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£395+ Cheap flights to OR Tambo

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 25/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— JNB
5 Aug — 12 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to OR Tambo in 2026

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Cheapest flights to OR Tambo Airport
Explore the most affordable flight options available to OR Tambo Airport. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 6 July 2026.

Thu 30/715:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop16h 05m
Condor
Wed 26/818:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop25h 10m
Condor
Deal found 4/7£458
Wed 29/719:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Condor
Tue 18/818:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop21h 05m
Condor
Deal found 2/7£459
Wed 19/819:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Condor
Wed 26/818:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop25h 10m
Condor
Deal found 5/7£460
Wed 21/1019:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Condor
Tue 3/1119:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop21h 20m
Condor
Deal found 3/7£461
Sun 13/919:35
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop34h 55m
Condor
Sun 20/918:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop21h 05m
Condor
Deal found 4/7£462
Sat 31/1015:35
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop14h 40m
Condor
Sun 6/1219:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop16h 05m
Condor
Deal found 2/7£463
Wed 21/1019:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Condor
Tue 27/1019:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop21h 05m
Condor
Deal found 5/7£464
Thu 24/918:25
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 30m
Kenya Airways
Thu 15/1001:15
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop16h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/7£466
Mon 6/719:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop34h 50m
Condor
Sun 26/718:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop25h 15m
Condor
Deal found 3/7£472
Wed 29/719:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Condor
Wed 26/818:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop25h 10m
Condor
Deal found 4/7£473
Thu 13/810:20
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Condor
Wed 26/818:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop25h 10m
Condor
Deal found 5/7£475
Thu 24/917:35
STN
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 16/1018:00
JNB
-
STN
1 stop16h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/7£490

Find flight deals to OR Tambo Airport

Find the latest flights to OR Tambo in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 6 July 2026.

Return from

£458

One-way from

£395

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£899

Good round-trip deal

£695 or less

Good one-way deal

£506 or less
Condor
  • Condor
  • 30/7-26/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 15m total
  • London to Johannesburg
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25/11
  • 25/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 26h 50m total
  • London to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£88 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£22 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Return

Price

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LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 13/9

19:35-07:30

1 stop34h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

18:35-14:40

1 stop21h 05m

£462

LondonJohannesburg

SEN - JNB

SENJNB

London Southend

Sun 6/9

07:25-08:20

2 stops23h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

09:45-13:00

2 stops28h 15m

£549

LondonJohannesburg

LTN - JNB

LTNJNB

London Luton

Sun 6/9

06:05-08:20

2 stops25h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

09:45-19:25

2 stops34h 40m

£552

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sat 29/8

10:20-07:50

1 stop20h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

18:35-14:40

1 stop21h 05m

£586

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 24/9

20:35-08:15

2 stops34h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

19:35-10:55

1 stop16h 20m

£592

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Wed 16/9

17:35-09:40

2 stops39h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/10

13:30-22:25

2 stops33h 55m

£597

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Thu 5/11

17:20-09:40

2 stops38h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/2

13:30-16:20

2 stops28h 50m

£598

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Wed 23/9

17:45-09:40

2 stops38h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/10

13:30-22:10

2 stops33h 40m

£601

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Wed 23/9

17:45-09:40

2 stops38h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/10

13:30-16:40

2 stops28h 10m

£601

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 24/9

07:30-09:40

2 stops25h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/10

13:30-22:25

2 stops33h 55m

£607

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

How long is the flight to OR Tambo?

On average, a flight from London to OR Tambo takes 15 hours 36 minutes. Flights to OR Tambo from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to OR Tambo

The most flights from London to OR Tambo are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to OR Tambo?

The most popular airlines flying from London to OR Tambo are British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Ethiopian Air.

British Airways
British Airways
From £470
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From £423
Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From £564
KLM
KLM
From £388

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to OR Tambo?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to OR Tambo are British Airways, Condor and Air Algerie.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in OR Tambo ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit OR Tambo when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to OR Tambo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to OR Tambo?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to OR Tambo, you should look to book at least 78 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.

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 6 July 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines serving South Africa, such as RwandAir,Virgin Atlantic, andEthiopian Air. 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.
RwandAir
7.8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
RwandAir
7.8
Good
42 reviews
RwandAir
7.8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
691 reviews
RwandAir
7.8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,008 reviews
RwandAir
7.8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Kenya Airways
6.7
Okay
309 reviews
RwandAir
7.8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,096 reviews
RwandAir
7.8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

FAQs about flying to OR Tambo

After massive upgrades for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport is vastly different to the disorganised airport of only a few years ago. South Africa’s main hub and Africa’s busiest airport, it processes nearly 18 million passengers each year from destinations around the world and is the point of entry for nearly every visitor to South Africa.

Many flights to OR Tambo Airport come from other parts of Africa, including Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth, Bloemfontein, George, Maputo, Harare and Gabarone. However, there are also regular flights from major international destinations such as London, Paris, Cairo, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Dubai, Madrid, Athens, Mumbai, Sydney, Singapore, Bangkok, Lisbon and Istanbul.

As the gateway to the wonders of South Africa, including nearby Kruger National Park and the historic townships of Alexandra and Soweto, Johannesburg’s improved airport gets high marks for service. The spacious terminals are perfectly adequate for a long stopover.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to OR Tambo if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to OR Tambo on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to OR Tambo?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Etihad Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to OR Tambo.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in OR Tambo?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in OR Tambo. One-way flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo typically cost £30, while return flights cost around £74.

  • How much is a return flight to OR Tambo?

    A return flight to OR Tambo will typically cost around £140, however they can be found for as little as £74.

  • Where does the fastest flight to OR Tambo depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to OR Tambo, London offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Johannesburg OR Tambo have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Johannesburg OR Tambo can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Yes. Johannesburg OR Tambo has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Protea Hotel by Marriott Transit O.R. Tambo Airport is the closest property to Johannesburg OR Tambo (0.0 mi away from Johannesburg OR Tambo).

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