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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Philadelphia from R13 060

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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — PHL
May 1 — May 81
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 April 2026.

Thu 9/721:15
JNB
-
PHL
1 stop25h 25m
British Airways
Fri 14/822:20
PHL
-
JNB
1 stop26h 40m
British Airways
Deal found 31/3R19 625
Sat 4/714:45
JNB
-
PHL
1 stop24h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sun 26/720:30
PHL
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/3R20 034
Thu 4/620:40
JNB
-
PHL
2 stops30h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/720:30
PHL
-
JNB
1 stop36h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3R20 187
Thu 9/419:50
JNB
-
PHL
2 stops43h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/520:30
PHL
-
JNB
1 stop37h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3R20 545
Sat 7/1122:00
JNB
-
PHL
2 stops54h 48m
British Airways
Wed 11/1119:50
PHL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 45m
British Airways
Deal found 27/3R20 631
Thu 9/720:55
JNB
-
PHL
2 stops27h 54m
Qatar Airways
Fri 14/820:30
PHL
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/3R20 972

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 1 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R19 625

One-way from

R13 060

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 329
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 9/7-14/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Philadelphia
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10/6
  • 10/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 11m total
  • Johannesburg to Philadelphia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R26 888 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 854 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/7

12:40-9:00

1 stop26h 20m

Philadelphia

Tue 28/7

20:30-9:00

1 stop30h 30m

R22 711

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/5

19:25-16:35

1 stop27h 10m

Philadelphia

Sat 23/5

22:05-9:25

2 stops53h 20m

R24 279

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/7

14:45-9:00

1 stop24h 15m

Philadelphia

Mon 27/7

9:12-9:00

2 stops41h 48m

R25 711

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/7

20:55-18:49

2 stops27h 54m

Philadelphia

Sat 25/7

20:30-15:20

1 stop36h 50m

R26 104
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/7

20:55-19:49

2 stops28h 54m

Philadelphia

Mon 27/7

20:30-4:00

1 stop25h 30m

R26 308

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/6

20:55-20:00

2 stops29h 05m

Philadelphia

Sat 4/7

20:30-15:20

1 stop36h 50m

R27 451

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/6

20:55-18:50

2 stops27h 55m

Philadelphia

Sat 4/7

15:26-15:20

2 stops41h 54m

R28 951

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/6

12:40-20:00

2 stops37h 20m

Philadelphia

Thu 9/7

17:30-15:20

2 stops39h 50m

R28 951

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/7

20:55-19:49

2 stops28h 54m

Philadelphia

Fri 24/7

17:30-4:00

2 stops28h 30m

R29 053

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/6

14:45-20:00

2 stops35h 15m

Philadelphia

Fri 3/7

17:30-4:00

2 stops28h 30m

R29 394

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Philadelphia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Philadelphia

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg to Philadelphia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 15 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Philadelphia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Philadelphia (average of R10 759). Flying from Johannesburg to Philadelphia in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 083). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated 1 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg to Philadelphia by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 481 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,8
Good
1 481 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 481 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
685 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 481 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 732 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 481 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 533 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 481 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 842 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 481 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Philadelphia from Johannesburg?

    If you book a flight to Philadelphia from Johannesburg, you will be flying to Philadelphia, which is the city’s only airport. Philadelphia (PHL) is located 11,2 km from the centre of Philadelphia. There are 0 flights from Johannesburg to Philadelphia per day from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Philadelphia?

    Airlines like Qatar Airways fly from Johannesburg to Philadelphia in about 26h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 12921 km between Johannesburg and Philadelphia.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Philadelphia round-trip?

    Flying on KLM is currently your cheapest option to Philadelphia, with prices starting at R11 887. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qatar Airways and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at R15 952 and R16 306, respectively. These flights start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Philadelphia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Philadelphia?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Philadelphia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Philadelphia 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 Johannesburg to Philadelphia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Philadelphia (average of R10 759). Flying from Johannesburg to Philadelphia in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 083). 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 5 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Philadelphia

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Philadelphia. 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 1 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR11 887AverageR18 076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 952AverageR17 732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 306AverageR16 643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 380AverageR17 803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 679AverageR18 743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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