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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town from $106

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 25/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CPT
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or January, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$178

One-way from

$106

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$314
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  • Airlink
  • 24/2-6/3
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Cape Town
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Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 20/1
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Cape Town
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High demand for flights, 9% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
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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 19 December 2024.

Wed 18/1209:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mLift
Wed 18/1217:00CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mLift
Deal found 18/12$200
Thu 19/1207:00JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mCemair
Thu 26/1216:30CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mCemair
Deal found 18/12$327
Fri 20/1215:40JNB - CPT
1 stop4h 10mAirlink
Wed 22/106:05CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Deal found 17/12$365

Find flights from OR Tambo to Cape Town within your budget

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 19 December 2024.

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JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/2

06:15-08:30

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 1/3

06:05-08:10

Nonstop2h 05m

$184

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/1

20:20-22:30

Nonstop2h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/1

20:40-22:45

Nonstop2h 05m

$211

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/12

19:00-21:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/12

14:00-16:00

Nonstop2h 00m

$267

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/1

06:15-08:30

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 31/1

12:35-21:10

1 stop8h 35m

$286

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/12

09:30-11:45

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 31/12

07:00-09:00

Nonstop2h 00m

$408

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/12

20:35-22:50

Nonstop2h 15m

$106

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/1

06:30-08:40

Nonstop2h 10m

$116

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/1

07:00-09:15

Nonstop2h 15m

$186

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/12

19:45-10:40

1 stop38h 55m

$5,456

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/12

19:05-12:00

1 stop40h 55m

$8,027

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

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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo to Cape Town

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from OR Tambo to Cape Town including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 13 December 2024.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town is 83 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,164). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,662). 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 19 December 2024.

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 afternoon could potentially save you up to 16% 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 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Wednesday 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 19 December 2024.

The most flights from JNB to CPT are scheduled on a Wednesday (112 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (67 on average).

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

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 19 December 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink and Cemair from Johannesburg to Cape Town 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.
Airlink
8.6
Very Good
69 reviews
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Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

8.4

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 1

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
69 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very Good
69 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

8.4

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,792 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very Good
69 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

8.4

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,901 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very Good
69 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

8.4

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 1

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 95 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 Airlink. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $178 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Cemair, starting at $497. Users have found that Airlink is 22% 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 Airlink, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $106. However, be on the lookout for offers from Lift and Cemair, 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 KLM(100%), GOL(89%) or FlySafair(89%), 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 $264, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $84. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cape Town Intl), you can expect to pay $497 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,164). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,662). 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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South AfricanCheapest$84Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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