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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Johannesburg from $1,040

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
23 Mar — 30 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2026.

Mon 16/314:55
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 23/311:00
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop35h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 18/2$1,832
Sun 8/308:30
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Qantas Airways
Sun 3/522:30
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop19h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 20/2$1,835
Sun 8/308:30
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Qantas Airways
Wed 29/418:45
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop18h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/2$1,838
Mon 9/306:00
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 00m
Qantas Airways
Tue 31/322:30
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop19h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 20/2$1,842
Thu 12/306:05
WLG
-
JNB
1 stop19h 55m
Qantas Airways
Mon 16/317:30
JNB
-
WLG
1 stop19h 20m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/2$1,842
Wed 11/314:55
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/311:00
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops50h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,854
Tue 17/306:10
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops36h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/311:00
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop35h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/2$1,860
Fri 15/523:55
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 14/613:45
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop22h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 21/2$1,885
Fri 8/510:10
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop42h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 15/519:50
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop26h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 17/2$1,889
Thu 26/306:10
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops36h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 19/411:20
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops45h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,892
Thu 12/310:45
WLG
-
JNB
2 stops31h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/311:00
JNB
-
WLG
2 stops41h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,927
Tue 9/621:00
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops31h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 7/719:50
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops31h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 20/2$2,060

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Johannesburg

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Johannesburg flight deals. Data was last updated 21 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,832

One-way from

$1,040

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,880
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 16/3-23/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 63h 10m total
  • New Zealand to Johannesburg
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RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 14/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 05m total
  • New Zealand to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($353 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($83 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand 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 21 February 2026.
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AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Mon 18/5

06:00-16:25

1 stop20h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/5

22:30-04:05

1 stop19h 35m

$1,835

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Thu 12/3

06:05-15:00

1 stop19h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

17:30-23:50

1 stop19h 20m

$1,842

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/3

08:30-18:50

1 stop21h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

18:45-22:55

1 stop18h 10m

$1,857

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/3

08:30-18:50

1 stop21h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

22:30-04:05

1 stop19h 35m

$1,857

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Fri 15/5

09:40-20:05

1 stop20h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

22:30-04:05

1 stop19h 35m

$1,895

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Thu 12/3

10:45-07:25

2 stops31h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

11:00-15:20

2 stops41h 20m

$1,927

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Mon 4/5

06:45-16:25

1 stop19h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

18:45-22:55

1 stop18h 10m

$1,929

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Thu 7/5

06:15-16:25

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

22:30-04:05

1 stop19h 35m

$1,929

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/3

14:55-07:25

1 stop27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

11:20-12:50

1 stop38h 30m

$1,936

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Tue 5/5

13:25-07:45

1 stop28h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

11:10-11:50

1 stop38h 40m

$1,937

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Johannesburg

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Johannesburg?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Johannesburg (average of $1,258). Flying from New Zealand to Johannesburg in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,726). 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 21 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Emirates, andCathay Pacific from New Zealand to Johannesburg by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,524 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,176 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
996 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
South African
7.4
Good
55 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to Johannesburg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Johannesburg?

    Airlines like Qantas Airways, Emirates, and Singapore Airlines fly from New Zealand to Johannesburg in about 20h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 21h 30m. There are 12162 km between New Zealand and Johannesburg. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $722 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Singapore Airlines from $775 and RwandAir from $934 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Johannesburg?

    The most popular route from New Zealand to Johannesburg is Auckland Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo. You may also consider Christchurch - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Wellington - Johannesburg OR Tambo.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Johannesburg?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand 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 New Zealand to Johannesburg?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Johannesburg (average of $1,258). Flying from New Zealand to Johannesburg in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,726). 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 New Zealand to Johannesburg

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand 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 21 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$875Average$2,302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapest$1,013Average$2,018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,078Average$2,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,366Average$2,243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,650Average$2,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,661Average$2,478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,834Average$2,087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,928Average$2,429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,193Average$3,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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