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$670+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to OR Tambo (JNB)

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 9/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — JNB
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in November or May, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,034
(oojo)

One-way from

$926
(Kenya Airways)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,569
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Wed 5/149:52 amRDU - JNB
2 stops42h 43mTurkish Airlines
Fri 5/235:55 pmJNB - RDU
2 stops35h 26mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,034
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/56:00 amRDU - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Wed 5/212:30 pmJNB - RDU
3 stops29h 38mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/16$1,086
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/56:15 pmRDU - JNB
1 stop30h 45mBritish Airways
Wed 5/219:15 pmJNB - RDU
1 stop22h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/16$1,100
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/810:40 amRDU - JNB
2 stops25h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/159:20 pmJNB - RDU
2 stops32h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,173
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/142:51 pmRDU - JNB
2 stops35h 44mLufthansa
Fri 5/237:00 pmJNB - RDU
1 stop24h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 4/17$1,193
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Wed 9/106:00 amRDU - JNB
2 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/157:35 pmJNB - RDU
2 stops45h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,199
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 9/117:10 amRDU - JNB
2 stops26h 40mKenya Airways
Mon 10/135:00 pmJNB - RDU
2 stops25h 36mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/16$1,219
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/56:15 pmRDU - JNB
1 stop30h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/219:15 pmJNB - RDU
1 stop22h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,282
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Thu 6/261:28 pmRDU - JNB
2 stops37h 52mSWISS
Thu 9/257:35 pmJNB - RDU
2 stops27h 29mSWISS
Deal found 4/15$1,305
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 10/161:50 pmRDU - JNB
1 stop23h 50mDelta
Fri 10/246:50 pmJNB - RDU
2 stops30h 13mDelta
Deal found 4/16$1,409
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/710:15 amRDU - JNB
2 stops40h 05mEtihad Airways
Sat 10/189:50 amJNB - RDU
2 stops61h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/16$1,426
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/146:20 pmRDU - JNB
1 stop32h 10mAir France
Fri 5/236:50 pmJNB - RDU
1 stop27h 20mAir France
Deal found 4/17$1,493

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh to OR Tambo 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 April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/14

9:52 am-10:35 am

2 stops42h 43m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/23

5:55 pm-11:21 pm

2 stops35h 26m

$1,034

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/5

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/21

2:30 pm-2:08 pm

3 stops29h 38m

$1,086

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/5

6:15 pm-7:00 am

1 stop30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/21

9:15 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop22h 25m

$1,100

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/8

10:40 am-5:45 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/15

9:20 pm-11:51 pm

2 stops32h 31m

$1,173

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/14

2:51 pm-8:35 am

2 stops35h 44m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/23

7:00 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop24h 45m

$1,193

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 9/10

6:00 am-5:45 pm

2 stops29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/15

7:35 pm-10:38 am

2 stops45h 03m

$1,199

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 9/10

7:10 am-12:15 am

2 stops35h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/14

1:15 am-12:36 pm

2 stops41h 21m

$1,218

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/5

6:15 pm-7:00 am

1 stop30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/21

9:15 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop22h 25m

$1,282

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 6/26

1:28 pm-9:20 am

2 stops37h 52m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/25

7:35 pm-5:04 pm

2 stops27h 29m

$1,305

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 9/11

3:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/16

9:55 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop29h 45m

$1,418

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Raleigh to OR Tambo in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Raleigh-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Raleigh with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 43 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 Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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 OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
7,917 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,329 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
7.5
Good
1,435 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
1,580 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
3,554 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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 OR Tambo?

    If you book a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Raleigh, you will be flying from Raleigh-Durham, which is the city’s only airport. Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is located 11.1 mi from the center of Raleigh. There are 0 flights from Raleigh-Durham to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 6 different airlines.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from $1,034. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Ethiopian Air, from $1,097, and British Airways, from $1,130. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 29% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $1,043 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $1,203 and Ethiopian Air from $1,226 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Raleigh to OR Tambo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Raleigh to OR Tambo.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh to OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport?

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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh to OR Tambo. 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$950Average$1,439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,071Average$1,333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,080Average$1,238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,099Average$1,356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,212Average$1,604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,327Average$1,791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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