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$55+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Johannesburg

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 3/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — JNB
Feb 27 — Mar 61
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Thu 3/6
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The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Johannesburg are usually found in May or April, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Johannesburg (ZA1). 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 February 22, 2025.

Round-trip from

$114
(Airlink)

One-way from

$55
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$129
From Cape Town Intl to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This Lift deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lift is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/217:00 amCPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mLift
Sun 2/237:00 amJNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mLift
Deal found 2/20$87
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/227:40 pmCPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Sun 2/235:55 amJNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Deal found 2/21$88
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/17:20 amCPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Sun 3/25:55 amHLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Deal found 2/21$101
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Airlink is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/257:00 amCPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Mon 6/303:05 pmJNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mAirlink
Deal found 2/20$114
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/196:40 amCPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Mon 3/246:05 amJNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mSouth African
Deal found 2/19$156
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/206:50 amCPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/278:20 pmJNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$163
This Cemair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cemair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/214:30 pmCPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mCemair
Sun 2/238:00 amJNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mCemair
Deal found 2/21$173

Find flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

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Cape Town

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Johannesburg

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/25

7:00 am-9:05 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/30

3:05 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$114

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - HLA

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/7

10:05 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Wed 5/14

12:05 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$120

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/11

8:55 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/13

8:30 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$130

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/4

9:05 pm-11:10 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/5

6:15 am-8:30 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$134

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/5

7:00 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/8

5:30 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$142

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/19

6:40 am-8:40 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/24

6:05 am-8:15 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$156

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/16

8:00 am-10:00 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/21

4:00 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$181

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - HLA

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

Sat 3/1

7:20 am-9:25 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$55

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/8

3:10 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$57

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 8/16

7:00 am-9:05 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$58

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

Booking 73 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Cape Town to Johannesburg is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 70% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Explore weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Johannesburg. 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 February 22, 2025.

The most flights from CPT to ZA1 are scheduled on a Friday (105 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (59 on average).

Rainfall in Johannesburg by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Johannesburg by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg, 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 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated February 22, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Airlink, FlySafair and South African from Cape Town to Johannesburg have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.5
Very good
67 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.0

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
8.5
Very good
67 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very good
67 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.0

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
113 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very good
67 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.0

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

South African
7.5
Good
44 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very good
67 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.0

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
6.8
Okay
263 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very good
67 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.0

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 Cape Town to Johannesburg. 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?

    If you book a flight to Johannesburg from Cape Town, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 9.7 mi from the center of Cape Town. There are 82 flights from Cape Town Intl to Johannesburg per day from 6 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Flying on Airlink is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg, with prices starting at $114. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by FlySafair and Lift, with the lowest prices starting at $120 and $142, respectively. These flights start at 20% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $55 on FlySafair. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Airlink from $58 and Lift from $71 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg are LATAM Airlines (98%), Emirates (96%) and Qantas Airways (94%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $39. While the most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Johannesburg Lanseria) can be booked for $71 on average our data indicates $755 when flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Johannesburg 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?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 6 airlines flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
South AfricanCheapest$56Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
FlexFlightCheapest$86Average$167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FlySafairCheapest$86Average$145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AirlinkCheapest$96Average$132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LiftCheapest$102Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
CemairCheapest$102Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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