27/911:15LOS - JNB
1 stop11h 00mTAAG
Deal found 15/9R7 913
Sat 20/120:45JNB - LOS
1 stop13h 00mTAAG
Sat 10/11:05LOS - JNB
1 stop12h 35mTAAG
Deal found 14/9R8 208
Sat 20/1216:40JNB - LOS
1 stop21h 05mTAAG
Sat 31/11:05LOS - JNB
1 stop12h 35mTAAG
Deal found 14/9R8 520
Mon 8/1216:40JNB - LOS
1 stop20h 20mTAAG
Sat 13/1211:15LOS - JNB
1 stop11h 00mTAAG
Deal found 14/9R8 642
Sun 23/1121:45JNB - ABV
1 stop16h 45mEgyptair
Tue 2/1214:30ABV - JNB
1 stop15h 40mEgyptair
Deal found 15/9R12 945

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Fly from

Johannesburg

Fly to

Nigeria

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/12

16:40-12:45

1 stop21h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sat 31/1

1:05-14:40

1 stop12h 35m

R8 520

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/12

16:40-12:00

1 stop20h 20m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sat 13/12

11:15-14:40

1 stop26h 25m

R8 659

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/10

3:10-13:15

1 stop11h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 6/11

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R9 370

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/10

3:10-13:15

1 stop11h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 13/10

14:45-14:20

1 stop22h 35m

R9 405

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/12

5:30-17:15

2 stops12h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sat 13/12

9:15-0:05

2 stops13h 50m

R9 822

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 822

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/10

15:10-20:30

Nonstop6h 20m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Mon 13/10

22:00-4:55

Nonstop5h 55m

R10 012

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB - ABV

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/9

21:45-14:00

1 stop17h 15m

Abuja

Thu 9/10

15:00-7:10

1 stop15h 10m

R15 739

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB - ABV

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

23:00-12:05

1 stop14h 05m

Abuja

Thu 29/1

22:00-13:05

1 stop14h 05m

R16 121

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB - ABV

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/9

5:30-17:00

2 stops12h 30m

Abuja

Thu 9/10

10:10-0:05

2 stops12h 55m

R16 676

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Nigeria (average of R402). Flying from Johannesburg to Nigeria in December is currently the most expensive (average of R583). 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 16 September 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 afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 39% 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 Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 16 September 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.

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,6

Crew

7,8

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,7

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

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,6

Crew

7,8

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,7

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

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,6

Crew

7,8

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,7

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

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,6

Crew

7,8

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,7

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

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,6

Crew

7,8

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,7

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 11h 05m. 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 TAAG. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R3 627. Users have also found prices from R3 835 and R6 542 on Uganda Airlines and Egyptair, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Nigeria?

    On average you can expect to pay R21 051 for a flight from Johannesburg to Nigeria. The cheapest flight overall is R7 401 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lagos Murtala Muhammed) is currently priced at R7 253.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Nigeria (average of R402). Flying from Johannesburg to Nigeria in December is currently the most expensive (average of R583). 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 16 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RwandAirCheapestR6 929AverageR10 361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR7 332AverageR7 837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR7 781AverageR12 237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air Côte d’IvoireCheapestR7 825AverageR8 148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 009AverageR12 884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 933AverageR10 304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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South AfricanCheapestR9 052AverageR12 125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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ASKYCheapestR9 354AverageR12 912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EgyptairCheapestR9 800AverageR15 268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 910AverageR13 188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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