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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg from £44

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 11/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — JNB
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Johannesburg are usually found in May or April, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£90

One-way from

£44

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£102
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 13/6-14/6
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Cape Town to Johannesburg
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 11/4
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 05m total
  • Cape Town to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£8 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£2 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Fri 21/207:00CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mLift
Sun 23/207:00JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mLift
Deal found 20/2£69
Fri 13/618:25CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Sat 14/612:20JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mAirlink
Deal found 19/2£90
Fri 11/409:05CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Sat 13/1212:05HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Deal found 20/2£102
Tue 25/221:05CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Mon 3/320:20JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mFlySafair
Deal found 19/2£102
Sun 6/407:00CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/420:20JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£134
Thu 20/217:00CPT - JNB
1 stop19h 30mCemair
Sun 23/208:00JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mCemair
Deal found 20/2£187
Thu 20/306:20CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 05mFly540
Sat 22/320:40HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFly540
Deal found 19/2£189

Find flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

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Price

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/6

18:25-20:30

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/6

12:20-14:35

Nonstop2h 15m

£90

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - HLA

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/4

09:05-11:20

Nonstop2h 15m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sat 13/12

12:05-14:25

Nonstop2h 20m

£102

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/3

21:05-23:10

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/3

18:30-20:45

Nonstop2h 15m

£106

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/4

07:00-09:00

Nonstop2h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/4

20:20-22:35

Nonstop2h 15m

£134

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/4

06:30-08:30

Nonstop2h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/4

07:00-09:10

Nonstop2h 10m

£155

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - HLA

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/3

06:20-08:25

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sat 22/3

20:40-22:55

Nonstop2h 15m

£189

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/3

06:10-18:00

1 stop11h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/3

08:40-10:55

Nonstop2h 15m

£200

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/6

18:05-20:10

Nonstop2h 05m

£44

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 16/5

18:25-20:30

Nonstop2h 05m

£45

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/2

19:00-21:00

Nonstop2h 00m

£52

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 73 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 Cape Town to Johannesburg?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg (average of £703). Flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,090). 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 CPT to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town 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 21 February 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 74% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 16 February 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Explore weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Johannesburg. 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 February 2025.

The most flights from CPT to ZA1 are scheduled on a Thursday (101 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (50 on average).

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 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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 21 February 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg, such as Airlink, FlySafair and Kenya Airways. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.4

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
8.5
Very Good
67 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.4

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
113 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.4

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
263 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.4

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

    Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg. You should not have trouble finding flights to Johannesburg from Cape Town Intl; the airport handles an average of 78 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the Cape Town airport to Johannesburg. It is only a 9.7 mi journey to Cape Town Intl (CPT) from Cape Town’s city center.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg round-trip from £90. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are FlySafair, from £102, and Lift, from £155. Airlink is 20% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    £44 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from FlySafair. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Airlink and Lift, with prices starting from £45 and £52, respectively.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Cape Town to Johannesburg on time: LATAM Airlines (98%), Emirates (96%), Qantas Airways (94%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £35. While the most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo) can be booked for £93 on average our data indicates £565 when flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg (average of £703). Flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,090). 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 Cape Town to Johannesburg

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.
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South AfricanCheapest£33Average£196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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FlySafairCheapest£59Average£113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapest£75Average£107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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CemairCheapest£77Average£186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LiftCheapest£86Average£119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlexFlightCheapest£125Average£135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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