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About Flights to Johannesburg

Summary info about Johannesburg flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$434

Best Round-Trip Price

$808

Fastest flight time

20h 05m

Operated By

6 airlines
The best one-way flight price to Johannesburg from United States in the last 72 hours is $434 (New York John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo).
The best round-trip flight price to Johannesburg from United States in the last 72 hours is $808 (New York John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo).
The fastest flight to Johannesburg from United States takes 20h 05m (New York John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo).
There are 6 airlines operating flights to Johannesburg, including Turkish Airlines, Egypt Air and Ethiopian Air.

Johannesburg flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

The cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg from United States is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $950, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of April is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from United States averaging around $960.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Johannesburg?

$41 is the cheapest deal found on momondo in the last two weeks for a flight to Johannesburg. This flight is from Durban and is 33% cheaper than most flights to Johannesburg. To find the cheapest price to Johannesburg from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg from United States. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $862. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Johannesburg on Saturday is $933.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from United States to Johannesburg when you can find flight prices for as low as $836. Flying to Johannesburg at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Johannesburg is in the morning when prices are around $917.

How long does it take to fly to Johannesburg?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in United States, such as Los Angeles or San Francisco, and flying into the most popular airport in Johannesburg (Johannesburg OR Tambo), then you can expect flight times to average 26h and 24h 40m, respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Johannesburg?

We recommend purchasing flights from United States to Johannesburg 60 days ahead of your departure date because this is when momondo users tend to see the best flight rates. On average, our users have found flights to Johannesburg for $1,102. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as $1,094.

Cheapest flights to Johannesburg airports

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Los Angeles
Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

CHEAPEST ROUTE FROM Los Angeles TO Johannesburg

Los Angeles (LAX) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)

Typically, flights to Johannesburg from Los Angeles are cheaper when flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg OR Tambo, which has an average price of $1,313

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO JOHANNESBURG FROM LOS ANGELESMay20% cheaperFlying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg costs on average just $1,053 in May
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO JOHANNESBURG FROM LOS ANGELESDecember43% more expensiveIt costs about $1,883 for flights to Johannesburg from Los Angeles in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO JOHANNESBURG FROM LOS ANGELESDecember385% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Johannesburg from Los Angeles in December than any other month

Frequently asked questions about flying to Johannesburg

From Chicago to Johannesburg, South Africa, flight times are between 21 hours and 45 minutes to 30 hours and 25 minutes. Flights from New York can take as little as 15 hours and as much as 30 hours and 45 minutes, depending on whether or not you book a nonstop flight. From Los Angeles, flights take between 30 hours and 50 minutes and 35 hours and 50 minutes.

Nonstop Johannesburg flight deals can be found from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Alternatively, flights originating from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York as well as flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) have a layover in Istanbul (IST). Flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) typically have one layover in Istanbul (IST) or London Heathrow (LHR).


Johannesburg flight deals found on momondo

Check out some of the best fares from airports in United States to Johannesburg found recently by users on momondo
Ethiopian Air
Oct 9
JFK6:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 55m
2 stops
JNB5:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Oct 27
JNB7:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
27h 00m
2 stops
JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Kenya Airways
Oct 8
JFK9:45 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 30m
1 stop
JNB2:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Oct 17
JNB8:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
25h 25m
1 stop
JFK9:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Ethiopian Air
Oct 11
ATL6:50 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
27h 10m
1 stop
JNB10:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Oct 24
JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
24h 30m
2 stops
ATL11:00 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Ethiopian Air
Oct 9
ATL6:50 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
27h 10m
1 stop
JNB10:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Oct 26
JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
24h 30m
2 stops
ATL11:00 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Kenya Airways
Oct 8
JFK9:45 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
39h 10m
1 stop
JNB12:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Oct 27
JNB8:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
25h 25m
1 stop
JFK9:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Ethiopian Air
Oct 9
ATL6:50 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
27h 10m
1 stop
JNB10:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Oct 29
JNB4:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
30h 40m
1 stop
ATL11:00 amAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Find the cheapest one-way flights to Johannesburg

If you're looking for one-way flights from United States to Johannesburg, view some of our deals below provided by Egypt Air, Kenya Airways and Turkish Airlines
Kenya Airways
Sep 12
JFK9:45 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
20h 05m
1 stop
JNB5:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Egypt Air
Sep 16
IAD8:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
37h 10m
1 stop
JNB9:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Kenya Airways
Sep 17
JFK9:45 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 30m
1 stop
JNB2:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Other cabin classes for Johannesburg flights

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Which airlines fly to Johannesburg?

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Airports near Johannesburg

Below you will find all the airports in Johannesburg along with the distance from the city center

How to get to downtown Johannesburg from the airport

From the Johannesburg Airport, known as the O. R. Tambo International Airport, to the city center the only public transportation is the Gautrain, which has a connecting stop at Sandton station before arriving in the city center of Johannesburg. Take the elevator from the Arrivals Terminal to the International Departures Terminal where the airport train station is. Alternatively, take a private taxi, which are waiting outside the Arrivals Terminals. Expect various companies to charge different rates, some are metered, some are fixed, and some might charge you an add-on fee depending on where you’re going or how much luggage you’re traveling with. Uber is also available for pickup at the O. R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg.


Popular routes to Johannesburg

Most frequently searched flights to Johannesburg along with the cheapest price and shortest flight duration
New York to Johannesburg Flights
Fastest flight time20h 45m
Cheapest price$811
Atlanta to Johannesburg Flights
Fastest flight time15h 20m
Cheapest price$821
Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg Flights
Fastest flight time20h 20m
Cheapest price$945
Miami to Johannesburg Flights
Fastest flight time22h 20m
Cheapest price$1,012
Dallas to Johannesburg Flights
Fastest flight time25h 06m
Cheapest price$1,061
Boston to Johannesburg Flights
Fastest flight time18h 55m
Cheapest price$1,025
Lagos to Johannesburg Flights
Fastest flight time5h 55m
Cheapest price$492
San Francisco to Johannesburg Flights
Fastest flight time24h 40m
Cheapest price$995
Chicago to Johannesburg Flights
Fastest flight time20h 20m
Cheapest price$824
Los Angeles to Johannesburg Flights
Fastest flight time26h 00m
Cheapest price$1,105
New Orleans to Johannesburg Flights
Fastest flight time26h 15m
Cheapest price$1,064
Cleveland to Johannesburg Flights
Fastest flight time27h 21m
Cheapest price$1,044
Houston to Johannesburg Flights
Fastest flight time20h 20m
Cheapest price$1,027
Fort Lauderdale to Johannesburg Flights
Fastest flight time25h 04m
Cheapest price$1,082
West Palm Beach to Johannesburg Flights
Fastest flight time32h 53m
Cheapest price$1,211
Tampa to Johannesburg Flights
Fastest flight time32h 34m
Cheapest price$1,006
Seattle to Johannesburg Flights
Fastest flight time26h 10m
Cheapest price$1,146
San Jose to Johannesburg Flights
Fastest flight time25h 45m
Cheapest price$1,322
Detroit to Johannesburg Flights
Fastest flight time25h 05m
Cheapest price$1,235
Charlotte to Johannesburg Flights
Fastest flight time25h 44m
Cheapest price$1,005

Visa requirements for visiting Johannesburg

As long as you have a passport valid for six months after your return travel, US citizens do not need a visa to travel to South Africa.


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Best things to do and see in Johannesburg

The biggest city in South Africa has something for everyone. Art lovers are sure to appreciate the thousands of works in the halls and gardens of the Johannesburg Art Gallery, found in the heart of Joubert Park. The Gallery is supposedly one of the largest public collections in Sub-Saharan Africa. Also worth a visit is the Maboneng Precinct, an innovative suburb with cafes, restaurants, nightlife, and shopping. It’s particularly popular on Sundays when the Arts on Main, full of pop-up galleries and street art, is hosted. Foodies are going to want to spend time exploring the Neighborgoods Market, where you can sample anything from paella to pad thai to tacos from the cafeteria-style wooden tables on the outdoor terrace, with sweeping views of the city. History lovers will want to spend time exploring Soweto’s Vilakazi Street, which was once the heart of the country’s apartheid movement and other important turning points in history. Culture enthusiasts shouldn’t miss the Cradle of Humankind, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where the first-ever hominid fossil was discovered. Nearby is the Lion and Safari Park, an animal sanctuary where you can pay for a guided game driver.


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