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Cheap flights from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R13 073

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 27/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — JNB
Dec 17 — Dec 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 17 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R19 780

One-way from

R13 073

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R23 995
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 29/3-11/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 70h 39m total
  • Columbus to Johannesburg
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 27/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 45m total
  • Columbus to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (R115 811 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (R32 991 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 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 17 November 2025.

Mon 24/116:00CMH - JNB
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/117:00JNB - CMH
2 stops30h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11R22 255
Mon 24/117:08CMH - JNB
2 stops25h 42mKenya Airways
Fri 16/11:35JNB - CMH
2 stops41h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/11R22 698
Wed 26/1118:02CMH - JNB
2 stops30h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sun 21/1222:00JNB - CMH
2 stops29h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/11R23 637
Wed 19/116:10CMH - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 21/1114:30JNB - CMH
3 stops30h 42mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11R25 292
Wed 26/116:10CMH - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 21/1214:30JNB - CMH
3 stops40h 14mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/11R26 419
Mon 24/116:10CMH - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 17/114:30JNB - CMH
3 stops30h 47mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/11R27 511
Wed 26/1116:05CMH - JNB
1 stop19h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 21/1222:00JNB - CMH
1 stop21h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/11R28 876
Wed 19/116:10CMH - JNB
2 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/1120:20JNB - CMH
2 stops31h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11R29 388

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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.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sun 29/3

7:00-10:55

2 stops45h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/4

17:00-11:44

2 stops24h 44m

R19 780

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Fri 24/4

7:00-15:50

2 stops26h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

17:00-11:41

2 stops24h 41m

R19 780

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Thu 5/3

19:34-7:35

2 stops29h 01m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

22:00-20:57

2 stops28h 57m

R21 060

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sat 28/3

17:30-15:50

2 stops40h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/4

1:15-11:44

2 stops40h 29m

R21 282

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 14/1

20:29-10:25

2 stops30h 56m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

19:35-17:59

2 stops29h 24m

R21 487

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 11/2

6:00-13:05

2 stops24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

14:30-14:11

3 stops30h 41m

R21 589

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sun 15/2

6:00-13:05

2 stops24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

14:30-14:17

3 stops30h 47m

R22 528

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 11/2

13:19-3:55

2 stops31h 36m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

12:45-14:51

2 stops33h 06m

R22 818

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 11/2

12:03-8:20

2 stops37h 17m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

9:50-18:07

2 stops39h 17m

R22 988

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sat 28/3

12:00-10:00

2 stops40h 00m

R13 073

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to OR Tambo

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R19 439). Flying from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of R28 023). 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.

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 17 November 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
9 013 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 013 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 013 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

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 29h 01m. Columbus Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 13564 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines (R23 651), offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. United Airlines is currently priced 21% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R19 439). Flying from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of R28 023). 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

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Columbus to OR Tambo. 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 17 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestR23 651AverageR28 861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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