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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from $1,216

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 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — JNB
22 Aug — 29 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to OR Tambo

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 July 2026.

Thu 15/1011:10
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop43h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 22/1013:45
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops23h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 20/7$2,201
Tue 29/918:15
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops44h 45m
Qatar Airways
Tue 20/1014:05
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops47h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/7$2,225
Sun 16/817:45
AKL
-
JNB
3 stops53h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 1/914:05
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops47h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7$2,230
Fri 4/917:45
AKL
-
JNB
3 stops42h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/914:05
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops47h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7$2,249
Fri 16/1017:15
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops50h 55m
Qatar Airways
Tue 27/1013:45
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops47h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/7$2,254
Thu 19/1101:15
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop39h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 3/1213:40
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop36h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 19/7$2,258
Wed 26/813:25
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/914:05
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops47h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/7$2,261
Mon 17/817:45
AKL
-
JNB
3 stops53h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 24/814:05
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops47h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7$2,263
Thu 8/1000:55
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop29h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 24/1020:25
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop30h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 22/7$2,271
Mon 9/1115:15
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 16/1113:40
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop22h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 18/7$2,276
Thu 5/1117:45
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops32h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/1120:20
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops41h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/7$2,282
Sun 11/1011:10
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop43h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 19/1013:45
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops24h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 18/7$2,294

Find flight deals from New Zealand to OR Tambo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to OR Tambo flight deals. Data was last updated 23 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,201

One-way from

$1,216

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,505
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 15/10-22/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 66h 55m total
  • New Zealand to Johannesburg
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 55m total
  • New Zealand to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($339 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($89 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to OR Tambo 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 23 July 2026.
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AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Tue 15/9

23:55-19:20

1 stop29h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/10

13:45-00:45

2 stops24h 00m

$2,361

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Tue 1/9

13:50-16:15

2 stops36h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

22:20-16:25

2 stops32h 05m

$2,402

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Wed 12/8

06:00-16:15

2 stops44h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/11

22:20-14:55

2 stops29h 35m

$2,455

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sat 12/9

17:15-09:00

2 stops49h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/10

20:55-00:25

2 stops40h 30m

$2,459

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Fri 18/9

06:00-10:15

3 stops38h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/10

22:20-14:45

2 stops29h 25m

$2,464

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Tue 24/11

20:35-16:35

2 stops31h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/12

22:20-19:30

2 stops34h 10m

$2,464

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Mon 23/11

21:05-20:35

1 stop34h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/12

22:20-00:05

2 stops38h 45m

$2,465

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sat 12/9

20:30-05:30

1 stop43h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/10

13:30-15:05

2 stops38h 35m

$2,474

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Wed 16/9

20:30-16:15

1 stop29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/10

19:10-19:10

2 stops37h 00m

$2,476

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Tue 15/9

10:15-07:45

1 stop31h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/10

11:10-12:50

1 stop38h 40m

$2,481

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to OR Tambo

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $2,067). Flying from New Zealand to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,890). 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 far ahead should I book a flight from New Zealand to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The best time to book flights from New Zealand to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 73 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to 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 an airline for your flight to OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 23 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific from New Zealand to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport have to say. 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
1,576 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,576 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,576 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,632 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,576 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,421 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,576 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
South African
7.6
Good
63 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,576 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,067 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,576 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from New Zealand to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 29h 25m. Fly via Singapore Airlines, Emirates, or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from New Zealand to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 12162 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $740 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Singapore Airlines from $834 and RwandAir from $956 one-way.

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

    Most travellers choose Auckland Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Christchurch - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Wellington - Johannesburg OR Tambo when deciding on the best route from New Zealand to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $2,067). Flying from New Zealand to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,890). 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 New Zealand to OR Tambo

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to OR Tambo. 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 23 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RwandAirCheapest$1,038Average$2,558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,228Average$2,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,247Average$2,352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,425Average$2,514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,677Average$2,599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,677Average$2,045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,994Average$2,522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,374Average$3,083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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