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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town from R986

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 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CPT
May 18 — May 251
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 13 May 2025.

Round-trip from

R1 880

One-way from

R986

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R2 318

Good round-trip deal

R2 218 or less

Good one-way deal

R1 052 or less
South African
  • South African
  • 26/5-28/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Cape Town
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Lift
  • Lift
  • 20/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R7 035 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R1 819 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 May 2025.

Sat 17/518:15JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/519:35CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5R1 752
Mon 26/521:20JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mSouth African
Wed 28/520:25CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Deal found 12/5R1 880
Sat 17/518:15JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Sun 18/55:45CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Deal found 12/5R1 917
Wed 19/1120:35JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mAirlink
Tue 25/1118:25CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Deal found 12/5R1 990
Tue 20/56:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mLift
Wed 21/59:30CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mLift
Deal found 12/5R2 410
Tue 13/59:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mCemair
Sat 17/513:30CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mCemair
Deal found 12/5R2 848

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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 13 May 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/5

21:20-23:35

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/5

20:25-22:25

Nonstop2h 00m

R1 880

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/5

21:20-23:35

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/5

21:05-23:10

Nonstop2h 05m

R1 917

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/9

20:35-22:50

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/9

9:00-11:05

Nonstop2h 05m

R1 972

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/9

8:00-10:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 13/9

8:00-10:00

Nonstop2h 00m

R2 008

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/6

20:20-22:35

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/6

5:45-7:50

Nonstop2h 05m

R2 099

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/5

6:30-8:40

Nonstop2h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/6

6:30-8:30

Nonstop2h 00m

R2 300

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

9:30-11:40

Nonstop2h 10m

R986

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/5

6:30-8:50

Nonstop2h 20m

R1 004

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

21:20-23:35

Nonstop2h 15m

R1 041

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/11

20:35-22:50

Nonstop2h 15m

R1 077

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Cape Town

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 9 May 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 85 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). 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 OR Tambo 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 13 May 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 11 May 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town

Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo 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 13 May 2025.

The most flights from JNB to CPT are scheduled on a Friday (92 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (73 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 13 May 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink, FlySafair and South African from Johannesburg to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. 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

Crew

9,0

Boarding

8,5

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,3

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

Crew

9,0

Boarding

8,5

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,3

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
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9,0

Boarding

8,5

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,3

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
7,5
Good
33 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9,0

Boarding

8,5

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,3

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 OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo?

    Most people fly into Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight to Cape Town from Johannesburg OR Tambo. On average, Cape Town Intl has 81 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 9 airlines. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 15,6 km from Cape Town’s city centre.

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

    According to our current data, South African (R1 880), Airlink (R1 972), and FlySafair (R2 026) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town. Users have found that South African is 30% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R986 on Lift. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include FlySafair from R1 004 and South African from R1 041 one-way.

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

    Consider FlySafair (96%), Emirates (92%) or GOL (91%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town.

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

    On average you can expect to pay R5 042 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town. The cheapest flight overall is R745 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at R1 752.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town?

    The most popular stopover on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town is Durban. Port Elizabeth follows Durban in terms of the most common stopover location on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Durban?

    If you're on a stopover in Durban and looking for things to do, consider visiting uShaka Marine World, Durban City Hall and Natural Science Museum, or Durban Botanical Gardens. uShaka Marine World, Durban City Hall and Natural Science Museum, and Durban Botanical Gardens are located about 29,8 km, 29,3 km, and 28,8 km, respectively from Durban King Shaka Intl. Travellers can rent a car at Durban King Shaka Intl for an average daily rate of R381 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town flights?

    Flights departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and landing in Cape Town stopover in George least frequently. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town flights stopping in Addis Ababa are the next rarest.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). 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 are the most eco-friendly airlines from OR Tambo to Cape Town?

    Flights to Cape Town from OR Tambo are split pretty equally between two carriers, FlySafair and Kulula. Both of them provide direct flights between the two which is a significant way of helping to achieve sustainable travel by reducing fuel consumption. The highest fuel burn rate is during take-off and landing cycles so eliminating intervening stops makes a substantial impact. Kulula is also a budget airline which doesn’t serve meals in plastic containers during the flight, further reducing its overall carbon footprint. Both airlines attempt to operate full flights only, avoiding unnecessary extra flights without full passenger manifests.

  • How to fly more sustainably from OR Tambo to Cape Town?

    It’s no secret that plastic is one of the biggest threats to our environment. Therefore, you should look for any and every way to avoid using it. Plastic water bottles are a particular scourge so take your own reusable water bottle instead of accepting any of the small complimentary bottles of water you’re offered. The flight to Cape Town only takes a little over two hours so if you’re taking a flight at meal-times on FlySafair, rather have something to eat before you leave to save on at least one set of plastic containers and cutlery. Another eco-friendly thing you can do is check the type of aircraft on the various flights – they’re displayed alongside the other flight details and use Google if you need to identify the latest models as these have more fuel efficient engine technology than the older ones.

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Top 9 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Cape Town

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 13 May 2025.
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CemairCheapestR990AverageR3 872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hahn AirCheapestR1 353AverageR2 650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlySafairCheapestR1 521AverageR2 718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR1 752AverageR2 319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR1 792AverageR3 698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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LiftCheapestR1 848AverageR3 083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hahn Air SystemsCheapestR2 160AverageR3 063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlexFlightCheapestR2 480AverageR3 018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR25 075AverageR27 719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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