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£43+ Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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JNB — LHR
31 Mar — 7 Apr1
1 adult

What to know about flights from OR Tambo

Discover essential information about flights departing from OR Tambo, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the OR Tambo airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 26 March 2025.

Cheapest one-way flight

£17

Cheapest round-trip flight

£45

Cheapest airline

Airlink

Most popular destination

Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)

Good round-trip deal

£71 or less

Good one-way deal

£23 or less
The cheapest one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo is currently to Durban King Shaka Intl.
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The cheapest round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo is currently to Port Elizabeth.
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On average, Airlink currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo (avg. price of £132).
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Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) is currently the most popular flight destination from Johannesburg OR Tambo (average return price of £273).
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 26 March 2025.

Thu 8/519:35JNB - BHX
1 stop23h 30mSWISS
Thu 15/518:50BHX - JNB
1 stop13h 30mSWISS
Deal found 24/3£412
Tue 6/522:50JNB - LGW
1 stop32h 35mEthiopian Air
Tue 27/510:10LGW - JNB
1 stop33h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/3£420
Sun 20/719:35JNB - MAN
1 stop13h 30mSWISS
Wed 20/818:40MAN - JNB
1 stop13h 40mSWISS
Deal found 25/3£434
Wed 21/523:15JNB - EDI
1 stop34h 10mKLM
Wed 11/617:15EDI - JNB
1 stop27h 05mKLM
Deal found 25/3£438
Mon 4/819:35JNB - BHX
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 25/818:05BHX - JNB
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3£441
Wed 21/519:35JNB - LHR
1 stop21h 50mSWISS
Thu 29/517:15LHR - JNB
2 stops39h 05mSWISS
Deal found 25/3£459
Wed 21/523:15JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 35mKLM
Fri 30/506:30LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 50mKLM
Deal found 25/3£462
Sun 18/518:50JNB - LHR
1 stop22h 45mAir France
Tue 3/611:30LHR - JNB
1 stop20h 00mAir France
Deal found 26/3£463
Sun 18/519:35JNB - LHR
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/617:30LHR - JNB
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3£468
Wed 14/509:50JNB - MAN
1 stop22h 15mEtihad Airways
Sun 18/509:15MAN - JNB
1 stop22h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/3£469
Mon 9/618:50JNB - STN
2 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 16/617:20STN - JNB
2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3£472
Fri 6/618:50JNB - LGW
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/608:55LGW - JNB
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3£479

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Find flights departing from OR Tambo that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 26 March 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches

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Heathrow

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/5

19:35-18:05

1 stop23h 30m

Birmingham

Thu 15/5

18:50-09:20

1 stop13h 30m

£412

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/5

22:50-06:25

1 stop32h 35m

London Gatwick

Tue 27/5

10:10-20:10

1 stop33h 00m

£420

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/7

19:35-08:05

1 stop13h 30m

Manchester

Wed 20/8

18:40-09:20

1 stop13h 40m

£434

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

23:15-08:25

1 stop34h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/6

17:15-21:20

1 stop27h 05m

£438

JohannesburgBirmingham

JNB - BHX

JNBBHX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/8

19:35-07:45

1 stop13h 10m

Birmingham

Mon 25/8

18:05-08:35

1 stop13h 30m

£441

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

19:35-16:25

1 stop21h 50m

London Heathrow

Thu 29/5

17:15-09:20

2 stops39h 05m

£459

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

23:15-13:50

1 stop15h 35m

London Heathrow

Fri 30/5

06:30-21:20

1 stop13h 50m

£462

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/5

18:50-16:35

1 stop22h 45m

London Heathrow

Tue 3/6

11:30-08:30

1 stop20h 00m

£463

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/5

19:35-07:55

1 stop13h 20m

London Heathrow

Tue 3/6

17:30-08:35

1 stop14h 05m

£468

JohannesburgManchester

JNB - MAN

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/5

09:50-07:05

1 stop22h 15m

Manchester

Sun 18/5

09:15-08:20

1 stop22h 05m

£469

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo

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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo

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When is the best time to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £299). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August will prove the most costly (average of £540). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport would be wise to consider leaving during Tuesday mornings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Friday at midday when fares are usually the most expensive.

Which airlines fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Many airlines operate round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport: British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, SWISS, RwandAir, Lufthansa. These airlines fly to the following popular destinations: London.

British Airways

British Airways

From £574

Airlink

Airlink

From £57

FlySafair

FlySafair

From £58

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

From £248

What are popular destinations to fly to from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

If you’re flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, these routes are more frequently taken by airlines Cape Town (552 flights per day), Durban (284 flights per day) and Doha (190 flights per day).

London

London

From £271

Doha Hamad Intl

Doha Hamad Intl

From £273

Cape Town Intl

Cape Town Intl

From £46

Harare

Harare

From £62

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The cheapest city to fly to from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Durban King Shaka Intl, with prices starting at £17. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Durban King Shaka Intl

Durban King Shaka Intl

From £22

East London

East London

From £25

Bloemfontein Intl

Bloemfontein Intl

From £28

Port Elizabeth

Port Elizabeth

From £43

Airline reviews for flights from OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from 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 airline for your flight from OR Tambo. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,319 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Austrian Airlines
7.5
Good
769 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,569 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,539 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from OR Tambo. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 26 March 2025.

  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    This month, the top selected destinations from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Mumbai, Guangzhou, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport. Throughout the year, Mumbai, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, Auckland are some of the top choices made by users flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for as low as £17 to Durban (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for £419 to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to anywhere?

    Over the past few days, we've found that Cemair, Airlink, and FlySafair have the cheapest prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Cemair flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town Intl (£36), Airlink flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kasane (£44), and FlySafair flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Bloemfontein Intl (£45).

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Here are some of the cheapest offers we have found for the cheapest premium economy flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
    Johannesburg OR Tambo to Port Elizabeth from £345
    Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cape Town from £448
    Johannesburg OR Tambo to Victoria Falls from £502
    Johannesburg OR Tambo to Maun from £513

  • What is the cheapest first class flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    If you’re looking for a cheap first-class flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, consider Luanda. Prices start at £2,002 so you can fly first-class even on a budget.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    At the present moment the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is currently February; with August being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Check out the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to embark to:
    Travel from Johannesburg to London from £417 round trip
    Travel from Johannesburg to Singapore from £564 round trip

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