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$80+ Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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JNB — SYD
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

What to know about flights from OR Tambo

Discover essential information about flights departing from OR Tambo, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the OR Tambo airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 30 April 2025.

Cheapest one-way flight

$37

Cheapest round-trip flight

$180

Cheapest airline

Airlink

Most popular destination

Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)

Good round-trip deal

$118 or less

Good one-way deal

$54 or less
The cheapest one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo is currently to Durban King Shaka Intl.
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The cheapest round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo is currently to Cape Town Intl.
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On average, Airlink currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo (avg. price of $132).
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Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) is currently the most popular flight destination from Johannesburg OR Tambo (average return price of $2,008).
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 30 April 2025.

Sun 25/509:50JNB - MXP
1 stop32h 50mEtihad Airways
Tue 3/622:50MXP - JNB
1 stop33h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 29/4$918
Wed 6/809:50JNB - LHR
1 stop33h 55mEtihad Airways
Mon 1/920:55LHR - JNB
1 stop34h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 29/4$941
Tue 13/523:15JNB - LHR
1 stop19h 20mKLM
Tue 20/514:45LHR - JNB
1 stop29h 35mKLM
Deal found 29/4$963
Sun 25/518:50JNB - LHR
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/611:45LHR - JNB
1 stop32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$970
Tue 17/619:35JNB - LHR
1 stop24h 45mSWISS
Mon 23/617:10LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 10mSWISS
Deal found 29/4$979
Wed 21/519:00JNB - LHR
2 stops27h 35mBrussels Airlines
Thu 29/507:45LHR - JNB
2 stops23h 50mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 30/4$996
Sat 14/616:50JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 10mRwandAir
Sat 21/621:20LHR - JNB
1 stop16h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 29/4$1,013
Sun 25/518:50JNB - MXP
1 stop23h 30mAir France
Tue 3/614:55MXP - JNB
2 stops30h 25mAir France
Deal found 29/4$1,020
Sat 10/514:30JNB - MXP
1 stop15h 20mEthiopian Air
Fri 23/523:40MXP - JNB
1 stop13h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/4$1,030
Fri 23/519:00JNB - LHR
2 stops27h 40mAustrian Airlines
Sat 7/619:30LHR - JNB
2 stops36h 05mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,045
Wed 14/514:30JNB - LHR
1 stop19h 35mEthiopian Air
Tue 27/521:00LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/4$1,052
Thu 5/620:40JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 12/622:15LHR - JNB
Nonstop11h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 30/4$1,074

Find flights from OR Tambo within your budget

Find flights departing from OR Tambo that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 30 April 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMilan

JNB - MXP

JNBMXP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/5

09:50-18:40

1 stop32h 50m

Milan Malpensa

Tue 3/6

22:50-08:20

1 stop33h 30m

$918

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/8

09:50-18:45

1 stop33h 55m

London Heathrow

Mon 1/9

20:55-08:20

1 stop34h 25m

$941

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/5

23:15-17:35

1 stop19h 20m

London Heathrow

Tue 20/5

14:45-21:20

1 stop29h 35m

$963

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/5

18:50-10:30

1 stop16h 40m

London Heathrow

Mon 9/6

11:45-21:20

1 stop32h 35m

$970

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/6

19:35-19:20

1 stop24h 45m

London Heathrow

Mon 23/6

17:10-09:20

1 stop15h 10m

$979

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

19:00-21:35

2 stops27h 35m

London Heathrow

Thu 29/5

07:45-08:35

2 stops23h 50m

$996

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/6

16:50-07:00

1 stop15h 10m

London Heathrow

Sat 21/6

21:20-14:20

1 stop16h 00m

$1,013

JohannesburgMilan

JNB - MXP

JNBMXP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/5

18:50-18:20

1 stop23h 30m

Milan Malpensa

Tue 3/6

14:55-21:20

2 stops30h 25m

$1,020

JohannesburgMilan

JNB - MXP

JNBMXP

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/5

14:30-05:50

1 stop15h 20m

Milan Malpensa

Fri 23/5

23:40-13:05

1 stop13h 25m

$1,030

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/5

19:00-21:40

2 stops27h 40m

London Heathrow

Sat 7/6

19:30-08:35

2 stops36h 05m

$1,045

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo

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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 45 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?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,237). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December will prove the most costly (average of $1,597). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport would be wise to consider leaving during Sunday mornings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Friday at midday when fares are usually the most expensive.

Which airlines fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport check dates and pricing for the following: Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Etihad Airways, South African. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Sydney.

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

From $784

Singapore Airlines

Singapore Airlines

From $535

South African

South African

From $53

Airlink

Airlink

From $48

What are popular destinations to fly to from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport offers frequent flights to Cape Town (536 flights per day), Durban (273 flights per day) and Harare (183 flights per day).

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sydney Kingsford Smith

From $554

Doha Hamad Intl

Doha Hamad Intl

From $287

Perth

Perth

From $565

Singapore Changi

Singapore Changi

From $489

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The cheapest city to fly to from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Durban King Shaka Intl, with prices starting at $37. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Durban King Shaka Intl

Durban King Shaka Intl

From $24

Port Elizabeth

Port Elizabeth

From $44

Cape Town Intl

Cape Town Intl

From $53

Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls

From $74

Airline reviews for flights from OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from 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 airline for your flight from OR Tambo. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,216 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
855 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
829 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,563 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from OR Tambo. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 30 April 2025.

  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    For the current month, the most popular flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Mumbai, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, Amsterdam. Mumbai, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, Amsterdam are the most popular locations from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport year round.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for as low as $37 to Durban (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $802 to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to anywhere?

    According to our data, users have found FlySafair, Airlink, and South African to have the cheapest round-trip prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Some of the destinations and prices are as follows: FlySafair flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town Intl ($56). Airlink flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bulawayo ($76). South African flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Brisbane ($83).

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Options for some of the cheapest premium economy flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport we have found on Cheapflights are as follows:
    Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London starting at $835
    Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Addis Ababa starting at $1,441
    Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zurich starting at $1,820
    Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Singapore starting at $2,054

  • What is the cheapest first class flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    If you’re looking to fly first-class from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to anywhere, put Sydney on your list as prices start at $10,042 for this destination.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, the cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is November. The most expensive month for flights is December. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

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