Cheap flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from £48
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 23/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — JNB
10 Apr — 17 Apr1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in May or June, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 March 2026.
Wed 7/1006:05
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Sat 10/1007:30
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 7/3£95
Sun 4/1006:05
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Sat 10/1016:20
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 8/3£97
Wed 11/319:00
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Lift
Mon 16/314:00
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 10m
Lift
Deal found 9/3£98
Mon 22/606:05
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Tue 30/616:20
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 5/3£99
Thu 25/618:25
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Thu 9/720:35
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 8/3£100
Sun 26/706:05
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Wed 19/817:40
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 9/3£100
Thu 31/1207:00
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Tue 5/112:20
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 10/3£102
Wed 1/718:25
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Tue 7/707:30
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 6/3£103
Fri 21/818:25
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Sun 23/820:35
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 9/3£103
Sat 18/421:05
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
FlySafair
Sun 19/407:05
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 20m
FlySafair
Deal found 8/3£105
Best flights from Cape Town to OR Tambo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cape Town to OR Tambo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 11 March 2026.
Sat 9/509:55
CPT
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JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Sun 10/507:30
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 6/3£126
Tue 19/506:05
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Thu 21/516:25
JNB
-
CPT
1 stop3h 30m
Airlink
Deal found 6/3£168
Wed 8/707:00
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Sun 12/711:45
JNB
-
CPT
1 stop3h 30m
Airlink
Deal found 10/3£170
Direct flights from Cape Town to OR Tambo
Explore direct flight options from Cape Town to OR Tambo based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 11 March 2026.
Fri 24/707:00
CPT
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JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Fri 31/717:40
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 7/3£96
Mon 22/606:05
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Tue 30/616:20
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 5/3£99
Thu 25/618:25
CPT
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JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Thu 9/720:35
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 8/3£100
Sun 26/706:05
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Wed 19/817:40
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 9/3£100
Wed 3/607:00
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Wed 3/620:35
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 9/3£102
Wed 1/718:25
CPT
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JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Tue 7/707:30
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 6/3£103
Fri 21/818:25
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Sun 23/820:35
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 9/3£103
Sat 18/421:05
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
FlySafair
Sun 19/407:05
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 20m
FlySafair
Deal found 8/3£105
Fri 12/606:05
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Sat 20/610:25
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 9/3£109
Last-minute flights from Cape Town to OR Tambo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Cape Town to OR Tambo. Data last updated 11 March 2026 and is based on user searches.
Wed 11/319:00
CPT
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JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Lift
Mon 16/314:00
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 10m
Lift
Deal found 9/3£98
Wed 11/319:00
CPT
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JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Lift
Sat 14/316:00
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 10m
Lift
Deal found 8/3£111
Thu 12/319:00
CPT
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JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Lift
Sun 15/307:00
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 10m
Lift
Deal found 7/3£102
Fri 13/307:00
CPT
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JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Mon 16/317:40
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 10/3£119
Sat 14/321:05
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
FlySafair
Wed 18/320:30
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
FlySafair
Deal found 8/3£96
Fri 20/318:25
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Mon 23/320:35
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 8/3£113
Sat 21/307:00
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Lift
Sun 12/408:00
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 10m
Lift
Deal found 6/3£115
Sat 18/421:05
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
FlySafair
Sun 19/407:05
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 20m
FlySafair
Deal found 8/3£105
Mon 20/409:00
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Mon 27/417:40
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 6/3£124
Wed 22/406:15
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
FlySafair
Sun 10/508:40
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
FlySafair
Deal found 6/3£106
One-way flights from Cape Town to OR Tambo
Search for one-way flight options from Cape Town to OR Tambo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 11 March 2026.
Sun 23/806:05
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 8/3£48
Tue 30/618:25
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 6/3£49
Wed 1/718:25
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 6/3£51
Mon 1/609:00
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 10/3£54
Thu 19/307:00
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 9/3£55
Mon 20/409:00
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 6/3£57
Fri 17/420:40
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
FlySafair
Deal found 8/3£57
Sun 24/507:00
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Lift
Deal found 9/3£58
Thu 19/310:05
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
South African
Deal found 10/3£59
Sat 13/615:20
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 10/3£60
Find flight deals from Cape Town to OR Tambo
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) 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 11 March 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 11 March 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey
Cape TownJohannesburg
CPT - JNB
CPTJNB
Cape Town Intl
Sat 9/5
09:55-12:00
Nonstop2h 05m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 10/5
07:30-09:45
Nonstop2h 15m
£126
Cape TownJohannesburg
CPT - JNB
CPTJNB
Cape Town Intl
Tue 19/5
06:05-08:10
Nonstop2h 05m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 21/5
16:25-19:55
1 stop3h 30m
£168
Cape TownJohannesburg
CPT - JNB
CPTJNB
Cape Town Intl
Wed 8/7
07:00-09:05
Nonstop2h 05m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 12/7
11:45-15:15
1 stop3h 30m
£170
Cheapest one-way
Cape TownJohannesburg
CPT - JNB
CPTJNB
Cape Town Intl
Tue 18/8
18:25-20:30
Nonstop2h 05m
£51
Cape TownJohannesburg
CPT - JNB
CPTJNB
Cape Town Intl
Mon 20/4
09:00-11:05
Nonstop2h 05m
£57
Cape TownJohannesburg
CPT - JNB
CPTJNB
Cape Town Intl
Sat 13/6
09:55-12:00
Nonstop2h 05m
£57
Fastest single journey
Cape TownJohannesburg
CPT - JNB
CPTJNB
Cape Town Intl
Tue 24/3
07:00-09:00
Nonstop2h 00m
£90
Cape TownJohannesburg
CPT - JNB
CPTJNB
Cape Town Intl
Fri 3/4
19:00-21:00
Nonstop2h 00m
£102
Cape TownJohannesburg
CPT - JNB
CPTJNB
Cape Town Intl
Sun 12/4
15:20-17:25
Nonstop2h 05m
£109
Cape TownJohannesburg
CPT - JNB
CPTJNB
Cape Town Intl
Thu 2/4
16:00-18:00
Nonstop2h 00m
£118
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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to OR Tambo
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 6 March 2026.
The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 90 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 Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £47). Flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of £58). 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 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 11 March 2026.
It’s optimal to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 57% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 21 February 2026.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Friday evenings 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 OR Tambo Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Cape Town to OR Tambo. 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 11 March 2026.
The most flights from CPT to JNB are scheduled on a Monday (119 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (54 on average).
How often are flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg delayed?
About 8% of weekly flights between Cape Town and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 101 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Cape Town to Johannesburg flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening 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 Cape Town to Johannesburg flights?
Over the past year, Airlink have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 4% of flights being delayed.
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 11 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink,FlySafair, andSouth African
from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. 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.
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 OR Tambo?
For a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is just 9.7 mi from the center of the city. Cape Town Intl is the only Cape Town airport and it handles 91 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 4 airlines have flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Cape Town Intl on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
There are many flights that can get you from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 2h 05m. Fly via Airlink to get the fastest option. The distance between Cape Town and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 790 mi. All flights are typically direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?
Flying on Airlink is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with prices starting at £49. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by South African and Lift, with the lowest prices starting at £62 and £64, respectively. Airlink is priced at 55% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with FlySafair, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £34. Lift flights start at £37 while deals on South African start at £38 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Consider LATAM Airlines (94%), Kenya Airways (94%) or Airlink (92%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
While on average a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally £124, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £42. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay £182 for that flight.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to OR Tambo?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town 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 Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £47). Flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of £58). 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.
Explore flights to OR Tambo departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 11 March 2026.
Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 11 March 2026.
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