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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport from R5 623

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 26/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FRA
Feb 26 — Mar 51
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main are usually found in March or February, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Frankfurt

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Frankfurt (FRA). 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 075

One-way from

R5 623

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R13 162
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 9/4-24/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 26/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R16 892 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 442 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Frankfurt. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Wed 9/49:55JNB - FRA
1 stop33h 10mEtihad Airways
Thu 24/411:20FRA - JNB
1 stop21h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/2R12 075
Fri 14/38:50JNB - FRA
1 stop23h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 11/617:15FRA - JNB
1 stop22h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/2R12 665
Mon 9/621:15JNB - FRA
1 stop25h 10mBritish Airways
Mon 16/66:35FRA - JNB
1 stop26h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/2R12 794
Sat 5/417:50JNB - FRA
Nonstop11h 25mCondor
Mon 21/420:30FRA - JNB
Nonstop11h 00mCondor
Deal found 20/2R13 365
Sat 5/422:20JNB - FRA
1 stop34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 21/420:30FRA - JNB
Nonstop11h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R13 623
Sat 5/414:30JNB - FRA
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 21/422:05FRA - JNB
1 stop15h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/2R13 789
Wed 17/910:05JNB - FRA
1 stop22h 45mEmirates
Tue 23/911:00FRA - JNB
1 stop33h 50mEmirates
Deal found 20/2R14 268
Mon 9/618:50JNB - FRA
1 stop14h 10mAir France
Mon 16/619:55FRA - JNB
2 stops25h 25mAir France
Deal found 20/2R15 282
Wed 9/419:00JNB - FRA
Nonstop10h 35mLufthansa
Thu 24/422:05FRA - JNB
Nonstop10h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 20/2R15 614
Mon 9/619:35JNB - FRA
2 stops20h 00mSWISS
Mon 16/617:35FRA - JNB
2 stops15h 45mSWISS
Deal found 20/2R16 333
Sun 27/417:00JNB - FRA
2 stops25h 40mKenya Airways
Wed 7/510:15FRA - JNB
2 stops24h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/2R18 508
Sat 1/319:40JNB - FRA
2 stops19h 00mKLM
Mon 17/311:50FRA - JNB
2 stops20h 35mKLM
Deal found 20/2R24 444

Find flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

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Johannesburg

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Price

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/4

9:55-19:05

1 stop33h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 24/4

11:20-8:35

1 stop21h 15m

R12 075

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/3

8:50-6:50

1 stop23h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 11/6

17:15-16:10

1 stop22h 55m

R12 665

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/6

21:15-22:25

1 stop25h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 16/6

6:35-9:25

1 stop26h 50m

R12 794

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/4

17:50-5:15

Nonstop11h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 21/4

20:30-7:30

Nonstop11h 00m

R13 365

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/4

22:20-8:50

1 stop34h 30m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 21/4

20:30-7:30

Nonstop11h 00m

R13 623

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/4

14:30-6:25

1 stop15h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 21/4

22:05-13:05

1 stop15h 00m

R13 789

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/4

19:10-8:50

1 stop37h 40m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 21/4

15:15-10:15

1 stop19h 00m

R15 172

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/6

18:50-9:00

1 stop14h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 16/6

19:55-21:20

2 stops25h 25m

R15 282

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/4

19:00-5:35

Nonstop10h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 24/4

22:05-8:35

Nonstop10h 30m

R15 614

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/6

19:35-15:35

2 stops20h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 16/6

17:35-9:20

2 stops15h 45m

R16 333

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Frankfurt

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Travel insights for flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Frankfurt. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 88 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of R684). Flying from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R846). 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 FRA?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Frankfurt. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 21% on flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Frankfurt. Price data was last updated on 22 September 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Frankfurt. 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 21 February 2025.

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

Rainfall in Frankfurt by month

Plan your trip to Frankfurt by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Frankfurt am Main Airport ranges from 40.0 - 70.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Frankfurt am Main Airport when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Frankfurt by month

Plan your trip to Frankfurt by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Frankfurt am Main Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 18.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Frankfurt

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt. 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 Frankfurt. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main, such as Emirates, KLM and SWISS. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 331 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

SWISS
7,5
Good
1 568 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 609 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Air France
7,4
Good
1 449 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 276 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Frankfurt. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Etihad Airways is currently your cheapest option to Frankfurt am Main Airport, with prices starting at R12 075. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qatar Airways and British Airways, with the lowest prices starting at R12 665 and R12 794, respectively. Etihad Airways is 13% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R5 623. Users have also found prices from R6 802 and R8 111 on Etihad Airways and Emirates, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport consider choosing Air Canada(85%), Austrian Airlines(85%) or ANA(85%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport is R8 786. On average you can expect to pay R47 613. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Frankfurt am Main), can usually be booked for R10 489.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Flights departing from Johannesburg and landing in Frankfurt am Main Airport stopover in Nairobi most frequently. Amsterdam is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport. Paris comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Amsterdam?

    Amsterdam travellers tend to visit Diamant Museum Amsterdam, Rijksmuseum, and Osdorpplein more than any other notable places. Diamant Museum Amsterdam, Rijksmuseum, and Osdorpplein can be accessed by travelling approximately 9,7 km, 9,9 km, and 6,3 km, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol. Travellers in need of a car in Amsterdam can hire one for about R389 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Paris?

    Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, and Notre Dame are currently the most popular points of interest in Paris. Travelers on a layover in Paris can visit Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, and Notre Dame, by traveling 25,4 km, 23,6 km, and 23,0 km, respectively after landing at Paris Charles de Gaulle. Those on a stopover in Paris in need of a car hire can book one at Paris Charles de Gaulle for about R584.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    The least popular stopover on flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport is Zurich. Istanbul is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport. Istanbul is followed by Dubai in terms of the least popular stopover location for Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of R684). Flying from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R846). 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 Frankfurt

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CondorCheapestR8 890AverageR14 170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 004AverageR12 569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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SWISSCheapestR11 494AverageR16 159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EgyptairCheapestR12 106AverageR15 545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 210AverageR16 827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR12 295AverageR15 931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 415AverageR13 879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 419AverageR13 089FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR12 563AverageR18 640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 578AverageR14 476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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