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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town from £42

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 25/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CPT
7 Mar — 14 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 February 2026.

Mon 18/516:20
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Tue 19/506:05
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 2/2£86
Thu 26/1120:35
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Mon 30/1106:05
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 2/2£87
Tue 23/612:20
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Fri 3/718:25
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 2/2£88
Fri 28/820:35
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Mon 31/806:05
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 5/2£90
Wed 2/920:35
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Sat 5/906:05
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 2/2£91
Wed 6/517:40
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Sat 16/506:05
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 5/2£94
Thu 27/810:25
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Mon 31/809:00
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 5/2£94
Tue 5/512:20
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Sat 9/506:05
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 5/2£95
Mon 2/321:20
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
South African
Mon 16/320:25
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Deal found 5/2£96
Wed 11/320:30
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
South African
Wed 18/311:05
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Deal found 2/2£96
Fri 15/517:40
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Mon 18/509:00
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 3/2£99
Wed 11/220:30
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/220:25
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2£100

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 5 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£86

One-way from

£42

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£102

Good round-trip deal

£94 or less

Good one-way deal

£44 or less
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  • Airlink
  • 18/5-19/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Cape Town
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  • Airlink
  • 25/6
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Cape Town
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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Cape Town 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 5 February 2026.
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OR Tambo

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Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/6

20:35-22:50

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/6

09:00-11:05

Nonstop2h 05m

£90

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

16:20-18:35

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/6

18:25-20:30

Nonstop2h 05m

£91

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

15:05-17:20

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 4/7

15:20-17:25

Nonstop2h 05m

£91

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

17:40-19:55

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

09:00-11:05

Nonstop2h 05m

£100

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

17:40-19:55

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/4

06:05-08:10

Nonstop2h 05m

£130

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

06:30-08:40

Nonstop2h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/7

10:00-12:00

Nonstop2h 00m

£142

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

20:35-22:50

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/4

06:05-08:10

Nonstop2h 05m

£144

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

15:05-17:20

Nonstop2h 15m

£43

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/6

07:30-09:45

Nonstop2h 15m

£43

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

17:40-19:55

Nonstop2h 15m

£43

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Cape Town

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 30 January 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 88 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town (average of £42). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of £72). 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 OR Tambo 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 5 February 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 7% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 31 January 2026.

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town?

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 5 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Airlink, FlySafair, andSouth African from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.4
Very Good
81 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.9

Food

7.9

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

6.3

Boarding

8.2

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
8.4
Very Good
81 reviews
Airlink
8.4
Very Good
81 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.9

Food

7.9

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

6.3

Boarding

8.2

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
124 reviews
Airlink
8.4
Very Good
81 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.9

Food

7.9

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

6.3

Boarding

8.2

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
7.3
Good
52 reviews
Airlink
8.4
Very Good
81 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.9

Food

7.9

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

6.3

Boarding

8.2

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 9.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cape Town. 6 airlines have flights to Cape Town Intl from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis. Booking flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cape Town Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 92 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day.

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

    For as low as £90, Airlink can have you in Cape Town from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 2h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 790 mi. All flights are typically direct.

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

    Cemair, at £36, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Airlink and South African. These flights start at 66% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 £33. Lift flights start at £33 while deals on Cemair start at £39 one-way.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town on time: GOL (94%), Kenya Airways (91%), SWISS (89%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town? While on average our users pay £77, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £27. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cape Town Intl), is priced around £100.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town (average of £42). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of £72). 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 OR Tambo to Cape Town on these airlines

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Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 5 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CemairCheapest£36Average£215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapest£54Average£89FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapest£55Average£105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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LiftCheapest£61Average£111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlySafairCheapest£75Average£112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlexFlightCheapest£84Average£134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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