Cheap flights from Richards Bay to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R1 527
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RCB — JNB
Oct 22 — Oct 291
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Richards Bay to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in March or January, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Sunday
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Cheapest flights from Richards Bay to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richards Bay to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 September 2026.
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Best flights from Richards Bay to OR Tambo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Richards Bay to OR Tambo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 22 September 2026.
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Direct flights from Richards Bay to OR Tambo
Explore direct flight options from Richards Bay to OR Tambo based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 22 September 2026.
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Last-minute flights from Richards Bay to OR Tambo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Richards Bay to OR Tambo. Data last updated 22 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
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One-way flights from Richards Bay to OR Tambo
Search for one-way flight options from Richards Bay to OR Tambo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 22 September 2026.
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Find flight deals from Richards Bay to OR Tambo
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richards Bay (RCB) 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 September 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Richards Bay 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 22 September 2026.
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Richards BayJohannesburg
RCB Richards Bay - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Richards Bay
Sat 17/10
12:25-13:35
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
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R1 527
Richards BayJohannesburg
RCB Richards Bay - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Richards Bay
Tue 6/10
8:20-9:30
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 31/12
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R1 592
Richards BayJohannesburg
RCB Richards Bay - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Richards Bay
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
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R1 998
Richards BayJohannesburg
RCB Richards Bay - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Richards Bay
Fri 6/11
12:35-14:05
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
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R1 998
Richards BayJohannesburg
RCB Richards Bay - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Richards Bay
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Richards BayJohannesburg
RCB Richards Bay - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Richards BayJohannesburg
RCB Richards Bay - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Richards BayJohannesburg
RCB Richards Bay - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Richards BayJohannesburg
RCB Richards Bay - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Richards BayJohannesburg
RCB Richards Bay - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Richards Bay
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Richards Bay to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Richards Bay to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
The best time to book flights from Richards Bay to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 59 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richards Bay to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richards Bay to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R2 014). Flying from Richards Bay to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of R3 248). 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 RCB to JNB?
Find hourly flight availability from Richards Bay 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 22 September 2026.
When flying from Richards Bay to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Richards Bay to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Richards Bay to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights typically cost between R2 688 and R3 613 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R3 086 on Airlink (Oct 17–Oct 23).
Weekly flight availability from Richards Bay to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Richards Bay 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 22 September 2026.
The most flights from RCB to JNB are scheduled on a Wednesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).
How often are flights from Richards Bay to Johannesburg delayed?
About 6% of weekly flights between Richards Bay and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 92 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Richards Bay to Johannesburg flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning 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 Richards Bay to Johannesburg flights?
Over the past year, Airlink have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% 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 22 September 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink and Cemair
from Richards Bay to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated 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 Richards Bay to Johannesburg OR Tambo?
For a flight from Richards Bay to Johannesburg OR Tambo, you will be flying from Richards Bay. Richards Bay (RCB) is just 7,1 km from the centre of the city. Richards Bay is the only Richards Bay airport and it handles 6 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 2 airlines have flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Richards Bay on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Richards Bay to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
A quick flight from Richards Bay to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport can take about 1h 10m. Airlink provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R3 086. The distance between Richards Bay and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 478 km. All flights are typically direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Richards Bay to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?
Flying on Airlink is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with prices starting at R1 145. Another option worth looking into is Cemair, starting at R3 470 round trip. Airlink is priced at 57% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the most reliable airlines from Richards Bay to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Richards Bay to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Qatar Airways (90%), Air France (90%) and Turkish Airlines (90%).
Can I find deals for flights from Richards Bay to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Richards Bay to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Richards Bay to OR Tambo?
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Can I find deals for business class flights from Richards Bay to OR Tambo?
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richards Bay to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richards Bay to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R2 014). Flying from Richards Bay to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of R3 248). 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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