Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Tanzania from R3 652

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 26/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZNZ
Jan 3 — Jan 101
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Tanzania
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Tanzania. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 December 2025.

Wed 10/1216:50JNB - DAR
1 stop22h 00mRwandAir
Wed 17/1217:00DAR - JNB
1 stop22h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 2/12R7 885
Sat 20/1222:00JNB - DAR
Nonstop3h 30mSouth African
Sat 17/15:10DAR - JNB
Nonstop3h 45mSouth African
Deal found 2/12R7 987
Mon 8/1216:55JNB - DAR
Nonstop3h 30mSouth African
Fri 2/15:10DAR - JNB
Nonstop3h 45mSouth African
Deal found 3/12R8 073
Wed 10/1222:00JNB - DAR
Nonstop3h 30mSouth African
Wed 17/125:10DAR - JNB
Nonstop3h 45mSouth African
Deal found 2/12R8 141
Thu 18/1222:00JNB - DAR
Nonstop3h 30mAirlink
Fri 19/123:25DAR - JNB
Nonstop3h 45mAirlink
Deal found 4/12R8 209
Sat 20/1222:00JNB - DAR
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/17:40DAR - JNB
2 stops5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12R8 295
Sat 20/1216:50JNB - DAR
2 stops22h 25mRwandAir
Sat 17/116:30DAR - JNB
1 stop10h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 2/12R8 329
Sat 20/123:10JNB - DAR
2 stops12h 05mRwandAir
Sat 17/116:30DAR - JNB
1 stop22h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 4/12R8 346
Sun 21/1217:00JNB - DAR
1 stop15h 05mKenya Airways
Sat 17/120:55DAR - JNB
1 stop28h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/12R8 363
Fri 19/128:20JNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 27/1219:10ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/12R8 363
Mon 8/1216:55JNB - DAR
Nonstop3h 30mSouth African
Mon 5/15:10DAR - JNB
Nonstop3h 45mSouth African
Deal found 2/12R8 448
Sat 27/1222:00JNB - DAR
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/17:40DAR - JNB
2 stops5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12R8 482

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Tanzania

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Tanzania flight deals. Data was last updated 4 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R7 680

One-way from

R3 652

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R9 165
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 1/2-12/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Tanzania
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 26/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Tanzania
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (R19 779 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 210 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Johannesburg

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Tanzania

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 7/2

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

R7 783

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/1

8:20-18:15

1 stop8h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 24/1

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

R7 783

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

8:20-18:15

1 stop8h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 24/1

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

R7 817

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

23:00-10:50

1 stop10h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 30/1

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

R7 817

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

14:30-3:00

1 stop11h 30m

Dar Es Salaam

Sat 28/2

3:55-13:05

1 stop10h 10m

R7 834

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/1

22:00-2:30

Nonstop3h 30m

Dar Es Salaam

Wed 28/1

5:10-7:55

Nonstop3h 45m

R7 885

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

23:00-12:55

1 stop12h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 31/1

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

R7 936

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

22:00-2:30

Nonstop3h 30m

Dar Es Salaam

Sun 17/5

5:10-7:55

Nonstop3h 45m

R7 970

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

22:00-2:30

Nonstop3h 30m

Dar Es Salaam

Sat 21/2

5:10-7:55

Nonstop3h 45m

R7 987

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

22:00-2:30

Nonstop3h 30m

Dar Es Salaam

Thu 29/1

5:10-7:55

Nonstop3h 45m

R8 073

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Tanzania

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Tanzania (average of R3 755). Flying from Johannesburg to Tanzania in December is currently the most expensive (average of R5 871). 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 TZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Tanzania. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to Tanzania in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 24% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Tanzania?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Tanzania. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Tanzania flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Tanzania delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Tanzania have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 118 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Tanzania flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Tanzania flights?

Over the past year, Airlink have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 3% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tanzania

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tanzania. 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 Tanzania. Reviews last updated 4 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with FlySafair, RwandAir, andEthiopian Air from Johannesburg to Tanzania have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

5,9

Food

6,4

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

5,9

Food

6,4

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

5,9

Food

6,4

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

5,9

Food

6,4

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

5,9

Food

6,4

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Tanzania. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Johannesburg to Tanzania flights?

    When flying from Johannesburg to Tanzania, the airports in Johannesburg are limited to only O.R. Tambo International Airport, which is a major international airport located in South Africa. When it comes to airports that accommodate flights incoming from Johannesburg, Tanzania has multiple popular airports such as Kilimanjaro International Airport, which is located in northern Tanzania, and Julius Nyerere International Airport, which is located in Dar es Salaam, which is the international airport for the largest city in Tanzania.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Tanzania?

    Airlines that will fly directly from Johannesburg to Tanzania can vary from the location that you choose in Tanzania to land. When flying to Dar es Salaam the available airlines can vary with a few main ones being Kenya Airways, sometimes partially operated by Precision Air, and very few available flights from South Africa Airways. Flights to Dar es Salaam can vary in price significantly depending upon wait times. When flying from Johannesburg to Tanzania and landing at the Kilimanjaro International Airport, Kenya Airways and RwandAir have the most available flights.

  • What are the stopover options between Johannesburg to Tanzania?

    Stopover options from Johannesburg to Tanzania can vary on location within Tanzania. When flying to Dar Es Salaam, there is typically one stopover though also sometimes the flights are nonstop. The flights that have one stopover usually can vary timewise with flights ranging from 3h 28m-11h 5m. When flying to Kilimanjaro International Airport there is usually one stopover which typically is located at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, with flight times varying from 6h 13m-10h 40m.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Johannesburg to Tanzania?

    There is currently no requirement for South African Passport holders to have a visa when intending to visit Tanzania. It is unnecessary and while a visa will not be required, what you will need in order to fly from Johannesburg to Tanzania is a passport that is valid for at least six months after you depart from Tanzania.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Tanzania?

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg to Tanzania in 3h 30m. Fly via Ethiopian Air, South African, or RwandAir to get the fastest option. The distance between Johannesburg and Tanzania is about 2435 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Tanzania one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for FlySafair. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R2 094. Users have also found prices from R2 481 and R3 076 on RwandAir and Air Tanzania, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg to Tanzania?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Tanzania?

    On average you can expect to pay R7 115 for a flight from Johannesburg to Tanzania. The cheapest flight overall is R2 505 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zanzibar Intl) is currently priced at R7 510.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Tanzania (average of R3 755). Flying from Johannesburg to Tanzania in December is currently the most expensive (average of R5 871). 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 10 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Tanzania

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Tanzania. 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 4 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR3 397AverageR5 914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR5 009AverageR6 993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 262AverageR6 840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR5 374AverageR8 201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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FlySafairCheapestR5 504AverageR8 105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR6 016AverageR9 102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR6 300AverageR6 675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Zambia AirwaysCheapestR6 429AverageR8 414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hahn Air SystemsCheapestR9 658AverageR12 203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 794AverageR13 335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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