Cheap flights to OR Tambo from $541

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CMH — JNB
May 1 — May 81

Flights to OR Tambo in 2024

Find the latest flights to OR Tambo in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,068,701 searches and data was last updated on April 26, 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,292

Round-trip from

$819

One-way from

$541
High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in April 2024
From New York to Johannesburg
One-way flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

Cheap flights to OR Tambo Airport in April & May 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to OR Tambo Airport in April and May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,068,701 searches and data was last updated on April 26, 2024.
The deals listed below are some of the cheapest flights available to Johannesburg in April and May 2024. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
Sun 4/2811:00 amJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 05mSAUDIA
Mon 5/139:40 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop41h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/24$765
Fri 4/2611:00 amJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 05mSAUDIA
Sat 5/119:40 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop41h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/25$803
Mon 5/611:00 amJFK - JNB
1 stop38h 30mSAUDIA
Mon 5/139:40 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop41h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/24$816
Sun 5/510:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 6/2111:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/24$861
Sun 5/511:00 amJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 05mSAUDIA
Sat 5/119:40 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop41h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/24$872
Sun 5/511:00 amJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 05mSAUDIA
Mon 5/209:40 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop41h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/24$873
Sun 5/510:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 5/1211:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/25$885
Sun 5/510:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 6/711:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/24$898
Sun 4/2811:00 amJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 05mSAUDIA
Mon 5/139:40 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop41h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/25$901

OR Tambo Airport 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for OR Tambo Airport in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,068,701 searches and data were last updated on April 26, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing to Johannesburg in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Sun 4/2811:00 amJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 05mSAUDIA
Mon 5/139:40 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop41h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/24$765
Fri 4/2611:00 amJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 05mSAUDIA
Sat 5/119:40 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop41h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/25$803
Mon 5/611:00 amJFK - JNB
1 stop38h 30mSAUDIA
Mon 5/139:40 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop41h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/24$816
Mon 9/212:20 amJFK - JNB
1 stop28h 10mTurkish Airlines
Mon 9/166:05 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop40h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/24$819
Wed 9/1810:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 9/2911:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/24$826
Sun 10/1310:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 10/1811:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/25$840
Sun 11/108:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/2411:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/24$841
Sun 5/510:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 6/2111:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/24$861
Sun 5/511:00 amJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 05mSAUDIA
Sat 5/119:40 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop41h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/24$872

Flights to OR Tambo Airport departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to OR Tambo Airport, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,068,701 searches and data was last updated on April 26, 2024.
Users traveling to Johannesburg last-minute should check out these flights departing soon. Make sure the flight you book matches the day, time, and destination you're looking for.
Sun 5/510:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 6/2111:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/24$861
Sun 5/511:00 amJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 05mSAUDIA
Sat 5/119:40 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop41h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/24$872
Sun 5/511:00 amJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 05mSAUDIA
Mon 5/209:40 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop41h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/24$873
Sun 5/510:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 5/1211:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/25$885
Sun 5/510:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 6/711:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/24$898
Sun 5/510:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 5/3111:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/24$936
Sun 5/510:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 5/118:20 amJNB - JFK
2 stops41h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/24$959
Fri 5/39:45 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Mon 6/311:00 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops26h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/24$974
Fri 5/39:45 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Mon 6/311:00 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops26h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/24$988

One-way flights to OR Tambo Airport

Explore one-way flight options to OR Tambo Airport for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,068,701 searches and data was last updated on April 26, 2024.
If you're looking for options on one-way flights to Johannesburg, check out these fares. Those seeking round-trip flights to Johannesburg should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Fri 5/312:00 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop37h 10mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/24$541
Wed 5/151:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop20h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/25$627
Wed 5/151:00 pmEWR - JNB
1 stop36h 10mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/25$639
Sun 5/57:15 pmSWF - JNB
3 stops53h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$653
Fri 5/311:55 pmJFK - JNB
3 stops51h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$681
Mon 6/107:15 pmSWF - JNB
3 stops39h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$681
Fri 5/311:55 pmJFK - JNB
3 stops59h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$685
Thu 5/21:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop28h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/24$686
Sat 5/251:00 pmEWR - JNB
1 stop36h 10mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/25$695

Direct flights to OR Tambo Airport

Tue 10/18:50 pmEWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/3110:00 pmJNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,311
Tue 10/88:50 pmEWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/168:00 pmJNB - EWR
Nonstop15h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,325
Sun 9/298:50 pmEWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/238:00 pmJNB - EWR
Nonstop15h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,411
Thu 5/99:10 pmEWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 35mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/238:00 pmJNB - EWR
Nonstop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,464
Thu 6/138:45 pmEWR - JNB
Nonstop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/268:00 pmJNB - EWR
Nonstop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,511
Tue 5/79:10 pmEWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/148:00 pmJNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,611
Mon 5/69:10 pmEWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/208:00 pmJNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,661
Wed 5/229:10 pmEWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/298:00 pmJNB - EWR
Nonstop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,662
Thu 5/99:10 pmEWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/128:00 pmJNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,667

Average price of flights to OR Tambo Airport by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to OR Tambo is currently $654 while a round-trip flight costs $1,048. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to OR Tambo (average of $1,193). Flying to OR Tambo in July will prove the most costly (average of $1,810). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$1,193

February

$1,222

March

$1,283

April

$1,282

May

$1,396

June

$1,571

July

$1,810

August

$1,493

September

$1,331

October

$1,276

November

$1,283

December

$1,393

Temperature and rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

JNB

Temperature

50 - 68 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to OR Tambo, 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 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
The best time to book flights to OR Tambo is 70 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.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to OR Tambo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to OR Tambo should consider flying on Sunday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Monday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to 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 an airline for your flight to OR Tambo. Reviews last updated April 26, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines to Johannesburg to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,068 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8.1
Very good
4,068 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,068 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8.1
Very good
10,975 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,068 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.9
Good
1,628 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,068 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.8
Good
2,060 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,068 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.7
Good
4,479 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,068 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

After massive upgrades for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) is vastly different to the disorganized airport of only a few years ago. South Africa’s main hub and Africa’s busiest airport, it processes nearly 18 million passengers each year from destinations around the world and is the point of entry for nearly every visitor to South Africa.

Many flights to OR Tambo Airport come from other parts of Africa, including Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth, Bloemfontein, George, Maputo, Harare and Gabarone. However, there are also regular flights from major international destinations such as London, Paris, Cairo, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Dubai, Madrid, Athens, Mumbai, Sydney, Singapore, Bangkok, Lisbon and Istanbul.

As the gateway to the wonders of South Africa, including nearby Kruger National Park and the historic townships of Alexandra and Soweto, Johannesburg’s improved airport gets high marks for service. The spacious terminals are perfectly adequate for a long stopover.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to OR Tambo if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to OR Tambo on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to OR Tambo?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, SAUDIA is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to OR Tambo.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in OR Tambo?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in OR Tambo. One-way flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport typically cost $29, while round-trip flights cost around $52.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to OR Tambo?

    A round-trip flight to OR Tambo will typically cost around $126, however they can be found for as little as $52.

  • Where does the fastest flight to OR Tambo depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to OR Tambo, New York offers the quickest one-way flight (14 hours 35 minutes).

  • Does Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Protea Hotel by Marriott Transit O.R. Tambo Airport is the closest property to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (0.0 mi away from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport).

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