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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town from £51

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CPT
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or April, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

£87

One-way from

£51

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£122
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 10/9-17/9
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Cape Town
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Lift
  • Lift
  • 6/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£11 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£4 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Wed 10/920:35JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mAirlink
Wed 17/907:00CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Deal found 24/3£87
Tue 9/912:05HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Mon 15/910:05CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 24/3£94
Fri 23/520:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Mon 26/519:15CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Deal found 24/3£97
Tue 25/313:00JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mLift
Wed 26/319:00CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mLift
Deal found 24/3£106
Mon 24/319:10JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mCemair
Wed 2/407:00CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mCemair
Deal found 24/3£143
Wed 26/309:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/316:00CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3£173
Tue 25/319:30HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFly540
Thu 3/406:20CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 05mFly540
Deal found 25/3£209
Sat 5/421:05JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mSouth African
Sat 12/420:20CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Deal found 24/3£212
Sat 5/406:30HLA - CPT
1 stop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/415:00CPT - HLA
1 stop5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3£437

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 25 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Johannesburg

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Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/9

20:35-22:50

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 17/9

07:00-09:05

Nonstop2h 05m

£87

JohannesburgCape Town

HLA - CPT

HLACPT

Johannesburg Lanseria

Tue 9/9

12:05-14:25

Nonstop2h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/9

10:05-12:20

Nonstop2h 15m

£94

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/5

20:30-22:45

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/5

19:15-21:20

Nonstop2h 05m

£97

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/4

08:00-10:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 25/4

19:00-21:00

Nonstop2h 00m

£155

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/5

07:00-09:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/5

10:45-12:45

Nonstop2h 00m

£179

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/4

21:05-23:20

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 12/4

20:20-22:20

Nonstop2h 00m

£212

JohannesburgCape Town

HLA - CPT

HLACPT

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sat 5/4

06:30-11:25

1 stop4h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/4

15:00-20:55

1 stop5h 55m

£437

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/5

13:00-15:10

Nonstop2h 10m

£51

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/7

07:30-09:45

Nonstop2h 15m

£52

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/4

05:55-08:15

Nonstop2h 20m

£61

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town is 85 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 Johannesburg to Cape Town?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from Johannesburg to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,330). 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 JNB to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johannesburg to Cape Town in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 11% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 23 March 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Explore weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Cape Town. 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 25 March 2025.

The most flights from ZA1 to CPT are scheduled on a Tuesday (103 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (29 on average).

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, 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 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 25 March 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Johannesburg to Cape Town, see what other customers have to say about Airlink, FlySafair and South African. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.0

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

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
8.6
Very Good
67 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.0

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

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
112 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.0

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

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
7.3
Good
30 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.0

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

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
261 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.0

Crew

9.0

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

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 Johannesburg to Cape Town. 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 into for flights to Cape Town from Johannesburg?

    Located just 9.7 mi from the city center, Cape Town Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cape Town from Johannesburg. Booking flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town Intl (CPT) should be relatively easy as there are 78 daily inbound flights from Johannesburg from 6 different airlines.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town round-trip from £87. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are FlySafair, from £94, and Lift, from £155. These flights start at 23% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Lift, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £51. Airlink flights start at £52 while deals on FlySafair start at £61 one-way.

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

    Before booking your flight to Cape Town from Johannesburg, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air France (100%), Emirates (96%), FlySafair( 95%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town? While on average our users pay £120, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £35. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cape Town Intl), is priced around £159.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from Johannesburg to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,330). 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 Johannesburg to Cape Town

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town. 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 25 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CemairCheapest£39Average£153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapest£67Average£158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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AirlinkCheapest£78Average£103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlySafairCheapest£81Average£115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LiftCheapest£83Average£128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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