Cheap flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg from £41

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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — JNB
20 Nov — 27 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Johannesburg are usually found in May or February, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Johannesburg (ZA1). 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 21 October 2025.

Round-trip from

£82

One-way from

£41

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£124
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 9/2-12/2
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Cape Town to Johannesburg
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 19/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 05m total
  • Cape Town to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£7 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£3 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 October 2025.

Thu 30/1006:20CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Sat 8/1116:45HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 20/10£112
Wed 26/1105:45CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Fri 28/1120:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 18/10£115
Wed 29/1007:20CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Tue 11/1116:45HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 20/10£116
Fri 28/1120:40CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Sun 30/1106:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Deal found 18/10£116
Fri 31/1006:20CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Sat 8/1116:45HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 20/10£116
Wed 29/1020:55CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1107:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/10£116
Thu 6/1118:25CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Mon 10/1120:35JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mAirlink
Deal found 20/10£118
Wed 29/1007:20CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Wed 12/1107:00HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 20/10£121
Fri 31/1020:55CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1107:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/10£121
Mon 24/1119:50CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Thu 27/1111:30HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 19/10£122
Sat 25/1006:05CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Sun 26/1020:35JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mAirlink
Deal found 19/10£123
Mon 24/1106:15CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Thu 27/1120:05JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 19/10£124

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Cape Town

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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

07:00-09:05

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

20:35-22:50

Nonstop2h 15m

£83

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

06:05-08:10

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

20:35-22:50

Nonstop2h 15m

£86

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

15:20-17:25

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

20:35-22:50

Nonstop2h 15m

£86

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/1

15:20-17:25

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

20:35-22:50

Nonstop2h 15m

£108

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - HLA

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 24/11

19:50-22:05

Nonstop2h 15m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Thu 27/11

11:30-13:45

Nonstop2h 15m

£122

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - HLA

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 31/10

19:50-22:05

Nonstop2h 15m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Wed 12/11

07:00-09:15

Nonstop2h 15m

£125

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - HLA

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/11

19:50-22:05

Nonstop2h 15m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Mon 10/11

16:55-22:00

1 stop5h 05m

£127

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - HLA

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 31/10

19:50-22:05

Nonstop2h 15m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sun 9/11

07:00-09:15

Nonstop2h 15m

£130

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/1

16:00-18:00

Nonstop2h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

06:30-08:40

Nonstop2h 10m

£144

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - HLA

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/11

17:10-21:05

1 stop3h 55m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Mon 10/11

16:55-22:00

1 stop5h 05m

£159

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 17 October 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 73 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 Cape Town to Johannesburg?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg (average of £40). Flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg in October is currently the most expensive (average of £61). 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 CPT to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 October 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 51% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 19 October 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Explore weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Johannesburg. 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 21 October 2025.

The most flights from CPT to ZA1 are scheduled on a Monday (106 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (78 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 21 October 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Airlink, FlySafair, andSouth African from Cape Town to Johannesburg have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.9

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
8.4
Very Good

Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.9

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

Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.9

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

Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.9

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 from for flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg. You should not have trouble finding flights to Johannesburg from Cape Town Intl; the airport handles an average of 90 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the Cape Town airport to Johannesburg. It is only a 9.7 mi journey to Cape Town Intl (CPT) from Cape Town’s city center.

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

    Airlink and FlySafair can get you from Cape Town to Johannesburg in just under 2h 05m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Cape Town and Johannesburg are separated by a distance of 790 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg round-trip from £37. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are South African, from £65, and Lift, from £67. Cemair is 65% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    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 Cape Town to Johannesburg on time: Emirates (97%), LATAM Airlines (96%), Kenya Airways (95%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £38. While the most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo) can be booked for £241 on average, our data indicates £145 when flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg (average of £40). Flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg in October is currently the most expensive (average of £61). 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 Cape Town to Johannesburg

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CemairCheapest£37Average£162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapest£65Average£137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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LiftCheapest£67Average£116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlySafairCheapest£71Average£104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapest£80Average£86FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlexFlightCheapest£117Average£127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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