How many airports are there in Johannesburg?

There are 3 airports in Johannesburg: Johannesburg O.R. Tambo, Lanseria and Pretoria Wonderboom Apt..

How much are round-trip flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg is AED 337. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

2 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Cape Town to Johannesburg.

Which airlines fly direct from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

Safair, Lift Airlines and South African Airways fly direct from Cape Town to Johannesburg.

How many flights are there a week from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

There are 476 flights per week flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg, as of May 2024.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg is usually May.

What's the cheapest airport to fly to in Johannesburg?

If you're flying from Cape Town Airport, the cheapest airport near Johannesburg is Johannesburg O.R. Tambo – which is 21.7 km away from the center of Johannesburg. We've found flights to this airport from AED 337 .

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Johannesburg on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Johannesburg on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 .

Can I get a direct flight from Cape Town Airport to Johannesburg?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 5 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Cape Town Airport to Johannesburg?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Johannesburg but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Johannesburg?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Johannesburg?

In May, the average temperature is usually around 14°C. January is typically the warmest month in Johannesburg, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 3°C. The rainiest month is December.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Cape Town Airport to Johannesburg?

Currently, South African Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg.

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Johannesburg.AED 337 per passenger.Departing Wed, May 15, returning Mon, May 20.Round-trip flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departing from Cape Town on Wed, May 15, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with South African Airways departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, May 20, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 337, select.

Johannesburg.AED 357 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jun 1, returning Wed, Jul 31.Round-trip flight with Safair and Lift Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Safair departing from Cape Town on Sat, Jun 1, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Lift Airlines departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, Jul 31, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 357, select.

Johannesburg.AED 398 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jun 1, returning Sun, Jun 2.Round-trip flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departing from Cape Town on Sat, Jun 1, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Safair departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, Jun 2, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 398, select.

Johannesburg.AED 417 per passenger.Departing Sat, May 25, returning Sun, Jun 2.Round-trip flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departing from Cape Town on Sat, May 25, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Safair departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, Jun 2, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 417, select.

Johannesburg.AED 430 per passenger.Departing Thu, Aug 1, returning Sun, Aug 4.Round-trip flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departing from Cape Town on Thu, Aug 1, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Safair departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, Aug 4, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 430, select.

Johannesburg.AED 434 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 17, returning Sat, Oct 19.Round-trip flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departing from Cape Town on Thu, Oct 17, arriving in Lanseria.Inbound direct flight with Safair departing from Lanseria on Sat, Oct 19, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 434, select.

Johannesburg.AED 447 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jul 12, returning Fri, Jul 19.Round-trip flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departing from Cape Town on Fri, Jul 12, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Safair departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, Jul 19, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 447, select.

Johannesburg.AED 448 per passenger.Departing Fri, Sep 20, returning Sun, Sep 22.Round-trip flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departing from Cape Town on Fri, Sep 20, arriving in Lanseria.Inbound direct flight with Safair departing from Lanseria on Sun, Sep 22, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 448, select.

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to Johannesburg flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Cape Town to Johannesburg: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	AED 337
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	2 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airline	Safair
Average flights per week	476

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg: Frequently asked questions

: There are 3 airports in Johannesburg: Johannesburg O.R. Tambo, Lanseria and Pretoria Wonderboom Apt..
: The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg is AED 337. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
: 2 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Cape Town to Johannesburg.
: Safair, Lift Airlines and South African Airways fly direct from Cape Town to Johannesburg.
: There are 476 flights per week flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg, as of May 2024.
: The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg is usually May.
: If you're flying from Cape Town Airport, the cheapest airport near Johannesburg is Johannesburg O.R. Tambo – which is 21.7 km away from the center of Johannesburg. We've found flights to this airport from AED 337.
: After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Johannesburg on Wednesday, May 15, 2024.
: Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 5 minutes.
: We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Johannesburg but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
: We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
: In May, the average temperature is usually around 14°C. January is typically the warmest month in Johannesburg, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 3°C. The rainiest month is December.
: Currently, South African Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg.

The main airport in Johannesburg is O. R. Tambo International Airport, situated 20km outside of the city. The smaller, privately owned Lanseria International Airport also handles flights to and from Cape Town. Five airlines fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg via O. R. Tambo International Airport - British Airways, FlySafair, Kulula, Mango and South African Airways, while flights to Lanseria International Airport are available with FlySafair, Kulula and Mango.

* This information is correct as of June 2017

Airport Information - Arriving

O. R. Tambo International Airport is Johannesburg’s main airport and also the country’s busiest with 6 passenger terminals. If you need to travel between terminals you can do so easily as they are all closely connected. There are a range of amenities and facilities available to travelers at the airport whether it’s shops to browse through or somewhere to enjoy a meal or a quick drink.

Lanseria International Airport is a much smaller airport but still offers all of the facilities and amenities you would need. There are a few places available at the airport to have a meal or a quick snack including restaurants so you won’t be short on options, while there is a selection of shops offering everything from duty free goods to travel basics.

Airport Information - Departing

Cape Town International Airport is the main airport serving Cape Town situated roughly 20km (12 miles) outside the city. The airport is set over multiple levels within a single terminal complex and offers an extensive range of amenities and services to ensure all of your needs are met. Everything you would expect of a large airport can be found including a variety places to eat and drink as well as an extensive selection of shops, so you won’t be short on things to do while you wait to board your flight. You can easily reach the airport from central Cape Town by hopping on a MyCiti bus which can take you directly to the airport.

What to Expect in Johannesburg

In Johannesburg the weather gets nice and warm over the country’s summer period between November and March, while temperatures are coldest in June and July. As you will be flying on a domestic route you won’t be required to obtain a visa, but you still need to bring all of your essential travel documents with you including your passport. Check out the top hotels in Johannesburg to make the most out of your trip.

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