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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town from £51

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 17/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CPT
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 December 2025.

Thu 25/1206:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Sat 27/1205:45CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Deal found 22/12£140
Thu 25/1216:00JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mLift
Mon 29/1209:30CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mLift
Deal found 22/12£141
Wed 31/1220:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Thu 8/119:50CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Deal found 21/12£143
Wed 31/1220:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Wed 7/120:55CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Deal found 21/12£149
Tue 23/1206:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mLift
Wed 31/1219:00CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mLift
Deal found 21/12£150
Fri 26/1205:55JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Fri 26/1220:40CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Deal found 22/12£154
Wed 31/1220:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/117:25CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/12£160
Wed 24/1220:05JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Sat 27/1205:45CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Deal found 21/12£164
Tue 23/1208:55JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Tue 6/121:05CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Deal found 22/12£173
Sat 27/1209:25JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1219:50CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12£173
Tue 23/1207:00HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Tue 6/107:20CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Deal found 22/12£188
Wed 24/1205:55HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Sat 27/1219:50CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 21/12£194

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 23 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£95

One-way from

£51

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£155
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 21/1-25/1
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Cape Town
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Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 17/1
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Cape Town
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£4 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgCape Town

HLA - CPT

HLACPT

Johannesburg Lanseria

Wed 21/1

16:45-19:00

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/1

19:50-22:05

Nonstop2h 15m

£95

JohannesburgCape Town

HLA - CPT

HLACPT

Johannesburg Lanseria

Mon 19/1

15:40-18:00

Nonstop2h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/1

07:20-09:25

Nonstop2h 05m

£98

JohannesburgCape Town

HLA - CPT

HLACPT

Johannesburg Lanseria

Wed 21/1

16:45-19:00

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/1

09:05-11:20

Nonstop2h 15m

£98

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

16:25-18:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/1

06:05-08:10

Nonstop2h 05m

£101

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

20:35-22:50

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/1

06:05-08:10

Nonstop2h 05m

£101

JohannesburgCape Town

HLA - CPT

HLACPT

Johannesburg Lanseria

Thu 26/2

05:55-08:15

Nonstop2h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/3

06:20-08:25

Nonstop2h 05m

£101

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

20:35-22:50

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/5

09:55-12:00

Nonstop2h 05m

£106

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

10:25-12:40

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/3

06:05-08:10

Nonstop2h 05m

£106

JohannesburgCape Town

HLA - CPT

HLACPT

Johannesburg Lanseria

Mon 19/1

15:40-18:00

Nonstop2h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/1

09:05-11:20

Nonstop2h 15m

£107

JohannesburgCape Town

HLA - CPT

HLACPT

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sat 10/1

11:40-13:55

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 17/1

07:20-09:25

Nonstop2h 05m

£107

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town is 87 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town (average of £37). Flying from Johannesburg to Cape Town in November is currently the most expensive (average of £63). 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 JNB to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 December 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johannesburg to Cape Town in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 11% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 20 December 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Sunday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Explore weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 23 December 2025.

The most flights from ZA1 to CPT are scheduled on a Tuesday (110 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (54 on average).

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 100 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Cape Town flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Cape Town flights?

Over the past year, FlySafair have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 23 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink, FlySafair, andSouth African from Johannesburg to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
83 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.9

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
83 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
83 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.9

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
FlySafair
8.2
Very Good
119 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
83 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.9

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
South African
7.5
Good
50 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
83 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.9

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Cape Town. 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 into for flights to Cape Town from Johannesburg?

    Located just 9.7 mi from the city center, Cape Town Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cape Town from Johannesburg. Booking flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town Intl (CPT) should be relatively easy as there are 81 daily inbound flights from Johannesburg from 6 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

    Departing from Johannesburg to Cape Town will take you 2h 15m. There are 786 mi between Johannesburg and Cape Town. All flights are typically direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Cape Town round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town round-trip from £37. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are South African, from £55, and Airlink, from £56. These flights start at 66% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Cape Town one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with FlySafair, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £31. Lift flights start at £33 while deals on Cemair start at £39 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

    Before booking your flight to Cape Town from Johannesburg, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Kenya Airways (85%), Emirates (84%), Egyptair( 83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town? While on average our users pay £149, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £41. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cape Town Intl), is priced around £92.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Cape Town 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 Johannesburg to Cape Town?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town (average of £37). Flying from Johannesburg to Cape Town in November is currently the most expensive (average of £63). 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 Johannesburg to Cape Town

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town. 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 23 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CemairCheapest£37Average£240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapest£66Average£124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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LiftCheapest£69Average£116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapest£71Average£92FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlySafairCheapest£79Average£116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlexFlightCheapest£92Average£123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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