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$953+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Johannesburg

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — JNB
Feb 27 — Mar 61
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Thu 3/6
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The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Johannesburg are usually found in November or March, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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

$953
(American Airlines)

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December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,355
From Raleigh-Durham to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/1710:50 pmRDU - JNB
1 stop29h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/257:25 pmJNB - RDU
1 stop30h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$953
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/146:17 amRDU - JNB
2 stops46h 18mTurkish Airlines
Mon 5/195:55 pmJNB - RDU
2 stops28h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/22$1,012
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/176:00 amRDU - JNB
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 3/258:20 amJNB - RDU
3 stops35h 53mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/20$1,035
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/206:10 pmRDU - JNB
1 stop33h 15mBritish Airways
Sun 7/67:25 pmJNB - RDU
1 stop24h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/22$1,170
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2610:30 amRDU - JNB
2 stops25h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/77:00 pmJNB - RDU
2 stops29h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/22$1,174
This Kenya Airways 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/177:11 amRDU - JNB
2 stops26h 49mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/241:15 amJNB - RDU
2 stops41h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$1,175
This Kenya Airways 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/167:03 amRDU - JNB
2 stops26h 47mKenya Airways
Wed 4/235:00 pmJNB - RDU
2 stops25h 51mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/21$1,176
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/201:00 pmRDU - JNB
2 stops37h 35mLufthansa
Sun 7/67:00 pmJNB - RDU
1 stop24h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 2/21$1,247
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/256:19 pmRDU - JNB
2 stops32h 06mQatar Airways
Mon 3/31:20 pmJNB - RDU
2 stops38h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/21$1,295
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/89:28 amRDU - JNB
2 stops41h 52mSWISS
Tue 4/157:35 pmJNB - RDU
2 stops28h 12mSWISS
Deal found 2/22$1,365
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/83:11 pmRDU - JNB
1 stop22h 29mDelta
Tue 4/156:50 pmJNB - RDU
1 stop27h 20mDelta
Deal found 2/22$1,498

Find flights from Raleigh to Johannesburg within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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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RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/17

10:50 pm-10:20 am

1 stop29h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/25

7:25 pm-7:28 pm

1 stop30h 03m

$953

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/14

6:17 am-10:35 am

2 stops46h 18m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/19

5:55 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops28h 00m

$1,012

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/17

6:00 am-1:10 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/25

8:20 am-2:13 pm

3 stops35h 53m

$1,035

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 6/20

6:10 pm-9:25 am

1 stop33h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/6

7:25 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$1,170

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/17

10:00 am-4:00 pm

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/24

1:15 am-12:41 pm

2 stops41h 26m

$1,175

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/16

7:03 am-3:50 pm

2 stops26h 47m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/23

5:00 pm-12:51 pm

2 stops25h 51m

$1,176

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 6/20

1:00 pm-8:35 am

2 stops37h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/6

7:00 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop24h 45m

$1,247

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 4/13

5:24 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop18h 21m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/20

3:05 pm-9:36 am

2 stops24h 31m

$1,278

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/8

9:28 am-9:20 am

2 stops41h 52m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/15

7:35 pm-5:47 pm

2 stops28h 12m

$1,365

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 3/22

5:43 pm-9:25 am

2 stops33h 42m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/29

8:00 pm-10:55 am

2 stops44h 55m

$1,493

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Travel insights for flights from Raleigh to Johannesburg

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Raleigh to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 43 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Raleigh 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 RDU to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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.

It’s typically best to fly out from Raleigh to Johannesburg in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 38% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Raleigh to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on December 8, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,566 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,448 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Raleigh to Johannesburg?

    Most people fly from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) if they book a flight from Raleigh to Johannesburg. On average, Raleigh-Durham has 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day from 6 airlines. Raleigh-Durham is conveniently located just 11.1 mi from Raleigh’s city center.

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

    American Airlines, at $953, was found to be the cheapest airline from Raleigh to Johannesburg.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air. American Airlines is 36% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Raleigh to Johannesburg?

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Johannesburg?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Johannesburg

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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
British AirwaysCheapest$810Average$1,440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,053Average$1,227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,076Average$1,333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,080Average$1,242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,327Average$1,777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,355Average$1,692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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