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JNB — SJJ
Nov 21 — Nov 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Sarajevo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Sarajevo (SJJ). 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 22 October 2025.

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December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R13 289
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R21 717 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 931 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Sarajevo

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Sarajevo. Price data was last updated on 17 October 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Sarajevo is 16 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 Johannesburg to Sarajevo?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Sarajevo (average of R7 675). Flying from Johannesburg to Sarajevo in August is currently the most expensive (average of R12 977). 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 SJJ?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Sarajevo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 October 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg to Sarajevo is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 8% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sarajevo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sarajevo. 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 Sarajevo. Reviews last updated 22 October 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with SWISS, Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from Johannesburg to Sarajevo. 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.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 772 reviews
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Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

6,8

Crew

8,2

Food

7,1

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sept 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 772 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 772 reviews
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Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

6,8

Crew

8,2

Food

7,1

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sept 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 653 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 772 reviews
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Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

6,8

Crew

8,2

Food

7,1

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sept 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 022 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 772 reviews
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Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

6,8

Crew

8,2

Food

7,1

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sept 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 507 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 772 reviews
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Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

6,8

Crew

8,2

Food

7,1

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,5

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sept 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Sarajevo. 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 Sarajevo from Johannesburg?

    Sarajevo Butmir (SJJ) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg to Sarajevo. You should not have trouble finding flights to Butmir from Johannesburg; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Sarajevo airport from Johannesburg. It is only a 7,5 km journey from Butmir (SJJ) to Sarajevo’s city centre.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg to Sarajevo round-trip from R7 982. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lufthansa, from R9 472, and Turkish Airlines, from R12 224. Users have found that SWISS is 39% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Sarajevo (average of R7 675). Flying from Johannesburg to Sarajevo in August is currently the most expensive (average of R12 977). 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 4 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Sarajevo

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Sarajevo. 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 22 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 982AverageR15 003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 472AverageR14 728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 224AverageR13 915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 986AverageR14 613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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