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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — JNB
9 Nov — 16 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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

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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 10 October 2025.

Tue 11/1120:25CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Mon 17/1121:20JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mSouth African
Deal found 8/10£82
Tue 11/1120:25CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Fri 14/1112:20JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mSouth African
Deal found 9/10£91
Wed 29/1018:25CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Sat 1/1110:25JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mAirlink
Deal found 10/10£95
Wed 19/1118:25CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Sat 22/1107:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mAirlink
Deal found 8/10£100
Tue 4/1115:20CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Tue 11/1107:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mAirlink
Deal found 8/10£102
Wed 12/1118:25CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Sat 22/1107:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mAirlink
Deal found 9/10£109
Sat 13/1219:40CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/120:35JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/10£110
Fri 31/1020:25CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Sun 2/1107:10JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mSouth African
Deal found 8/10£111
Fri 12/1220:55CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/120:35JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/10£113
Sat 13/1221:05CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/107:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/10£115
Sat 13/1219:50CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Mon 12/116:40JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Deal found 8/10£116
Thu 13/1110:05CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Thu 13/1117:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mSouth African
Deal found 9/10£117

Cheap 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 10 October 2025.

Round-trip from

£83

One-way from

£41

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£125

Good round-trip deal

£121 or less

Good one-way deal

£44 or less
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 6/3-8/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Cape Town to Johannesburg
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Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 6/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 05m total
  • Cape Town to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£7 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£3 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 10 October 2025.
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OR Tambo

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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

Thu 19/3

06:05-08:10

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

15:05-17:20

Nonstop2h 15m

£90

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/1

07:00-09:05

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

12:20-14:35

Nonstop2h 15m

£110

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

15:20-17:25

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/11

20:35-22:50

Nonstop2h 15m

£120

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

15:20-17:25

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/11

07:30-09:45

Nonstop2h 15m

£120

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 27/11

07:00-09:05

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/11

07:30-09:45

Nonstop2h 15m

£122

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/3

06:05-08:10

Nonstop2h 05m

£41

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/3

15:20-17:25

Nonstop2h 05m

£41

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/2

15:20-17:25

Nonstop2h 05m

£42

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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

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 3 October 2025.

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 74 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £44). Flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of £64). 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 10 October 2025.

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 64% 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 5 October 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday 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.

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

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 10 October 2025.
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.
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
79 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.5

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
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
79 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
79 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.5

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
FlySafair
8.2
Very Good
114 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
79 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.5

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
South African
7.5
Good
46 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
79 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.0

Overall

8.5

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to OR Tambo. 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 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 82 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 6 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 Cemair is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with prices starting at £38. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by South African and Lift, with the lowest prices starting at £63 and £68, respectively. Cemair is priced at 65% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    Consider Emirates (98%), LATAM Airlines (97%) or Kenya Airways (95%) 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 £192, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £36. When looking at the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay £91 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £44). Flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of £64). 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 OR Tambo

Discover the top 6 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 10 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CemairCheapest£38Average£193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapest£63Average£152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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LiftCheapest£68Average£119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlySafairCheapest£78Average£109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapest£80Average£86FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlexFlightCheapest£118Average£128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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