$55 Cheap Flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town (JNB-CPT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $55 for one-way flights and $134 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Cemair
Sun, Oct 12 - Fri, Oct 24
JNB
Johannesburg
CPT
Cape Town
$134 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$134
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Sun, Oct 12 from Johannesburg to Cape Town, returning Fri, Oct 24, priced at $134 found 4 days ago
Cemair
Fri, Oct 10 - Fri, Oct 24
JNB
Johannesburg
CPT
Cape Town
$144 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$144
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Fri, Oct 10 from Johannesburg to Cape Town, returning Fri, Oct 24, priced at $144 found 4 days ago
Cemair
Mon, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 15
JNB
Johannesburg
CPT
Cape Town
$146 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$146
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from Johannesburg to Cape Town, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $146 found 21 hours ago
Cemair
Sat, Aug 2 - Wed, Aug 6
JNB
Johannesburg
CPT
Cape Town
$157 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$157
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Sat, Aug 2 from Johannesburg to Cape Town, returning Wed, Aug 6, priced at $157 found 3 days ago
Cemair
Sat, Sep 20 - Sun, Oct 5
JNB
Johannesburg
CPT
Cape Town
$166 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$166
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from Johannesburg to Cape Town, returning Sun, Oct 5, priced at $166 found 11 hours ago
Cemair
Mon, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 3
JNB
Johannesburg
CPT
Cape Town
$170 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$170
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Mon, Sep 1 from Johannesburg to Cape Town, returning Wed, Sep 3, priced at $170 found 1 day ago
FlexFlight
Mon, May 26 - Tue, May 27
JNB
Johannesburg
CPT
Cape Town
$180 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$180
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select FlexFlight flight, departing Mon, May 26 from Johannesburg to Cape Town, returning Tue, May 27, priced at $180 found 1 day ago
Hahn Air Technologies
Wed, May 7 - Wed, May 14
JNB
Johannesburg
CPT
Cape Town
$186 Roundtrip, just found
$186
Roundtrip
just found
Select Hahn Air Technologies flight, departing Wed, May 7 from Johannesburg to Cape Town, returning Wed, May 14, priced at $186 just found
Hahn Air Systems
Sat, Jun 21 - Tue, Jun 24
JNB
Johannesburg
CPT
Cape Town
$234 Roundtrip, just found
$234
Roundtrip
just found
Select Hahn Air Systems flight, departing Sat, Jun 21 from Johannesburg to Cape Town, returning Tue, Jun 24, priced at $234 just found
Airlink
Sat, Jun 21 - Tue, Jun 24
JNB
Johannesburg
CPT
Cape Town
$243 Roundtrip, just found
$243
Roundtrip
just found
Select Airlink flight, departing Sat, Jun 21 from Johannesburg to Cape Town, returning Tue, Jun 24, priced at $243 just found

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) cost?
Discover the latest flight deals from JNB to CPT by entering your preferred travel dates and searching on Expedia. Easily compare prices by departure date if you have flexibility with your schedule and use handy filters to explore prices for your preferred journey. As a member of One Key™, our free loyalty program, you can use Price Tracking to watch fares and receive notifications if prices go up or down.
What is the cheapest month to fly from JNB to CPT?
The cheapest flights from JNB to CPT are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
Choose from 6 airlines offering direct routes from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT). They include:

  • Safair
  • South African Airways
  • Global Aviation
  • Airlink (South Africa)
  • CemAir

What is the cheapest airline that flies from JNB to CPT?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that’ll take you from JNB to CPT. Sort your results by “Price (lowest to highest)” to snap up a great deal.
How many flights per day from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
When flying out of O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB), you’ll have a choice from an average of 48 daily direct flights to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
More people fly between JNB and CPT at 8 AM than at any other time of day. Looking for a quieter experience? Consider flying outside peak hours and there’s a chance you’ll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from JNB to CPT?
If you depart on a Friday, you’ll get the widest range of choices for flights from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT).
What is the earliest flight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 5:55AM UTC+2, departing from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB). You’ll be traveling for approximately 2h 20m, arriving at Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) at approximately 8:15AM UTC+2.
How long does it take to fly from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
It takes approximately 2 hours and 14 minutes to travel the 790 mi from JNB to CPT.
What airline has the least delays from JNB to CPT?
Consider booking with United Airlines if you’d like to go straight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) without any holdups. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 94%. Want real-time updates? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
To touch down at Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) on time, pick a flight that takes off from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Cape Town from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) is the only airport in Cape Town with direct flights from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB). Check out your options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from JNB to CPT are usually more expensive. To lock in the best rates, start searching for flights ahead of time. That said, if you’re flexible with your travel plans, it’s possible to score a cheap fare right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a JNB to CPT flight and hotel package?
You’ll generally save money by securing a JNB to CPT flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it’s easy to manage it all in one convenient place. After selecting your preferred flights and accommodations, you can add extras like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
In most instances, you can modify or cancel your JNB to CPT flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you booked more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline’s fees and rules on flight changes, or if you want further information, head to our Customer Service portal.
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