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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town from $80

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 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CPT
1 Jul — 8 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or April, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Friday

Cheap 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 26 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$146

One-way from

$111

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$208

Good round-trip deal

$191 or less

Good one-way deal

$84 or less
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 9/8-16/8
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Cape Town
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 5/10
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($51 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 26 June 2025.

Sat 9/807:15JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 25mFlySafair
Sat 16/819:15CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Deal found 26/6$146
Sat 15/1117:40JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mAirlink
Fri 21/1106:05CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Deal found 25/6$174
Thu 26/606:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mLift
Thu 31/713:00CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mLift
Deal found 24/6$205
Fri 11/707:00JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mCemair
Tue 15/713:30CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mCemair
Deal found 25/6$308

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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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 26 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/8

13:55-16:10

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 16/8

10:15-12:20

Nonstop2h 05m

$154

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/11

17:40-19:55

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 21/11

06:05-08:10

Nonstop2h 05m

$174

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/7

06:30-08:40

Nonstop2h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/7

16:00-18:00

Nonstop2h 00m

$215

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/8

07:30-09:45

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 24/8

05:45-07:50

Nonstop2h 05m

$243

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/7

07:00-09:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 19/7

08:00-10:00

Nonstop2h 00m

$308

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/8

13:55-16:10

Nonstop2h 15m

$80

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/11

20:35-22:50

Nonstop2h 15m

$88

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/7

06:30-08:40

Nonstop2h 10m

$94

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/12

16:00-18:15

Nonstop2h 15m

$138

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/8

14:00-11:40

2 stops21h 40m

$717

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 20 June 2025.

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 $1,072). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,883). 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 26 June 2025.

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 in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 17% 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 June 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 26 June 2025.

The most flights from JNB to CPT are scheduled on a Thursday (84 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (40 on average).

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

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 26 June 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town, such as Airlink, FlySafair, andKenya Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.6
Very Good
72 reviews
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Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.0

Overall

8.6

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
8.6
Very Good
72 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very Good
72 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.0

Overall

8.6

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
8.6
Very Good
72 reviews
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Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.0

Overall

8.6

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
Kenya Airways
6.9
Okay
266 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very Good
72 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.0

Overall

8.6

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 OR Tambo to Cape Town. 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 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 65 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 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.

  • 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 FlySafair. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $146 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Airlink and Lift, starting at $174 and $215 round-trip. Users have found that FlySafair is 35% 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 $111. However, be on the lookout for offers from Lift 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 FlySafair(96%), SunExpress(92%) or Emirates(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 $252, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $66. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cape Town Intl), you can expect to pay $260 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

  • 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 $1,072). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,883). 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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