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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Johannesburg?

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We help find the flight that best suits your needs; momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight for you.

Question 2

Can I find flights to Johannesburg with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Johannesburg which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

Question 3

How can momondo help me find flights to Johannesburg?

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momondo helps you find the best flight to Johannesburg by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

Question 4

I’m not ready to book a flight to Johannesburg right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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If you are simply researching potential flights to Johannesburg, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Johannesburg and alert you when they change.

Question 5

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

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We recommend purchasing flights from United States to Johannesburg 78 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 $1,399. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as $902.

Question 6

Is there an alternative airport near Johannesburg?

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Those flying to Johannesburg could potentially find better pricing at Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (20 mi from Johannesburg city center), Pretoria Wonderboom Apt. Airport (39 mi from Johannesburg city center) or Sun City Resort Pilansberg Airport (81 mi from Johannesburg city center) depending on the month and departure airport.

Question 7

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Johannesburg?

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Johannesburg Lanseria Airport has an average price of $112 per person and is typically the cheapest airport to fly into when visiting Johannesburg. This average price does vary based on departure city. Try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool to find the cheapest flight.

Question 8

Are there flights to Melville?

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Yes, you can travel to Melville via a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo airport in Johannesburg (Melville is 14.4 mi from the airport).

Question 9

What’s the closest airport to Sandton City?

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At 11.4 mi away, Johannesburg OR Tambo airport in Johannesburg is the closest to Sandton City.

Question 10

Which airlines fly to Johannesburg?

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Delta is the airline most momondo users in United States opt for when booking flights to Johannesburg. United Airlines, British Airways and American Airlines are also popular choices when flying to Johannesburg from United States. Most major airlines flying from United States to Johannesburg will offer flights on a regular basis, though your options may vary depending on what airport you fly from.

Question 11

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Johannesburg?

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Prices for flights to Johannesburg are refreshed on a daily basis.

Question 12

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Johannesburg?

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The number of operators available for flights to Johannesburg is 47 as of December 2025.

Question 13

How old do you have to be to fly to Johannesburg?

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Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Johannesburg.

Question 14

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?

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The necessary travel and health documents for your Johannesburg trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Question 15

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

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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 $1,136. 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 afternoon when prices are around $1,655.

Question 16

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Johannesburg?

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$62 is the cheapest deal found on momondo in the last two weeks for a flight to Johannesburg. This flight is from Bloemfontein and is 44% cheaper than most flights to Johannesburg. To find the cheapest price to Johannesburg from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Question 17

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

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg from United States when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg for around $1,261 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg from United States for as low as $930 on momondo.

Question 18

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

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According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg from United States. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was $1,584. 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 Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Johannesburg on Sunday is $1,768.

Question 19

What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

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The cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg from United States is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,143, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from United States averaging around $1,214.

Question 20

How long does it take to fly to Johannesburg?

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If you’re flying from a popular airport in United States, such as Los Angeles or Miami, and flying into Johannesburg, then you can expect flight times to average 20h 05m and 18h 47m, respectively.

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO JOHANNESBURG FROM LOS ANGELES	March	12% cheaper	Flying from Los Angeles to Johannesburg costs on average just $1,145 in March
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO JOHANNESBURG FROM LOS ANGELES	December	24% more expensive	It costs about $1,617 for flights to Johannesburg from Los Angeles in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO JOHANNESBURG FROM LOS ANGELES	December	388% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Johannesburg from Los Angeles in December than any other month

Best One-Way Price	$464
Best Round-Trip Price	$835
Fastest flight time	28h 00m
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$62 is the cheapest deal found on momondo in the last two weeks for a flight to Johannesburg. This flight is from Bloemfontein and is 44% 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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How far in advance should I book a flight to Johannesburg?

Is there an alternative airport near Johannesburg?

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Johannesburg?

Are there flights to Melville?

What’s the closest airport to Sandton City?

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Johannesburg?

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Johannesburg?

How old do you have to be to fly to Johannesburg?

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Johannesburg?

Can I find flights to Johannesburg with flexible booking policies on momondo?

How can momondo help me find flights to Johannesburg?

I’m not ready to book a flight to Johannesburg right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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