Cheap flights from South Island to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from $2,118

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — JNB
2 Jan — 9 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Island to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 December 2025.

Thu 4/1215:55CHC - JNB
2 stops39h 40mEmirates
Thu 11/1210:25JNB - CHC
2 stops41h 30mEmirates
Deal found 3/12$3,453
Thu 4/1218:50CHC - JNB
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1220:20JNB - CHC
3 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$3,837

Find flight deals from South Island to OR Tambo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Island to OR Tambo flight deals. Data was last updated 3 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,118
10/4-13/9
  • 10/4-13/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 87h 55m total
  • South Island to Johannesburg

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Island 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 3 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Island to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

South Island

Fly to

OR Tambo

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Fri 10/4

06:45-18:35

2 stops45h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

11:20-15:25

2 stops42h 05m

$2,118

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sat 4/4

16:50-05:30

2 stops47h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

19:10-00:10

2 stops43h 00m

$2,310

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Fri 10/4

10:50-18:35

1 stop41h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

13:45-09:30

1 stop33h 45m

$2,313

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Fri 10/4

06:20-10:15

3 stops37h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

19:10-12:55

2 stops31h 45m

$2,346

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Fri 16/1

14:00-15:35

2 stops36h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

20:30-00:20

2 stops40h 50m

$2,542

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Fri 16/1

16:20-15:00

2 stops33h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

17:30-23:55

1 stop19h 25m

$2,617

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sat 4/4

08:00-06:10

2 stops33h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

13:45-09:30

1 stop33h 45m

$3,055

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 2/12

Best time to book a flight from South Island to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Island to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,519). Flying from South Island to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,878). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EDG to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from South Island to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 December 2025.

When flying from South Island to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 19% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Island to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Island to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 3 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Island to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andAir New Zealand. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from South Island to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Departing from South Island to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport will take you 41h 45m. The distance between South Island and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 11450 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 to fly from South Island to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $764 on Singapore Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from $977 and Qantas Airways from $1,013 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Island to OR Tambo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Island to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Island 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 South Island to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,519). Flying from South Island to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,878). 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 6 airlines flying from South Island to OR Tambo

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$924Average$2,439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,689Average$2,059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,699Average$2,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,798Average$2,784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,019Average$2,518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,356Average$2,697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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