How often are flights from Johannesburg to Richards Bay delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Richards Bay have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 78 minutes.

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 Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Richards Bay flights?

Over the past year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay?

Airlines like Airlink fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay in about 1h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay is about 297 mi. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay round-trip?

Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay is Airlink. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £85 on this airline. Airlink is 27% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay

The most flights from JNB to RCB are scheduled on a Thursday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay?

The cheapest flight price from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay is £45. On average you can expect to pay £54. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Richards Bay), can usually be booked for £188.

What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay?

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 Richards Bay on time: KLM (72%), Air France (70%), Turkish Airlines (68%).

What airport do you fly into for flights to Richards Bay from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

For a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Richards Bay, you will be flying into Richards Bay. Richards Bay (RCB) is just 4.4 mi from the center of the city. Richards Bay is the only Richards Bay airport and it handles 4 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 1 airline has flights to Richards Bay from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.

Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Richards Bay that include hotel bookings?

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

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Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay flights typically cost between £95 and £165 in December. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was £89 on Airlink (3 Dec-10 Dec).

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Richards Bay are usually found in March or February, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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Average price	£127
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Richards Bay
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Richards Bay. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 October 2025.

Wed 3/1216:00JNB - RCB

Nonstop1h 10mAirlink

Wed 10/1217:50RCB - JNB

Nonstop1h 10mAirlink

Deal found 16/10£89

Wed 10/1210:35JNB - RCB

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Wed 10/1217:50RCB - JNB

Nonstop1h 10mAirlink

Deal found 16/10£92

Mon 10/1106:30JNB - RCB

Nonstop1h 10mAirlink

Thu 13/1112:25RCB - JNB

Nonstop1h 10mAirlink

Deal found 15/10£111

Wed 15/1016:00JNB - RCB

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Wed 22/1012:25RCB - JNB

Nonstop1h 10mAirlink

Deal found 15/10£120

Fri 31/1016:00JNB - RCB

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Tue 4/1112:25RCB - JNB

Nonstop1h 10mAirlink

Deal found 16/10£150

Sat 1/1110:35JNB - RCB

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Wed 5/1112:25RCB - JNB

Nonstop1h 10mAirlink

Deal found 17/10£159

Fri 17/1016:00JNB - RCB

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Tue 4/1112:25RCB - JNB

Nonstop1h 10mAirlink

Deal found 16/10£168

Fri 24/1010:35JNB - RCB

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Sun 26/1017:50RCB - JNB

Nonstop1h 10mAirlink

Deal found 16/10£206

Sat 18/1010:35JNB - RCB

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Sat 25/1012:25RCB - JNB

Nonstop1h 10mAirlink

Deal found 15/10£224

Tue 21/1010:35JNB - RCB

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Tue 28/1012:25RCB - JNB

Nonstop1h 10mAirlink

Deal found 17/10£241

Best flights from OR Tambo to Richards Bay
Discover carefully curated flight deals from OR Tambo to Richards Bay that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 17 October 2025.

Wed 3/1216:00JNB - RCB

Nonstop1h 10mAirlink

Wed 10/1217:50RCB - JNB

Nonstop1h 10mAirlink

Deal found 16/10£89

Wed 10/1210:35JNB - RCB

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Wed 10/1217:50RCB - JNB

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Deal found 16/10£92

Wed 10/1210:35JNB - RCB

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Thu 11/1217:50RCB - JNB

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Deal found 16/10£92

Mon 10/1106:30JNB - RCB

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Thu 13/1112:25RCB - JNB

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Deal found 15/10£111

Fri 31/1016:00JNB - RCB

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Tue 4/1112:25RCB - JNB

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Deal found 16/10£150

Sat 1/1110:35JNB - RCB

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Wed 5/1112:25RCB - JNB

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Deal found 17/10£159

Direct flights from OR Tambo to Richards Bay
Explore direct flight options from OR Tambo to Richards Bay based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 17 October 2025.

Wed 3/1216:00JNB - RCB

Nonstop1h 10mAirlink

Wed 10/1217:50RCB - JNB

Nonstop1h 10mAirlink

Deal found 16/10£89

Wed 10/1210:35JNB - RCB

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Wed 10/1217:50RCB - JNB

Nonstop1h 10mAirlink

Deal found 16/10£92

Mon 10/1106:30JNB - RCB

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Thu 13/1112:25RCB - JNB

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Deal found 15/10£111

Fri 31/1016:00JNB - RCB

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Tue 4/1112:25RCB - JNB

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Deal found 16/10£150

Sat 1/1110:35JNB - RCB

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Wed 5/1112:25RCB - JNB

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Deal found 17/10£159

Fri 24/1010:35JNB - RCB

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Sun 26/1017:50RCB - JNB

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Deal found 16/10£206

Tue 21/1010:35JNB - RCB

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Tue 28/1012:25RCB - JNB

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Deal found 17/10£241

One-way flights from OR Tambo to Richards Bay
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Mon 12/110:35JNB - RCB

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Deal found 15/10£44

Mon 1/1206:30JNB - RCB

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Deal found 17/10£46

Fri 21/1116:00JNB - RCB

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Deal found 17/10£55

Fri 28/1116:00JNB - RCB

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Deal found 17/10£82

Sat 13/1210:35JNB - RCB

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Deal found 17/10£93

Fri 2/110:35JNB - RCB

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Deal found 16/10£111

Sat 1/1110:35JNB - RCB

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Deal found 16/10£112

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Wed 3/12

16:00-17:10

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Wed 10/12

17:50-19:00

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Wed 10/12

10:35-11:45

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Wed 10/12

17:50-19:00

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Wed 10/12

10:35-11:45

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Richards Bay

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17:50-19:00

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£92

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JNB - RCB

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Mon 10/11

06:30-07:40

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Richards Bay

Thu 13/11

12:25-13:35

Nonstop1h 10m

£111

JohannesburgRichards Bay

JNB - RCB

JNBRCB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/10

16:00-17:10

Nonstop1h 10m

Richards Bay

Tue 4/11

12:25-13:35

Nonstop1h 10m

£150

JohannesburgRichards Bay

JNB - RCB

JNBRCB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/11

10:35-11:45

Nonstop1h 10m

Richards Bay

Wed 5/11

12:25-13:35

Nonstop1h 10m

£159

JohannesburgRichards Bay

JNB - RCB

JNBRCB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/1

10:35-11:45

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£44

JohannesburgRichards Bay

JNB - RCB

JNBRCB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

06:30-07:40

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£46

JohannesburgRichards Bay

JNB - RCB

JNBRCB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/11

16:00-17:10

Nonstop1h 10m

£55

JohannesburgRichards Bay

JNB - RCB

JNBRCB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

16:00-17:10

Nonstop1h 10m

£82

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay?

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay is 77 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay (average of £35). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay in December is currently the most expensive (average of £53). 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 RCB?

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Richards Bay

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay. 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.

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8.5

Very Good

79 reviews

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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

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8.5

Very Good

79 reviews

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8.5

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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

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Richards Bay from Johannesburg OR Tambo?
For a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Richards Bay, you will be flying into Richards Bay. Richards Bay (RCB) is just 4.4 mi from the center of the city. Richards Bay is the only Richards Bay airport and it handles 4 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 1 airline has flights to Richards Bay from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay?
Airlines like Airlink fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay in about 1h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay is about 297 mi. Generally, flights for this route are direct.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay is Airlink. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £85 on this airline. Airlink is 27% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay?
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 Richards Bay on time: KLM (72%), Air France (70%), Turkish Airlines (68%).
What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay?
The cheapest flight price from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay is £45. On average you can expect to pay £54. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Richards Bay), can usually be booked for £188.
Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Richards Bay that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Richards Bay flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Richards Bay?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Richards Bay.
Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Richards Bay?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Richards Bay 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 Richards Bay?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay (average of £35). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay in December is currently the most expensive (average of £53). 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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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Richards Bay are usually found in March or February, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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