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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Reykjavik from R12 378

JNB — REK
Sep 21 — Sep 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Reykjavik

Thu 12/1119:55 -
2 stops43h 15m
Sat 21/1115:10 -
1 stop16h 45m
Deal found 17/8R12 378
Wed 11/1123:59 -
1 stop15h 46m
Wed 25/1114:45 -
1 stop29h 15m
Deal found 19/8R16 899
Thu 12/1123:59 -
1 stop15h 46m
Mon 16/1114:45 -
1 stop29h 15m
Deal found 19/8R16 931

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Round-trip from

R12 378

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R21 116
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 12/11-21/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 60h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Reykjavik
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R39 874 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 495 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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JohannesburgReykjavik

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

JNBKEF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

19:55-13:10

2 stops43h 15m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Sat 21/11

15:10-9:55

1 stop16h 45m

R12 378
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgReykjavik

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

JNBKEF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

23:59-13:45

1 stop15h 46m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Fri 20/11

14:45-22:00

1 stop29h 15m

R16 931

JohannesburgReykjavik

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

JNBKEF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

23:59-13:45

1 stop15h 46m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Mon 16/11

14:45-22:00

1 stop29h 15m

R16 931

JohannesburgReykjavik

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

JNBKEF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

23:59-13:45

1 stop15h 46m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Wed 25/11

14:45-22:00

1 stop29h 15m

R17 044

JohannesburgReykjavik

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KEF Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

JNBKEF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

23:59-13:45

1 stop15h 46m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Wed 18/11

14:45-11:25

2 stops42h 40m

R17 444

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Deals found on 17/8

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Reykjavik

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Reykjavik (average of R14 719). Flying from Johannesburg to Reykjavik in July is currently the most expensive (average of R22 495). 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 Johannesburg to Reykjavik?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg to Reykjavik flights typically cost between R16 643 and R22 735 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R12 378 on Lufthansa (Nov 12–Nov 21).

Reviews of airlines servicing Reykjavik

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Lufthansa, andBritish Airways from Johannesburg to Reykjavik. 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
3 657 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 657 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 657 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
8 203 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 657 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 183 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 657 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Reykjavik?

    For as low as R16 931, Lufthansa can have you in Reykjavik from Johannesburg in 15h 46m. The distance between Johannesburg and Reykjavik is about 10940 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, British Airways (R13 973), and Emirates (R18 084) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg to Reykjavik. British Airways is 16% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Reykjavik (average of R14 719). Flying from Johannesburg to Reykjavik in July is currently the most expensive (average of R22 495). 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 Johannesburg to Reykjavik

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR13 973AverageR16 164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapestR18 084AverageR20 354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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