Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Johannesburg from $942

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 7/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — JNB
Apr 28 — May 51

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 April 23, 2024.

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Round-trip from

$1,187

One-way from

$942
High demand for flights, 22% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 20% potential price drop
From Columbus to Johannesburg
One-way flight from Columbus to Johannesburg

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg?

Flights from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg are found to be more expensive on Saturday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Johannesburg.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg?

Flights from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg lean towards being more expensive in April. Prices are generally better when you fly from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg in October, with the cheapest ticket starting at $1,201.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg (CMH - JNB)?

When flying from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 28% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Columbus to Johannesburg

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Columbus and Johannesburg. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,086,534 searches. Data last updated April 23, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest American Airlines flights traveling from Columbus to Johannesburg. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Mon 6/175:59 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops33h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/157:20 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops25h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,279
Thu 7/113:38 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops33h 37mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/209:05 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops29h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,558
Thu 6/203:34 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops35h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/209:05 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops29h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,623
Thu 6/273:34 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops35h 51mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/159:05 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops26h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,759
Thu 6/273:19 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops36h 06mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/159:05 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops26h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,761

Cheap Ethiopian Air flights from Columbus to Johannesburg

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Ethiopian Air for the route between Columbus and Johannesburg. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,086,534 searches. Data last updated April 23, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Ethiopian Air flights traveling from Columbus to Johannesburg. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Sat 5/46:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Thu 5/304:00 amJNB - CMH
3 stops36h 22mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/22$1,599
Sat 5/411:59 amCMH - JNB
3 stops33h 56mEthiopian Air
Thu 5/304:00 amJNB - CMH
3 stops36h 22mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/22$1,604
Fri 4/2612:12 pmCMH - JNB
3 stops30h 38mEthiopian Air
Fri 5/311:00 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops30h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/21$1,654
Fri 6/216:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Fri 6/2811:00 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops30h 44mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/22$1,802
Fri 4/266:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Fri 5/311:00 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops30h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/21$1,981
Thu 6/206:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 7/202:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops34h 27mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/22$2,318
Thu 7/116:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 7/202:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops29h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/22$2,379
Thu 6/276:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Mon 7/152:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops29h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/23$2,402
Thu 6/2011:20 amCMH - JNB
3 stops43h 45mEthiopian Air
Sat 7/202:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops34h 27mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/22$2,414

Cheap Columbus to Johannesburg flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Columbus to Johannesburg specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,086,534 searches. Prices were last updated on April 23, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Columbus to Johannesburg in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 5/214:27 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops22h 53mKLM
Sat 6/111:15 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops30h 44mKLM
Deal found 4/22$1,445
Tue 5/216:07 pmCMH - JNB
1 stop18h 53mDelta
Sat 6/111:15 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops29h 31mDelta
Deal found 4/22$1,459
Sat 5/47:05 amCMH - JNB
2 stops44h 40mKenya Airways
Thu 5/3012:10 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops29h 33mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/22$1,516
Sat 5/46:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Thu 5/304:00 amJNB - CMH
3 stops36h 22mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/22$1,599
Sat 5/411:59 amCMH - JNB
3 stops33h 56mEthiopian Air
Thu 5/304:00 amJNB - CMH
3 stops36h 22mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/22$1,604
Sat 5/45:39 pmCMH - JNB
1 stop18h 06mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/303:05 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops25h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,634
Fri 4/2612:12 pmCMH - JNB
3 stops30h 38mEthiopian Air
Fri 5/311:00 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops30h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/21$1,654
Fri 4/267:09 amCMH - JNB
2 stops35h 06mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/35:00 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops24h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$1,726
Fri 4/264:08 pmCMH - JNB
1 stop19h 37mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/38:00 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops30h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$1,930

Columbus to Johannesburg 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Columbus and Johannesburg in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,086,534 searches. Data last updated April 23, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Columbus to Johannesburg in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Mon 6/175:59 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops33h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/157:20 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops25h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,279
Tue 7/236:00 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops33h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/259:05 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops28h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,289
Tue 5/214:27 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops22h 53mKLM
Sat 6/111:15 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops30h 44mKLM
Deal found 4/22$1,445
Tue 5/216:07 pmCMH - JNB
1 stop18h 53mDelta
Sat 6/111:15 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops29h 31mDelta
Deal found 4/22$1,459
Sat 5/47:05 amCMH - JNB
2 stops44h 40mKenya Airways
Thu 5/3012:10 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops29h 33mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/22$1,516
Tue 7/238:00 amCMH - JNB
1 stop29h 00mDelta
Sun 8/259:55 pmJNB - CMH
1 stop24h 51mDelta
Deal found 4/22$1,526
Tue 7/2310:26 amCMH - JNB
2 stops26h 34mDelta
Sun 8/259:55 pmJNB - CMH
1 stop24h 51mDelta
Deal found 4/22$1,530
Mon 6/1712:40 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops26h 40mKLM
Fri 7/1211:25 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops30h 14mKLM
Deal found 4/22$1,548
Thu 7/113:38 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops33h 37mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/209:05 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops29h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,558

One-way flights to Johannesburg from Columbus

Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to Johannesburg. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,086,534 searches. Data last updated April 23, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Columbus to Johannesburg can select one of these great deals. For those needing a return trip from Columbus, there is a search form available above.
Thu 7/117:26 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops32h 24mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/22$942
Thu 6/2012:46 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops29h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,054
Thu 6/2011:20 amCMH - JNB
3 stops34h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/22$1,167
Thu 7/1112:58 pmCMH - JNB
1 stop24h 02mDelta
Deal found 4/23$1,182
Thu 6/205:24 pmCMH - JNB
1 stop18h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,332
Thu 7/1110:59 amCMH - JNB
3 stops24h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,682

Find flights from Columbus to Johannesburg within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 3,086,534 searches. Data last updated April 23, 2024.

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Any airport

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Any airport

Budget

$1,279 - $1,726

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Return

Price

ColumbusJohannesburg OR Tambo

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Mon 6/17

2 stops33h 26m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/15

2 stops25h 37m

$1,279

ColumbusJohannesburg OR Tambo

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Tue 5/21

2 stops22h 53m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/1

2 stops30h 44m

$1,445

ColumbusJohannesburg OR Tambo

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Tue 5/21

1 stop18h 53m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/1

2 stops29h 31m

$1,459

ColumbusJohannesburg OR Tambo

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sat 5/4

2 stops44h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/30

2 stops29h 33m

$1,516

ColumbusJohannesburg OR Tambo

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Mon 6/17

2 stops26h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/12

2 stops30h 14m

$1,548

ColumbusJohannesburg OR Tambo

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sat 5/4

2 stops25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/30

3 stops36h 22m

$1,599

ColumbusJohannesburg OR Tambo

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Mon 6/24

2 stops37h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/30

2 stops34h 44m

$1,602

ColumbusJohannesburg OR Tambo

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sat 5/4

1 stop18h 06m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/30

2 stops25h 17m

$1,634

ColumbusJohannesburg OR Tambo

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Fri 4/26

2 stops35h 06m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/3

2 stops24h 52m

$1,726

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 4/22

When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip from Columbus to Johannesburg by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Columbus to Johannesburg is currently $1,227 while a round-trip flight costs $1,534. Price data was last updated on April 14, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg (average of $1,187). Flying from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,841). 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.

January

$1,187

February

$1,226

March

$1,283

April

$1,287

May

$1,390

June

$1,572

July

$1,841

August

$1,481

September

$1,324

October

$1,273

November

$1,283

December

$1,388

Temperature and rainfall in Johannesburg by month

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

JNB

Temperature

50 - 68 °F

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 April 23, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways from Columbus to Johannesburg to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
11,028 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

8.1
Very good
11,028 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,028 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

7.9
Good
1,632 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,028 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

7.7
Good
4,483 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,028 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

7.4
Good
11,272 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,028 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

7.3
Good
14,914 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,028 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Terrible flight crew that skipped our row for service multiple times.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg for under $1,300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg for under $1,300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $1,279, but on average you can expect to pay $1,647.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($1,279), KLM ($1,445), and Delta ($1,459) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg. American Airlines is 18% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $942. However, be on the lookout for offers from Ethiopian Air and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg for a low price.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg?

  • What does CMH to JNB mean?

    CMH stands for Columbus Airport, while JNB stands for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA), Pretoria Wonderboom Apt. Airport (PRY), Sun City Resort Pilansberg Airport (NTY).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Johannesburg that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Columbus to Johannesburg flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Columbus to Johannesburg with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Columbus to Johannesburg flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Columbus to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Johannesburg?

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Johannesburg that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Columbus to Johannesburg offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Columbus to Johannesburg?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Columbus to Johannesburg flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Columbus Airport to Johannesburg flight deals updated?

    The Columbus Airport to Johannesburg flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/23.

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