Cheap flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R1 166
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 3/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — JNB
Sep 25 — Oct 21
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or January, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Monday
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 August 2026.
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Best flights from Cape Town to OR Tambo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cape Town to OR Tambo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 26 August 2026.
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Direct flights from Cape Town to OR Tambo
Explore direct flight options from Cape Town to OR Tambo based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 26 August 2026.
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Last-minute flights from Cape Town to OR Tambo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Cape Town to OR Tambo. Data last updated 26 August 2026 and is based on user searches.
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One-way flights from Cape Town to OR Tambo
Search for one-way flight options from Cape Town to OR Tambo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 26 August 2026.
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Find flight deals from Cape Town to OR Tambo
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to OR Tambo (JNB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 26 August 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to OR Tambo 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 7 457 451 searches. Data last updated 26 August 2026.
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Cape TownJohannesburg
CPT Cape Town Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
CPTJNB
Cape Town Intl
Fri 2/10
7:00-9:05
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
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15:05-17:20
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R3 019
Cape TownJohannesburg
CPT Cape Town Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
CPTJNB
Cape Town Intl
Thu 22/10
6:05-8:10
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 25/10
7:30-9:45
Nonstop2h 15m
R3 083
Cape TownJohannesburg
CPT Cape Town Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
CPTJNB
Cape Town Intl
Wed 21/10
14:00-16:05
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 25/10
7:30-9:45
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R3 083
Cape TownJohannesburg
CPT Cape Town Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
CPTJNB
Cape Town Intl
Thu 7/1
14:00-16:05
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 10/1
7:30-9:45
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R3 386
Cape TownJohannesburg
CPT Cape Town Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
CPTJNB
Cape Town Intl
Fri 25/9
6:05-8:10
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Cape TownJohannesburg
CPT Cape Town Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
CPTJNB
Cape Town Intl
Fri 8/1
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
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R3 802
Cape TownJohannesburg
CPT Cape Town Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
CPTJNB
Cape Town Intl
Thu 24/9
9:00-11:05
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
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20:35-22:50
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R4 073
Cape TownJohannesburg
CPT Cape Town Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
CPTJNB
Cape Town Intl
Sat 13/2
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Cape TownJohannesburg
CPT Cape Town Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Cape Town Intl
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Cape TownJohannesburg
CPT Cape Town Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
CPTJNB
Cape Town Intl
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. 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 Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R2 252). Flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of R3 402). 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 CPT to JNB?
Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 August 2026.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2026.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights typically cost between R2 196 and R3 115 in September.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R2 380 on South African (Sept 12–Sept 29).
Weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Cape Town to OR Tambo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 26 August 2026.
The most flights from CPT to JNB are scheduled on a Monday (106 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (50 on average).
How often are flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg delayed?
About 8% of weekly flights between Cape Town and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 102 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Cape Town to Johannesburg flights?
Historically, flights departing at night 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 Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cape Town to Johannesburg flights?
Over the past year, Airlink have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 26 August 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink,FlySafair, andSouth African from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
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What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo?
Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo. You should not have trouble finding flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Cape Town Intl; the airport handles an average of 83 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights from the Cape Town airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo. It is only a 15,6 km journey to Cape Town Intl (CPT) from Cape Town’s city centre.
How long is the flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
For as low as R3 019, Airlink can have you in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Cape Town in 2h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1271 km. Most flights are nonstop.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?
Cemair, at R903, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Airlink and South African. Users have found that Cemair is 67% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with FlySafair, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R713. Lift flights start at R733 while deals on South African start at R794 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport consider choosing Emirates(96%), TAAG(95%) or Kenya Airways(93%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
While on average a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally R39 071, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R818. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R2 236 for that flight.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to OR Tambo?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to OR Tambo 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 Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R2 252). Flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of R3 402). 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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