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Cheap flights from Auckland to Johannesburg from $1,020

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 19/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — JNB
3 Apr — 10 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 March 2026.

Mon 11/513:25
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 1/611:10
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop36h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/3$1,831
Tue 12/520:35
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops45h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/611:10
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops46h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,838
Mon 11/520:35
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops45h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/611:10
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop36h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$1,840
Wed 19/813:25
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 2/911:10
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop36h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/3$1,872
Fri 14/813:25
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 6/911:10
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop38h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/3$1,877
Wed 29/706:10
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops35h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 19/811:10
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop38h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3$1,879
Mon 9/314:55
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 22/311:00
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop35h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 28/2$1,882
Thu 23/413:25
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 6/511:05
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop36h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/3$1,884
Thu 14/513:25
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Sat 30/511:10
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop38h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 4/3$1,887
Sat 15/813:25
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 22/811:10
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops41h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$1,889
Fri 24/406:10
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops35h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 1/511:20
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop38h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/2$1,891

Find flight deals from Auckland to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to Johannesburg (ZA1). 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 4 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,831

One-way from

$1,020

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$2,039
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 11/5-1/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 10m total
  • Auckland to Johannesburg
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RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 19/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 05m total
  • Auckland to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($358 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($85 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland to Johannesburg 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 4 March 2026.
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Departure

Return

Price

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Fri 12/6

23:55-18:35

1 stop28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

13:45-00:35

2 stops24h 50m

$2,166

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/6

20:30-20:35

1 stop34h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/6

22:20-09:55

1 stop25h 35m

$2,293

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Tue 26/5

13:40-16:15

2 stops36h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

22:20-09:55

1 stop25h 35m

$2,308

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Wed 13/5

16:05-16:15

2 stops34h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

10:05-00:10

2 stops28h 05m

$2,325

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Thu 26/3

06:10-16:35

2 stops45h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

19:10-18:45

3 stops37h 35m

$2,330

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Fri 12/6

20:30-16:15

1 stop29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

22:20-17:45

3 stops33h 25m

$2,349

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Thu 19/3

16:35-20:35

2 stops39h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

22:20-00:05

2 stops38h 45m

$2,354

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sat 14/3

16:35-20:35

2 stops39h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

22:20-23:00

2 stops37h 40m

$2,386

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Fri 10/4

15:15-20:35

2 stops39h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

13:30-09:55

1 stop34h 25m

$2,428

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Mon 18/5

14:10-18:35

1 stop38h 25m

$1,045

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Johannesburg

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 27 February 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Auckland to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 87 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 Auckland to Johannesburg?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Johannesburg (average of $1,275). Flying from Auckland to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,906). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 4 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates, andCathay Pacific from Auckland to Johannesburg to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,467 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,467 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,467 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,539 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,467 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,190 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,467 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,002 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,467 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
South African
7.5
Good
56 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,467 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland to Johannesburg. 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 Auckland to Johannesburg?

    Auckland Intl (AKL) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Auckland to Johannesburg. You should not have trouble finding flights to Johannesburg from Auckland Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 airlines have flights from the Auckland airport to Johannesburg. It is only a 17.9 km journey to Auckland Intl (AKL) from Auckland’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Auckland to Johannesburg?

    Departing from Auckland to Johannesburg will take you 28h 40m. The distance between Auckland and Johannesburg is about 12162 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Flying on Cathay Pacific is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg, with prices starting at $956. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by RwandAir and Singapore Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,022 and $1,366, respectively. You may be able to fly from Auckland to Johannesburg for 55% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Auckland to Johannesburg are Etihad Airways ($728), Singapore Airlines ($781), and RwandAir ($941).

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Auckland to Johannesburg?

    Auckland to Johannesburg flights have a stopover in Singapore most of the time. Auckland to Johannesburg flights stop in Sydney the next most. Dubai comes next as the third most popular stopover location for Auckland to Johannesburg flights.

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

    Theatre Royal, The Rocks Markets, and Sydney Opera House are currently the most popular points of interest in Sydney at the moment. Theatre Royal, The Rocks Markets, and Sydney Opera House can be accessed by travelling approximately 8.4 km, 9.6 km, and 9.9 km, respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Travellers can book a car rental at Sydney Kingsford Smith for about $58 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Auckland to Johannesburg flights?

    Auckland to Johannesburg flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Brisbane. Kigali follows Brisbane in terms of the least common stopover location on Auckland to Johannesburg flights. Hong Kong ranks third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on Auckland to Johannesburg flights.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Johannesburg (average of $1,275). Flying from Auckland to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,906). 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 8 airlines flying from Auckland to Johannesburg

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Auckland to Johannesburg. 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 4 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$956Average$2,229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapest$1,022Average$2,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,366Average$1,915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,661Average$2,036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,677Average$2,399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,849Average$2,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,947Average$2,336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,211Average$3,193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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