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$146+ Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 28/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
JNB — AKL
20 Dec — 27 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

What to know about flights from OR Tambo

Discover essential information about flights departing from OR Tambo, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the OR Tambo airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 20 November 2025.

Cheapest one-way flight

$1,166

Cheapest round-trip flight

$1,351

Cheapest airline

Airlink

Most popular destination

Dubai Intl (DXB)

Good round-trip deal

$182 or less

Good one-way deal

$73 or less
The cheapest one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo is currently to Dubai Intl.
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The cheapest round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo is currently to Perth.
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On average, Airlink currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo (avg. price of $268).
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Dubai Intl (DXB) is currently the most popular flight destination from Johannesburg OR Tambo (average return price of $1,890).
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 20 November 2025.

Thu 25/1210:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/118:40LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11$1,104
Sun 14/1210:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Sat 31/113:50LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 19/11$1,115
Sat 20/1203:10JNB - LHR
1 stop29h 10mRwandAir
Wed 21/120:30LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 18/11$1,117
Thu 29/123:59JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 51mKLM
Fri 20/220:25LHR - JNB
1 stop23h 40mKLM
Deal found 20/11$1,138
Mon 1/1223:59JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 51mKLM
Fri 5/1206:30LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 35mKLM
Deal found 20/11$1,144
Wed 3/1223:59JNB - LHR
1 stop19h 01mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1217:35LHR - JNB
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,145
Fri 26/1209:50JNB - LHR
1 stop22h 50mEtihad Airways
Wed 21/120:55LHR - JNB
1 stop33h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 18/11$1,158
Mon 8/1203:10JNB - LHR
1 stop29h 10mRwandAir
Wed 31/1220:30LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 18/11$1,165
Thu 18/1216:50JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 30mRwandAir
Thu 8/120:30LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 20/11$1,169
Wed 3/1220:15JNB - LHR
1 stop13h 50mSWISS
Mon 8/1207:00LHR - JNB
2 stops25h 30mSWISS
Deal found 20/11$1,172
Thu 25/1220:15JNB - LHR
2 stops22h 25mSWISS
Mon 19/120:05LHR - JNB
1 stop36h 25mSWISS
Deal found 18/11$1,183
Fri 8/513:55JNB - AKL
1 stop43h 40mQatar Airways
Sun 21/622:15AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 19/11$1,743

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Auckland

Route

Departure

Return

Price

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

20:15-08:05

1 stop13h 50m

London Heathrow

Sat 21/2

20:05-10:30

1 stop36h 25m

$1,104

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

23:59-13:50

1 stop15h 51m

London Heathrow

Fri 20/2

20:25-22:05

1 stop23h 40m

$1,138

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/12

16:50-06:20

1 stop15h 30m

London Heathrow

Fri 2/1

20:30-14:20

1 stop15h 50m

$1,215

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/12

16:50-06:20

1 stop15h 30m

London Heathrow

Mon 29/12

20:30-14:20

1 stop15h 50m

$1,217

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

22:00-07:25

Nonstop11h 25m

London Heathrow

Fri 27/2

21:15-10:25

Nonstop11h 10m

$1,272

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

22:00-07:25

Nonstop11h 25m

London Heathrow

Sun 22/2

21:15-10:25

Nonstop11h 10m

$1,281

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

16:50-06:20

1 stop15h 30m

London Heathrow

Thu 19/3

08:35-14:20

2 stops27h 45m

$1,289

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/12

16:50-06:20

1 stop15h 30m

London Heathrow

Thu 1/1

20:30-14:20

1 stop15h 50m

$1,300

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/12

23:35-18:40

2 stops21h 05m

London Heathrow

Sat 31/1

20:05-10:30

1 stop36h 25m

$1,323

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

21:55-04:45

1 stop19h 50m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/3

08:30-18:50

1 stop21h 20m

$1,994

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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo

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When is the best time to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Auckland. Price data was last updated on 14 November 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should look to book at least 80 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,380). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December will prove the most costly (average of $1,882). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport would be wise to consider leaving during Tuesday mornings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Tuesday afternoons when fares are usually the most expensive.

Which airlines fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

For round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport you’ll fly on: Qantas Airways, South African, Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Emirates. Which fly to the following popular destinations: Auckland.

Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $1,733
South African
South African
From $93
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From $894
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
From $1,440

What are popular destinations to fly to from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Some of the most frequent flights departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport everyday are: Cape Town (630 flights per day), Durban (330 flights per day), and Doha (226 flights per day).

Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sydney Kingsford Smith
From $1,206
Perth
Perth
From $865
Dubai Intl
Dubai Intl
From $1,166
Singapore Changi
Singapore Changi
From $1,516

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The cheapest city to fly to from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Durban King Shaka Intl, with prices starting at $61. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Durban King Shaka Intl
Durban King Shaka Intl
From $61
Cape Town Intl
Cape Town Intl
From $98
Polokwane
Polokwane
From $120

Airline reviews for flights from OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from 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 airline for your flight from OR Tambo. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,419 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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
3,419 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,419 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,407 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,419 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,061 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,419 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
942 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,419 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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.
South African
7.5
Good
46 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,419 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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.

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Alternate flight departure points to OR Tambo

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Related info for your journey

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  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The most popular destinations from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport this month are Mumbai, Guangzhou, Auckland. The top year-round destinations include Mumbai, Guangzhou, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for as low as $61 to Durban (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $1,032 to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to anywhere?

    According to our data, users have found FlySafair, South African, and Airlink to have the cheapest round-trip prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Some of the destinations and prices are as follows: FlySafair flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town Intl ($58). South African flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Auckland Intl ($93). Airlink flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo ($166).

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Premium economy can provide you with benefits such as more leg room and ideal seating locations without the price tag of a business class flight. Some of the cheapest premium economy flight options from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are below:
    Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Hong Kong starting at $1,614
    Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Sydney starting at $3,319
    Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Frankfurt am Main Airport starting at $3,474
    Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Heathrow Airport starting at $3,540

  • What is the cheapest first class flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    If you’re looking for a cheap first-class flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, consider London. Prices start at $8,953 so you can fly first-class even on a budget.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    At the present moment the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is currently August; with December being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

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