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Cheap flights from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R12 596

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
Jan 3 — Jan 101
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 4 December 2025.

Wed 24/1215:37CMH - JNB
2 stops32h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sat 24/119:35JNB - CMH
2 stops29h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/12R21 078
Thu 25/1215:37CMH - JNB
2 stops35h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sat 17/119:35JNB - CMH
2 stops29h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/12R23 211
Sun 28/1216:06CMH - JNB
2 stops32h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 17/119:35JNB - CMH
2 stops29h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/12R27 478
Sun 7/127:01CMH - JNB
2 stops25h 49mKenya Airways
Tue 9/1217:00JNB - CMH
2 stops25h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 3/12R29 611
Wed 24/1210:30CMH - JNB
2 stops25h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 24/122:00JNB - CMH
1 stop21h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/12R30 141
Fri 26/1217:45CMH - JNB
2 stops56h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/120:15JNB - CMH
2 stops31h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12R30 277
Fri 26/1216:40CMH - JNB
1 stop18h 55mUnited Airlines
Fri 23/122:00JNB - CMH
2 stops25h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/12R32 564
Wed 24/1214:54CMH - JNB
3 stops35h 36mAir Canada
Sat 24/120:15JNB - CMH
2 stops31h 41mAir Canada
Deal found 2/12R34 476
Thu 25/126:30CMH - JNB
2 stops32h 35mDelta
Sat 17/121:55JNB - CMH
1 stop24h 33mDelta
Deal found 2/12R35 568
Wed 24/126:05CMH - JNB
3 stops35h 00mEthiopian Air
Sat 24/114:30JNB - CMH
3 stops35h 36mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/12R37 223
Fri 26/1218:15CMH - JNB
1 stop17h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 23/121:55JNB - CMH
1 stop30h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/12R37 240

Find 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 4 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R20 378

One-way from

R12 596

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R31 779
14/3-22/3
  • 14/3-22/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 78h 31m total
  • Columbus to Johannesburg
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 27/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 01m total
  • Columbus to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (R119 719 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (R33 356 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Columbus

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 24/12

15:37-7:35

2 stops32h 58m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/1

19:35-17:55

2 stops29h 20m

R21 078

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 4/2

20:29-10:25

2 stops30h 56m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

22:00-19:03

2 stops28h 03m

R21 488

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sun 18/1

16:14-7:35

2 stops32h 21m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

22:00-19:03

2 stops28h 03m

R21 488

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 4/2

7:08-3:55

2 stops37h 47m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

17:00-17:24

2 stops31h 24m

R21 863

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 11/2

13:19-3:55

2 stops31h 36m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

13:45-14:53

2 stops32h 08m

R22 819

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Fri 13/3

7:11-15:50

2 stops26h 39m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

12:05-11:57

2 stops29h 52m

R22 870

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 11/2

19:04-19:00

2 stops40h 56m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

21:55-20:22

1 stop29h 27m

R23 826

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 4/2

10:31-3:55

3 stops34h 24m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

23:00-23:44

3 stops31h 44m

R24 150

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sun 18/1

6:00-13:05

2 stops24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

14:30-23:44

3 stops40h 14m

R24 269

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Fri 27/3

17:59-9:00

2 stops33h 01m

R12 596

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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, 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 024). 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 4 December 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
9 062 reviews
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Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 062 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 062 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.

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 13m. 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 (R23 652), 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?

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

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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 024). 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 4 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestR23 652AverageR28 862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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