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Cheap flights from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R13 438

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 21/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — JNB
Aug 30 — Sep 61
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Wellington to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wellington to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 July 2026.

Wed 9/915:40
WLG
-
JNB
2 stops34h 35m
Emirates
Wed 16/922:20
JNB
-
WLG
2 stops29h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 26/7R23 463
Tue 8/913:05
WLG
-
JNB
2 stops37h 10m
Emirates
Tue 15/922:20
JNB
-
WLG
2 stops29h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 30/7R23 596
Mon 2/1116:00
WLG
-
JNB
2 stops35h 35m
Emirates
Mon 30/1118:50
JNB
-
WLG
2 stops31h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 30/7R23 762
Tue 8/919:40
WLG
-
JNB
3 stops54h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/922:20
JNB
-
WLG
2 stops29h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7R24 060
Fri 28/814:10
WLG
-
JNB
2 stops36h 15m
Emirates
Fri 20/1118:50
JNB
-
WLG
2 stops31h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 26/7R24 309
Sat 12/913:05
WLG
-
JNB
2 stops37h 10m
Emirates
Sat 19/919:10
JNB
-
WLG
2 stops33h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 28/7R24 391
Thu 29/1016:30
WLG
-
JNB
2 stops48h 05m
Emirates
Wed 18/1122:20
JNB
-
WLG
3 stops34h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 26/7R24 623
Sat 12/919:40
WLG
-
JNB
3 stops54h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 19/910:05
JNB
-
WLG
2 stops41h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7R24 772
Mon 3/815:40
WLG
-
JNB
2 stops38h 55m
Emirates
Wed 12/813:30
JNB
-
WLG
2 stops38h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 28/7R24 806

Find flight deals from Wellington to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wellington (WLG) 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 31 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R23 463

One-way from

R13 124

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R23 894
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 9/9-16/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 63h 50m total
  • Wellington to Johannesburg
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12/10
  • 12/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 20m total
  • Wellington to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R23 718 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R9 439 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Wellington 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 31 July 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Tue 8/9

13:05-16:15

2 stops37h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

22:20-13:35

2 stops29h 15m

R23 596

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Tue 8/9

19:40-16:15

3 stops54h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

22:20-13:35

2 stops29h 15m

R24 060

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Wed 9/9

15:40-20:35

2 stops38h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

22:20-19:00

3 stops34h 40m

R24 242

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Thu 29/10

16:30-5:35

2 stops48h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

22:20-19:50

3 stops34h 30m

R24 623

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Mon 2/11

14:35-16:35

2 stops37h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

18:50-19:50

3 stops38h 00m

R24 706

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Sat 12/9

19:40-16:15

3 stops54h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

10:05-13:35

2 stops41h 30m

R24 772
Fastest return journey

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Thu 29/10

6:05-15:00

1 stop19h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

17:55-23:50

1 stop18h 55m

R25 303

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Mon 2/11

9:40-15:35

3 stops40h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

13:45-9:05

3 stops56h 20m

R26 413

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Sat 12/9

8:15-16:15

3 stops42h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

22:20-19:00

3 stops34h 40m

R26 661

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Wed 9/9

6:05-16:25

1 stop20h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

18:45-23:55

1 stop19h 10m

R26 777

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Best time to book a flight from Wellington to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Wellington with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The best time to book flights from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 72 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 Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R20 630). Flying from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R30 572). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights typically cost between R21 525 and R24 789 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R23 463 on Emirates (Sept 9–Sept 16).

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 31 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates and Qantas Airways from Wellington 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 639 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 639 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 639 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 073 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 639 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Located just 5,3 km from the city centre, Wellington is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Wellington. Booking flights from Wellington (WLG) to Johannesburg OR Tambo should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from 2 different airlines.

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

    For as low as R23 596, Emirates can have you in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Wellington in 37h 10m. Wellington and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 11753 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at R15 317, Qantas Airways will fly you from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to Qantas Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Emirates for as low as R22 397. Qantas Airways is 37% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R20 630). Flying from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R30 572). 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 2 airlines flying from Wellington to OR Tambo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Wellington 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 31 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapestR15 317AverageR23 350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapestR22 397AverageR32 955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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