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Cheap flights from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R13 961

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 2/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — JNB
Oct 18 — Oct 251
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 18 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R20 369

One-way from

R13 961

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R36 553
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 26/11-21/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 64h 19m total
  • Columbus to Johannesburg
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 2/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 20m total
  • Columbus to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R59 543 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R11 966 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 September 2025.

Wed 26/1118:02CMH - JNB
2 stops33h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sun 21/1219:35JNB - CMH
2 stops30h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 16/9R20 369
Sat 1/1111:54CMH - JNB
2 stops45h 56mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/111:35JNB - CMH
2 stops40h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9R21 637
Sat 1/116:10CMH - JNB
2 stops24h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 8/1114:30JNB - CMH
3 stops30h 38mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/9R22 887
Sat 18/106:00CMH - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 25/1014:30JNB - CMH
3 stops29h 38mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/9R24 294
Sat 18/1017:07CMH - JNB
2 stops34h 33mQatar Airways
Sat 25/1020:25JNB - CMH
2 stops49h 44mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/9R24 450
Sat 18/1018:20CMH - JNB
2 stops48h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/101:25JNB - CMH
2 stops40h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9R24 745
Thu 18/96:10CMH - JNB
2 stops24h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 20/914:30JNB - CMH
3 stops29h 33mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/9R25 718
Wed 26/117:08CMH - JNB
2 stops31h 57mDelta
Sun 21/1221:55JNB - CMH
1 stop29h 29mDelta
Deal found 16/9R27 141
Sat 18/1017:30CMH - JNB
1 stop18h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 25/1019:45JNB - CMH
2 stops31h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/9R27 836

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Columbus

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OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 26/11

15:53-7:35

2 stops32h 42m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/12

22:00-20:59

2 stops29h 59m

R20 369

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 11/2

12:00-8:20

2 stops37h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

9:50-18:07

2 stops39h 17m

R20 560

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sat 1/11

18:20-0:25

2 stops48h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/11

17:00-11:34

2 stops25h 34m

R21 637

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Thu 5/3

20:21-7:35

2 stops28h 14m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

22:00-20:57

2 stops28h 57m

R21 828

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Thu 5/3

18:37-10:25

2 stops32h 48m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

22:00-18:26

2 stops26h 26m

R21 828

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 11/2

6:00-13:05

2 stops24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

14:30-14:05

3 stops30h 35m

R22 783

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sat 1/11

6:10-13:05

2 stops24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/11

14:30-14:08

3 stops30h 38m

R22 887

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Thu 2/10

10:15-9:35

2 stops41h 20m

R13 961

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 1/10

10:15-9:35

2 stops41h 20m

R13 961

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 1/10

19:16-12:15

3 stops34h 59m

R15 264

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Deals found on 17/9

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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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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 18 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 926 reviews
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Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,1

Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Julia,Sept 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 926 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 926 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,1

Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Julia,Sept 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Departing from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport will take you 32h 42m. Columbus Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 13564 km.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines (R24 065), offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. United Airlines is currently priced 16% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R13 961. Users have also found prices from R15 542 and R19 848 on Ethiopian Air and United Airlines, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Columbus to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to OR Tambo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Columbus to OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbus to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 airline flying from Columbus to OR Tambo

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestR24 065AverageR29 366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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