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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from $119

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.
CPT — JNB
1 Sep — 8 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or January, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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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 2 August 2026.

Thu 30/715:00
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Lift
Mon 3/819:00
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 10m
Lift
Deal found 29/7$237
Sun 15/1109:00
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Sun 22/1120:35
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 28/7$240
Sat 26/906:05
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Wed 30/920:35
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 29/7$256
Tue 15/919:50
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 29/906:30
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8$266
Tue 4/809:30
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Lift
Thu 6/806:30
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 10m
Lift
Deal found 1/8$267
Sun 23/807:00
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Sat 5/917:40
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 28/7$273
Thu 30/714:00
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Sun 2/807:30
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 29/7$274
Mon 3/818:25
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Sun 16/807:30
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Deal found 1/8$276
Thu 13/819:00
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Lift
Tue 18/806:30
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 10m
Lift
Deal found 29/7$279
Wed 12/819:00
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 00m
Lift
Sat 15/808:00
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 10m
Lift
Deal found 29/7$281

Find 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 2 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$256

One-way from

$119

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$216

Good round-trip deal

$908 or less

Good one-way deal

$138 or less
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 26/9-30/9
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Cape Town to Johannesburg
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  • Airlink
  • 9/8
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 05m total
  • Cape Town to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 2 August 2026.
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Price

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Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 13/8

19:00-21:00

Nonstop2h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/8

06:30-08:40

Nonstop2h 10m

$279

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/8

06:30-08:30

Nonstop2h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

09:30-11:40

Nonstop2h 10m

$293

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/8

06:05-08:10

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

20:35-22:50

Nonstop2h 15m

$294

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/9

06:05-08:10

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

20:35-22:50

Nonstop2h 15m

$294

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 7/8

07:00-09:00

Nonstop2h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/8

06:30-08:40

Nonstop2h 10m

$307

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 31/8

06:05-08:10

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

17:10-20:40

1 stop3h 30m

$453

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 19/9

13:30-15:30

Nonstop2h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

09:30-22:30

1 stop13h 00m

$489

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 19/8

06:00-08:00

Nonstop2h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/8

18:00-19:15

1 stop25h 15m

$512

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 7/8

06:00-08:00

Nonstop2h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/8

09:30-12:40

1 stop27h 10m

$546

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 19/9

06:15-09:35

1 stop3h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

17:10-20:40

1 stop3h 30m

$613

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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?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should look to book at least 67 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $200). Flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of $303). 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 2 August 2026.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 90% on flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 1 August 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday 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 Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights typically cost between $189 and $264 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $256 on Airlink (26 Sept–30 Sept).

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 2 August 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with FlySafair from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
FlySafair
8.2
Very Good
131 reviews
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Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

6.5

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.0

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
FlySafair
8.2
Very Good
131 reviews
FlySafair
8.2
Very Good
131 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

6.5

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.0

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.

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?

    Most people fly from Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo. On average, Cape Town Intl has 64 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 1 airline. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 15.6 km from Cape Town’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Airlines like Lift and Airlink fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in about 2h. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance between Cape Town and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 1271 km. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Flying on FlySafair is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with prices starting at $105. FlySafair is priced at 57% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for South African. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $72. Users have also found prices from $78 and $80 on Airlink and FlySafair, respectively.

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

    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 Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on time: Emirates (94%), Egyptair (93%), TAAG (93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is $113. On average you can expect to pay $1,308. The most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), can usually be booked for $249.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $200). Flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of $303). 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 airline flying from Cape Town to OR Tambo

Discover the top airline 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 2 August 2026.
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FlySafairCheapest$105Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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