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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg from R1 247

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 24/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — PZB
Jul 4 — Jul 111
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg are usually found in August or February, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB). 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 29 June 2025.

Round-trip from

R2 547

One-way from

R1 247

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R3 117
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 8/9-14/9
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg
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Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 24/7
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg
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High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R413 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 June 2025.

Mon 8/918:15JNB - PZB
Nonstop1h 05mAirlink
Sun 14/918:20PZB - JNB
Nonstop1h 05mAirlink
Deal found 27/6R2 547

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JohannesburgPietermaritzburg

JNB - PZB

JNBPZB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

18:15-19:20

Nonstop1h 05m

Pietermaritzburg

Sun 14/9

18:20-19:25

Nonstop1h 05m

R2 547

JohannesburgPietermaritzburg

JNB - PZB

JNBPZB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/7

16:35-17:40

Nonstop1h 05m

R1 247

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Deals found on 27/6

Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

Booking 77 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg (average of R150). Flying from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of R182). 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 JNB to PZB?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 June 2025.

When flying from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 72% versus a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg

Explore weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg. 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 29 June 2025.

The most flights from ZA1 to PZB are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg?

Reviews of airlines servicing Pietermaritzburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Pietermaritzburg. 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 Pietermaritzburg. Reviews last updated 29 June 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg. 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.
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
72 reviews
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Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,6

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,6

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
72 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
72 reviews
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Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,6

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,6

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg. 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 into for flights to Pietermaritzburg from Johannesburg?

    For a flight from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg, you will be flying into Pietermaritzburg. Pietermaritzburg (PZB) is just 2,9 km from the centre vof the city. Pietermaritzburg is the only Pietermaritzburg airport and it handles 11 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day. 3 airlines have flights to Pietermaritzburg from Johannesburg on a regular basis.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg round-trip?

    Airlink, at R2 547, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg.. Airlink is currently priced 13% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg?

    Before booking your flight to Pietermaritzburg from Johannesburg, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: KLM (92%), Airlink (87%), Qatar Airways( 85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg?

    While on average a flight from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg is generally R2 372, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R1 206. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Pietermaritzburg), you can expect to pay R2 547 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg (average of R150). Flying from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of R182). 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 3 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg. 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 29 June 2025.
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LiftCheapestR577AverageR1 283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlySafairCheapestR725AverageR1 349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR2 456AverageR3 383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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