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Cheap flights from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from $1,313

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 13/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — JNB
6 Jul — 13 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in March or May, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Wellington to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wellington (WLG) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 1 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,162

One-way from

$1,313

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,252
14/8-9/9
  • 14/8-9/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 106h 00m total
  • Wellington to Johannesburg
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13/8
  • 13/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 55m total
  • Wellington to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($354 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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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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Cheapest flights from Wellington to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wellington to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 July 2025.

Thu 14/821:10WLG - JNB
2 stops55h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/911:20JNB - WLG
2 stops50h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6$2,162
Wed 13/814:35WLG - JNB
2 stops35h 40mEmirates
Wed 20/822:20JNB - WLG
2 stops30h 15mEmirates
Deal found 29/6$2,205
Fri 15/806:05WLG - JNB
1 stop20h 10mQantas Airways
Fri 22/818:45JNB - WLG
1 stop19h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/7$2,509

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Wellington 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 1 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Wellington

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OR Tambo

Route

Departure

Return

Price

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Thu 14/8

21:10-18:35

2 stops55h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/9

11:20-23:55

2 stops50h 35m

$2,162

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Wed 13/8

14:35-16:15

2 stops35h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/8

22:20-14:35

2 stops30h 15m

$2,205

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Fri 15/8

06:05-16:15

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/8

18:45-23:55

1 stop19h 10m

$2,509

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Wed 13/8

07:40-09:35

2 stops35h 55m

$1,313

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Wed 13/8

06:05-16:20

1 stop20h 15m

$1,639

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Deals found on 29/6

Best time to book a flight from Wellington to OR Tambo

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Wellington to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,157). Flying from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,605). 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 WLG to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Wellington 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 1 July 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at midday 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 1 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates and Qantas Airways from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
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Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
870 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wellington to OR Tambo. 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 Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    If you book a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Wellington, you will be flying from Wellington, which is the city’s only airport. Wellington (WLG) is located 5.3 km from the centre of Wellington. There are 0 flights from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 6 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Emirates, at $2,205, was found to be the cheapest airline from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Qantas Airways. Emirates is priced at 4% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights have a stopover in Sydney most often.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Sydney?

    Most Sydney visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Sydney Opera House, The Rocks Markets, and Theatre Royal. Sydney Opera House, The Rocks Markets and Theatre Royal are located about 9.9 km, 9.6 km, and 8.4 km, respectively from Sydney Kingsford Smith if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Sydney can rent a car from Sydney Kingsford Smith for about $60 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Of the flights from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Dubai.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,157). Flying from Wellington to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,605). 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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Fly from Wellington to OR Tambo on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Wellington to OR Tambo. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 1 July 2025.
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Top 6 airlines flying from Wellington to OR Tambo

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Wellington 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 1 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,630Average$1,940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,711Average$2,324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,891Average$2,182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,973Average$2,389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapest$2,111Average$2,369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,400Average$2,629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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