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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Nigeria from R4 007

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 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LOS
Jan 8 — Jan 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 December 2025.

Wed 31/125:30JNB - LOS
2 stops12h 45mASKY
Thu 22/19:15LOS - JNB
2 stops13h 50mASKY
Deal found 7/12R10 017
Sun 28/125:30JNB - LOS
2 stops12h 45mASKY
Tue 20/19:15LOS - JNB
2 stops13h 50mASKY
Deal found 8/12R10 459
Thu 18/125:30JNB - LOS
2 stops9h 45mASKY
Sun 28/129:15LOS - JNB
2 stops13h 50mASKY
Deal found 7/12R11 393
Wed 31/1215:10JNB - LOS
Nonstop6h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 22/19:10LOS - JNB
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12R11 885
Wed 24/1214:55JNB - LOS
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1222:00LOS - JNB
Nonstop5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12R12 242
Mon 29/125:30JNB - LOS
2 stops12h 45mASKY
Tue 20/19:15LOS - JNB
2 stops13h 50mASKY
Deal found 7/12R12 853
Fri 26/1216:40JNB - LOS
1 stop19h 35mTAAG
Sun 28/1213:45LOS - JNB
1 stop23h 55mTAAG
Deal found 8/12R12 972
Wed 31/1212:50JNB - LOS
1 stop29h 25mUganda Airlines
Thu 22/118:15LOS - JNB
2 stops16h 30mUganda Airlines
Deal found 7/12R13 362
Sun 28/125:30JNB - LOS
2 stops12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/11:05LOS - JNB
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12R13 379
Wed 31/1215:10JNB - LOS
Nonstop6h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/121:10LOS - JNB
1 stop30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12R13 583

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 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 031

One-way from

R4 007

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R11 257
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 24/1-2/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Nigeria
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Uganda Airlines
  • Uganda Airlines
  • 8/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Nigeria
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R10 457 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 262 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 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 9 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Nigeria that are best for you.

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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

R9 440

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

R10 017

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/1

5:30-17:15

2 stops12h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Tue 20/1

9:15-0:05

2 stops13h 50m

R10 017

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/1

3:10-13:15

1 stop11h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 26/2

14:45-14:20

1 stop22h 35m

R10 289

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB - ABV

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

3:10-19:05

2 stops16h 55m

Abuja

Wed 28/1

8:30-14:20

2 stops28h 50m

R12 343

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB - ABV

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

21:45-13:30

1 stop16h 45m

Abuja

Tue 3/2

14:30-7:10

1 stop15h 40m

R13 362

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB - ABV

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

15:10-7:50

1 stop17h 40m

Abuja

Tue 3/2

8:30-4:10

2 stops18h 40m

R14 958

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB - ABV

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

14:30-2:45

1 stop13h 15m

Abuja

Fri 3/4

13:25-3:55

1 stop13h 30m

R16 181

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB - ABV

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

9:25-6:45

3 stops22h 20m

Abuja

Sat 25/4

13:30-8:50

1 stop18h 20m

R16 724

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB - ABV

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

18:10-6:45

2 stops37h 35m

Abuja

Fri 3/4

13:20-9:00

1 stop18h 40m

R18 116

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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 R6 112). Flying from Johannesburg to Nigeria in December is currently the most expensive (average of R7 725). 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 December 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 at midday could potentially save you up to 18% 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 16 December 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. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 9 December 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

Food

7,3

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Overall

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
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Overall

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
South African
7,4
Good
48 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Overall

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
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
903 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Overall

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
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
287 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

6,9

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Overall

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 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 986. Users have also found prices from R3 185 and R3 384 on Air Côte d’Ivoire and TAAG, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Nigeria?

    On average you can expect to pay R12 930 for a flight from Johannesburg to Nigeria. The cheapest flight overall is R6 551 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lagos Murtala Muhammed) is currently priced at R7 522.

  • 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 112). Flying from Johannesburg to Nigeria in December is currently the most expensive (average of R7 725). 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 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Uganda AirlinesCheapestR6 650AverageR9 818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR6 987AverageR9 765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR7 150AverageR7 639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air Côte d’IvoireCheapestR7 606AverageR7 877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 840AverageR12 896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 704AverageR10 124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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ASKYCheapestR9 135AverageR12 739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR9 328AverageR12 120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 589AverageR15 000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 580AverageR12 626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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