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Cheap flights from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R12 927

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 25/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — JNB
May 9 — May 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Wellington to OR Tambo

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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 9 April 2026.

Wed 20/514:35
WLG
-
JNB
2 stops35h 40m
Emirates
Wed 27/510:05
JNB
-
WLG
2 stops27h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 4/4R20 687
Thu 21/514:35
WLG
-
JNB
2 stops48h 55m
Emirates
Thu 28/510:05
JNB
-
WLG
2 stops27h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 6/4R20 736
Fri 22/515:40
WLG
-
JNB
2 stops34h 35m
Emirates
Fri 29/510:05
JNB
-
WLG
2 stops27h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 7/4R21 392
Sun 12/715:40
WLG
-
JNB
2 stops47h 50m
Emirates
Thu 23/710:05
JNB
-
WLG
2 stops27h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 5/4R21 868
Wed 19/814:35
WLG
-
JNB
2 stops40h 00m
Emirates
Fri 4/922:20
JNB
-
WLG
3 stops34h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 8/4R21 884
Mon 2/1116:00
WLG
-
JNB
2 stops39h 35m
Emirates
Wed 4/1113:25
JNB
-
WLG
2 stops38h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 5/4R22 180
Fri 24/715:35
WLG
-
JNB
2 stops34h 40m
Emirates
Tue 28/722:20
JNB
-
WLG
2 stops29h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 5/4R22 212
Sat 23/514:35
WLG
-
JNB
2 stops40h 00m
Emirates
Sat 30/522:20
JNB
-
WLG
2 stops39h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 7/4R22 557
Sat 1/815:40
WLG
-
JNB
2 stops34h 35m
Emirates
Sat 15/813:30
JNB
-
WLG
2 stops38h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 8/4R22 655

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 9 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R20 687

One-way from

R12 927

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

R22 557
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 20/5-27/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 63h 30m total
  • Wellington to Johannesburg
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25/7
  • 25/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 25m total
  • Wellington to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R36 679 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R10 174 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 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 9 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Sat 23/5

14:35-20:35

2 stops40h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/5

22:20-23:55

2 stops39h 35m

R22 557

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Fri 4/9

14:35-16:15

2 stops35h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

13:30-13:35

2 stops38h 05m

R22 983
Fastest return journey

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Thu 21/5

6:05-16:25

1 stop20h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

18:45-23:55

1 stop19h 10m

R23 410

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Sat 11/7

21:10-20:35

2 stops57h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/7

10:05-23:55

2 stops27h 50m

R23 476

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Fri 22/5

19:40-16:15

3 stops54h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

22:20-19:00

3 stops34h 40m

R24 263

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Sat 1/8

6:05-16:25

1 stop20h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/8

18:45-23:55

1 stop19h 10m

R24 804

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Mon 20/4

15:55-16:15

2 stops34h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

10:05-14:45

2 stops42h 40m

R24 870

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Fri 24/7

6:05-10:15

3 stops38h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

10:05-23:55

2 stops27h 50m

R24 936

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Wed 20/5

19:40-16:15

3 stops54h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

22:20-7:35

3 stops47h 15m

R25 329
Cheapest one-way

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Sat 25/7

19:10-18:35

2 stops57h 25m

R12 927

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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.
Estimated return price
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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Wellington to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 3 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 73 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R12 747). Flying from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 867). 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?

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 9 April 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
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 017 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

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 410, Emirates can have you in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Wellington in 20h 20m. Wellington and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 11753 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at R15 165, 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 174. Qantas Airways is 33% 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R12 747). Flying from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 867). 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 9 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapestR15 165AverageR23 750FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapestR22 174AverageR28 359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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