Cheap flights from Auckland to Johannesburg from $1,079

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 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — JNB
18 Feb — 25 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 19 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,885

One-way from

$1,086

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$2,365
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 13/3-1/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 78h 45m total
  • Auckland to Johannesburg
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 50m total
  • Auckland to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($397 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($90 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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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 19 January 2026.

Fri 13/315:15
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop38h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 1/519:50
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop40h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 18/1$1,885
Fri 24/723:55
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 14/813:45
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops24h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 17/1$1,892
Fri 21/814:10
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop38h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 31/819:50
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop30h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 17/1$1,955
Sun 8/311:20
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop42h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 3/513:45
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop32h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 18/1$1,993
Thu 20/810:10
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop42h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 31/819:50
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop30h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 17/1$1,998
Sun 8/311:20
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop42h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 29/413:45
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops24h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 18/1$2,000
Fri 22/514:10
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop38h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 29/513:45
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops24h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 17/1$2,003
Tue 1/909:00
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 22/919:50
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop30h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 17/1$2,005
Fri 6/301:15
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop39h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 14/319:55
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop40h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 18/1$2,029
Wed 4/319:15
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops47h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/311:00
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops45h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$2,047
Wed 19/823:55
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop52h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 31/819:50
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop30h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 17/1$2,066

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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 19 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Auckland to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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Johannesburg

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Fri 13/3

15:15-18:35

1 stop38h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

19:50-22:15

1 stop40h 25m

$1,885

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/3

16:10-18:35

2 stops37h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

11:00-00:25

2 stops50h 25m

$2,101

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Fri 13/3

06:10-07:25

2 stops36h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

11:20-18:00

2 stops44h 40m

$2,104

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Tue 24/3

14:55-07:25

1 stop27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

11:20-11:40

1 stop38h 20m

$2,109

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/3

11:20-18:35

1 stop42h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

13:45-00:35

2 stops24h 50m

$2,113

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Fri 12/6

13:25-07:40

1 stop28h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

11:20-09:50

1 stop36h 30m

$2,163

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Mon 18/5

19:05-07:40

2 stops46h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/5

11:20-11:40

1 stop38h 20m

$2,179

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Fri 12/6

14:10-18:35

1 stop38h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

13:45-00:35

2 stops24h 50m

$2,200

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Thu 14/5

22:15-02:20

2 stops38h 05m

$1,079

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sat 16/5

22:15-02:20

2 stops38h 05m

$1,079

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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 16 January 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Auckland to Johannesburg, 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 Auckland to Johannesburg?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Johannesburg (average of $1,300). Flying from Auckland to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,948). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Auckland to Johannesburg?

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 19 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, 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.

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

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 9 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 27h 30m. 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 $958. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by RwandAir and Singapore Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,050 and $1,416, 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 Singapore Airlines ($797), Etihad Airways ($913), and RwandAir ($967).

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

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

    Theatre Royal, Sydney Opera House, and The Rocks Markets are currently the most popular points of interest in Sydney at the moment. Theatre Royal, Sydney Opera House, and The Rocks Markets can be accessed by travelling approximately 8.4 km, 9.9 km, and 9.6 km, respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Travellers can book a car rental at Sydney Kingsford Smith for about $78 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for 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 $1,300). Flying from Auckland to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,948). 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 9 airlines flying from Auckland to Johannesburg

Discover the top 9 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 19 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$958Average$2,319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapest$1,050Average$2,081FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,416Average$1,927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,589Average$3,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,668Average$2,064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,731Average$2,431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,873Average$2,156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,000Average$2,392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$2,090Average$2,405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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