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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R1 097

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 17/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — JNB
Apr 20 — Apr 271
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in May or July, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R1 892

One-way from

R1 097

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R2 573

Good round-trip deal

R2 778 or less

Good one-way deal

R1 327 or less
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 17/5-24/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Cape Town to Johannesburg
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Lift
  • Lift
  • 17/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 00m total
  • Cape Town to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R4 698 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R1 148 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Fri 18/419:55CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Sun 20/45:55JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Deal found 15/4R1 873
Wed 13/86:05CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Wed 20/812:20JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mAirlink
Deal found 14/4R2 138
Wed 27/817:35CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/916:00JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4R2 308
Tue 15/411:00CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mLift
Wed 16/46:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mLift
Deal found 14/4R2 498
Tue 26/811:35CPT - JNB
1 stop4h 25mCemair
Mon 8/913:55JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mCemair
Deal found 15/4R4 087
Tue 29/46:40CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Tue 29/417:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mSouth African
Deal found 15/4R4 503

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to OR Tambo 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 15 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Cape Town

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OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 17/5

21:05-23:10

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/5

20:20-22:35

Nonstop2h 15m

R1 892

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/8

6:05-8:10

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/8

12:20-14:35

Nonstop2h 15m

R2 138

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/5

21:05-23:10

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/5

16:00-18:15

Nonstop2h 15m

R2 195

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 29/4

17:00-19:00

Nonstop2h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/5

16:00-18:10

Nonstop2h 10m

R2 933

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 24/5

19:35-21:35

Nonstop2h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/5

21:20-23:35

Nonstop2h 15m

R3 614

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 26/8

11:35-16:00

1 stop4h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

13:55-16:10

Nonstop2h 15m

R4 087

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/6

5:45-7:50

Nonstop2h 05m

R1 154

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/5

6:30-8:30

Nonstop2h 00m

R1 192

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/4

6:05-8:10

Nonstop2h 05m

R1 230

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/5

20:25-22:25

Nonstop2h 00m

R1 381

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to OR Tambo

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

Booking 73 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. 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 Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 CPT to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 59% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 30 March 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Cape Town to OR Tambo. 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 15 April 2025.

The most flights from CPT to JNB are scheduled on a Monday (104 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (83 on average).

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 15 April 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg, such as Airlink, FlySafair and South African. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Crew

9,0

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
67 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Crew

9,0

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
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
113 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
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Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Crew

9,0

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
South African
7,3
Good
30 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Crew

9,0

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 Cape Town to OR Tambo. 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 from for flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo. You should not have trouble finding flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Cape Town Intl; the airport handles an average of 92 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights from the Cape Town airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo. It is only a 15,6 km journey to Cape Town Intl (CPT) from Cape Town’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    FlySafair, at R1 892, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Airlink and Lift. Users have found that FlySafair is 31% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Lift, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R1 097. FlySafair flights start at R1 154 while deals on Airlink start at R1 230 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport consider choosing LATAM Airlines(97%), Qantas Airways(96%) or FlySafair(95%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    While on average a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally R24 240, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R898. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R1 949 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights have a stopover in Port Elizabeth most often. Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights stop in Durban the next most.

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

    Most Durban visitors opt to spend their time at uShaka Marine World, Durban City Hall and Natural Science Museum, and Durban Botanical Gardens. Travellers on a stopover in Durban can visit uShaka Marine World, Durban City Hall and Natural Science Museum, and Durban Botanical Gardens, by travelling 29,8 km, 29,3 km, and 28,8 km, respectively after landing at Durban King Shaka Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Durban can hire one for about R440 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Flights departing from Cape Town and landing in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport stopover in East London least frequently.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to OR Tambo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to OR Tambo 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 Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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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Fly from Cape Town to OR Tambo on these airlines

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Top 9 airlines flying from Cape Town to OR Tambo

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to OR Tambo. 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 15 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CemairCheapestR997AverageR2 685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR1 062AverageR2 566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Hahn AirCheapestR1 338AverageR1 613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlySafairCheapestR1 385AverageR2 800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR1 505AverageR2 432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlexFlightCheapestR1 626AverageR3 066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LiftCheapestR1 763AverageR2 914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hahn Air SystemsCheapestR2 098AverageR2 261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR26 788AverageR28 947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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