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Cheap flights from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R20 589

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — JNB
Aug 27 — Sep 31
1 adult

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 22 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R20 589

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R34 023
26/11-21/12
  • 26/11-21/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 82h 33m total
  • Columbus to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R46 635 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R7 854 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 22 August 2025.

Wed 26/116:23CMH - JNB
2 stops42h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/129:50JNB - CMH
2 stops39h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/8R20 589
Wed 29/107:03CMH - JNB
2 stops38h 52mKenya Airways
Mon 10/111:35JNB - CMH
2 stops41h 04mKenya Airways
Deal found 21/8R20 765
Wed 26/1115:53CMH - JNB
2 stops32h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sun 21/1222:00JNB - CMH
2 stops28h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 21/8R21 029
Wed 29/106:10CMH - JNB
2 stops24h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/1114:30JNB - CMH
3 stops30h 38mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/8R22 225
Wed 29/1017:46CMH - JNB
2 stops34h 39mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/1119:35JNB - CMH
2 stops30h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/8R22 348
Sat 18/107:00CMH - JNB
2 stops43h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 25/109:50JNB - CMH
2 stops37h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/8R22 858
Sat 18/1012:10CMH - JNB
2 stops39h 30mQatar Airways
Sat 25/1020:25JNB - CMH
2 stops43h 04mQatar Airways
Deal found 22/8R23 807
Wed 26/117:00CMH - JNB
2 stops25h 50mKenya Airways
Sat 20/121:35JNB - CMH
2 stops41h 31mKenya Airways
Deal found 21/8R24 545
Sat 18/1012:18CMH - JNB
1 stop25h 22mDelta
Sat 25/1023:15JNB - CMH
2 stops29h 39mDelta
Deal found 21/8R24 827

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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

Wed 26/11

6:23-8:20

2 stops42h 57m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/12

9:50-18:26

2 stops39h 36m

R20 589

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 29/10

10:17-8:20

2 stops40h 03m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

9:50-20:10

2 stops41h 20m

R20 589

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 29/10

7:03-3:55

2 stops38h 52m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/11

1:35-11:39

2 stops41h 04m

R20 765

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 26/11

15:53-7:35

2 stops32h 42m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/12

22:00-19:24

2 stops28h 24m

R21 029

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 29/10

6:10-13:05

2 stops24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

14:30-14:08

3 stops30h 38m

R22 225

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 29/10

17:46-10:25

2 stops34h 39m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

19:35-18:45

2 stops30h 10m

R22 348

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sat 18/10

7:00-8:20

2 stops43h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/10

9:50-17:09

2 stops37h 19m

R22 858

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sat 18/10

12:10-9:40

2 stops39h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/10

20:25-9:29

2 stops43h 04m

R23 807

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 26/11

7:00-15:50

2 stops25h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/12

1:35-12:06

2 stops41h 31m

R24 545

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 21/8

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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.

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 22 August 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
8 934 reviews
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Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,6

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 934 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 934 reviews
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Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,6

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

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. 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 (R24 366), 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.

  • 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, 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

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 22 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestR24 366AverageR29 734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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