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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 2/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — JNB
Jan 25 — Feb 11
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Sat 2/1
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The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Johannesburg are usually found in May or January, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday 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 January 20, 2025.

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$107
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One-way from

$55
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Average price

$125
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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 January 20, 2025.

This Lift deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 1/207:00 pmCPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mLift
Tue 1/219:30 amJNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mLift
Deal found 1/20$79
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/2012:00 pmCPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Tue 1/218:20 pmJNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mFlySafair
Deal found 1/19$86
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 1/2111:45 amCPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/289:30 amJNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$93
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/237:50 pmCPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Mon 1/277:50 pmHLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 1/19$98
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Airlink is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/16:25 pmCPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Mon 7/78:35 pmJNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mAirlink
Deal found 1/19$111
This Cemair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Cemair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/2011:35 amCPT - JNB
1 stop6h 10mCemair
Tue 1/219:30 amJNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mCemair
Deal found 1/20$180
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/257:20 amCPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 05mHahn Air Systems
Sun 1/265:55 amHLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mHahn Air Systems
Deal found 1/20$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/2111:35 amCPT - HLA
1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/2812:55 pmHLA - CPT
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$239
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 2/177:10 amCPT - JNB
1 stop25h 55mHahn Air
Mon 2/244:00 pmJNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mHahn Air
Deal found 1/20$254

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 January 20, 2025.

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Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - HLA

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/18

11:10 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Tue 2/25

10:00 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$107

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/22

5:25 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

8:00 am-10:15 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$107

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/1

6:25 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/7

8:35 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$111

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/19

4:00 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/26

9:30 am-11:40 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$117

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/17

7:10 am-9:05 am

1 stop25h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/24

4:00 pm-6:10 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$254

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/6

6:10 am-5:45 pm

1 stop11h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/8

4:00 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$255

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/21

6:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/23

5:50 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$290

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - HLA

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/18

6:10 am-4:00 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Tue 2/25

9:40 am-4:20 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$334

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - HLA

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/7

6:35 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Thu 5/8

3:40 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$433

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - HLA

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/19

3:00 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$55

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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 January 17, 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 January 20, 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 evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 7% 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 December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings 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 January 20, 2025.

The most flights from CPT to ZA1 are scheduled on a Monday (104 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (76 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 January 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Airlink, FlySafair and Cemair 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
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Food

7.9

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.3

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
68 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Food

7.9

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 1

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
114 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Food

7.9

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 1

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

Kenya Airways
6.7
Okay
277 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
68 reviews

Food

7.9

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.3

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 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 93 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 FlySafair is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg, with prices starting at $107. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Airlink and Lift, with the lowest prices starting at $111 and $122, respectively. These flights start at 24% 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 $59 and Lift from $63 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 Emirates (96%), LATAM Airlines (96%) and FlySafair (90%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $46. While the most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Johannesburg Lanseria) can be booked for $71 on average our data indicates $747 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 January 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
South AfricanCheapest$54Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
FlySafairCheapest$86Average$145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FlexFlightCheapest$86Average$167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AirlinkCheapest$100Average$131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
CemairCheapest$102Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LiftCheapest$103Average$154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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