Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town from $122
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 14/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CPT
24 Sep — 1 Oct1
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1 adult
Economy
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cape Town Intl are usually found in February or January, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Friday
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 August 2026.
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Best flights from OR Tambo to Cape Town
Discover carefully curated flight deals from OR Tambo to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 25 August 2026.
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Direct flights from OR Tambo to Cape Town
Explore direct flight options from OR Tambo to Cape Town based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 25 August 2026.
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Last-minute flights from OR Tambo to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from OR Tambo to Cape Town. Data last updated 25 August 2026 and is based on user searches.
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One-way flights from OR Tambo to Cape Town
Search for one-way flight options from OR Tambo to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 25 August 2026.
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Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Cape Town
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 25 August 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Cape Town 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 25 August 2026.
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JohannesburgCape Town
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CPT Cape Town Intl
JNBCPT
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 11/11
20:35-22:50
Nonstop2h 15m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 19/11
06:05-08:10
Nonstop2h 05m
$256
JohannesburgCape Town
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CPT Cape Town Intl
JNBCPT
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 13/11
20:35-22:50
Nonstop2h 15m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 22/11
09:55-12:00
Nonstop2h 05m
$272
JohannesburgCape Town
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CPT Cape Town Intl
JNBCPT
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 9/12
07:30-09:45
Nonstop2h 15m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 18/12
06:05-08:10
Nonstop2h 05m
$279
JohannesburgCape Town
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CPT Cape Town Intl
JNBCPT
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 26/10
16:20-18:35
Nonstop2h 15m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 31/10
07:00-09:05
Nonstop2h 05m
$279
JohannesburgCape Town
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CPT Cape Town Intl
JNBCPT
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 25/12
17:40-19:55
Nonstop2h 15m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 28/12
06:05-08:10
Nonstop2h 05m
$320
JohannesburgCape Town
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CPT Cape Town Intl
JNBCPT
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 26/12
20:35-22:50
Nonstop2h 15m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 5/1
06:15-11:50
1 stop5h 35m
$516
JohannesburgCape Town
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CPT Cape Town Intl
JNBCPT
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 12/12
11:05-16:05
1 stop5h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 16/12
18:25-20:30
Nonstop2h 05m
$517
JohannesburgCape Town
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CPT Cape Town Intl
JNBCPT
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 11/11
13:40-17:50
1 stop4h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 19/11
13:30-15:30
Nonstop2h 00m
$527
Cheapest one-way
JohannesburgCape Town
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CPT Cape Town Intl
JNBCPT
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 9/1
07:30-09:45
Nonstop2h 15m
$123
JohannesburgCape Town
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CPT Cape Town Intl
JNBCPT
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 17/2
16:20-18:35
Nonstop2h 15m
$123
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town?
The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town is 85 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 Cape Town?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town (average of $196). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $296). 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 CPT?
Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 August 2026.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 25% on airfare.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2026.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town flights typically cost between $187 and $284 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $242 on Airlink (22 Nov–25 Nov).
Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town
Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo to Cape Town. 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 25 August 2026.
The most flights from JNB to CPT are scheduled on a Monday (108 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (38 on average).
How often are flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town delayed?
About 11% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 97 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Cape Town flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday 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 Cape Town flights?
Over the past year, FlySafair have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 25 August 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town, such as Airlink,FlySafair, andSouth African. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Related info for your journey
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What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Johannesburg OR Tambo?
Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cape Town. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cape Town Intl from Johannesburg OR Tambo; the airport handles an average of 69 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Cape Town airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo. It is only a 15.6 km journey from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Cape Town’s city centre.
How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town?
A quick flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town can take about 2h 15m. Airlink provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $256. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Cape Town is about 1271 km. Most flights are nonstop.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town is Airlink. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $77 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Lift and FlySafair, starting at $90 and $128 round-trip. Users have found that Airlink is 68% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is FlySafair, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $72. However, be on the lookout for offers from Cemair and Airlink, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town for a low price.
What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town consider choosing Kenya Airways(97%), Emirates(93%) or GOL(91%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town?
While on average a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town is generally $218, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $93. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cape Town Intl), you can expect to pay $207 for that flight.
Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Cape Town?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Cape Town 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 Cape Town?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town (average of $196). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $296). 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 Cape Town departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 25 August 2026.
Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Cape Town. 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 25 August 2026.
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