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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town from £81

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 26/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CPT
26 Nov — 3 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or January, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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 21 November 2024.

Round-trip from

£105

One-way from

£81

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December

Cheapest in

May
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 15/2-15/2
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Cape Town
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 26/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 5h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Cape Town
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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 21 November 2024.

Sun 24/1106:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Sat 30/1121:05CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Deal found 20/11£120
Sun 15/1208:00JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mFlexFlight
Wed 18/1217:00CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mFlexFlight
Deal found 20/11£129
Sun 24/1107:00HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Sat 30/1115:00CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 20/11£131
Tue 31/1206:15JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mAirlink
Wed 22/106:05CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Deal found 20/11£144
Thu 28/1113:05JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 30/1120:20CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£153
Mon 25/1108:40JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mCemair
Mon 25/1119:15CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mCemair
Deal found 20/11£162
Fri 22/1108:00JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mLift
Sun 1/1207:00CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mLift
Deal found 20/11£184
Thu 28/1115:15JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mSouth African
Sat 30/1118:05CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Deal found 20/11£230
Sat 30/1112:55HLA - CPT
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/1207:10CPT - HLA
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11£279
Sat 28/1220:40HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFly540
Sat 4/106:20CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 05mFly540
Deal found 20/11£302

Find flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town within your budget

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 939,815 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

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JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/2

05:55-08:15

Nonstop2h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 15/2

19:15-21:20

Nonstop2h 05m

£105

JohannesburgCape Town

HLA - CPT

HLACPT

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sat 15/2

07:00-09:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 15/2

15:00-17:15

Nonstop2h 15m

£105

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/2

20:35-22:50

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 22/2

06:05-08:10

Nonstop2h 05m

£107

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/12

08:00-10:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/12

17:00-19:00

Nonstop2h 00m

£129

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/1

08:00-10:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/1

18:10-20:15

Nonstop2h 05m

£159

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/1

08:00-10:10

Nonstop2h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/1

17:00-19:00

Nonstop2h 00m

£184

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/12

09:30-21:45

1 stop12h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/12

13:30-15:30

Nonstop2h 00m

£242

JohannesburgCape Town

HLA - CPT

HLACPT

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sat 28/12

20:40-22:55

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 4/1

06:20-08:25

Nonstop2h 05m

£302

JohannesburgCape Town

HLA - CPT

HLACPT

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sun 15/12

12:55-20:20

1 stop7h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/12

07:10-16:00

1 stop8h 50m

£373

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/11

07:40-22:55

1 stop15h 15m

£97

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town

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Travel insights for flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town

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

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 15 November 2024.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town is 83 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 £828). Flying from Johannesburg to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,149). 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 21 November 2024.

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 8% 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 18 November 2024.

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 21 November 2024.

The most flights from ZA1 to CPT are scheduled on a Monday (101 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (55 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 21 November 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Johannesburg to Cape Town, see what other customers have to say about FlySafair, Airlink and Cemair. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
71 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 1

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

Airlink
8.5
Very Good
71 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
71 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

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
113 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
71 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

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
6.8
Okay
290 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
71 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

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 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 84 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 £105. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Airlink, from £107, and FlexFlight, from £129. These flights start at 6% 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 FlySafair, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £81. Airlink flights start at £84 while deals on Cemair start at £107 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: GOL (100%), LATAM Airlines (95%), FlySafair( 91%).

  • 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 £202, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £49. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cape Town Intl), is priced around £174.

  • 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 £828). Flying from Johannesburg to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,149). 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 939,815 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.
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CemairCheapest£40Average£122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapest£52Average£144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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LiftCheapest£78Average£121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlySafairCheapest£79Average£121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapest£88Average£105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlexFlightCheapest£104Average£134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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