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$67+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Johannesburg

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CPT — JNB
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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 diciembre 16, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/165:45 amCPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
mar. 12/167:35 pmJNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 12/15$122
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/197:00 amCPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
lun. 1/198:05 pmJNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$132
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Airlink is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/256:25 pmCPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
mié. 12/318:35 pmJNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mAirlink
Deal found 12/15$135
This Lift deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lift is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/257:00 pmCPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mLift
jue. 1/16:30 amJNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mLift
Deal found 12/14$143
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/165:35 pmCPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
mié. 12/178:30 pmJNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 12/16$147
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/268:40 pmCPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
mié. 1/148:30 pmJNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 12/15$156
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/267:50 pmCPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
mié. 1/144:45 pmHLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 12/15$159
This Lift deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lift is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/165:00 pmCPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mLift
dom. 12/217:00 pmJNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mLift
Deal found 12/16$159
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lun. 12/298:55 pmCPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mMultiple Airlines
jue. 1/17:00 pmJNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$161
This Lift deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lift is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/188:00 amCPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mLift
dom. 12/217:00 pmJNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mLift
Deal found 12/15$163
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/157:15 pmCPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
mié. 12/178:30 pmJNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 12/15$165
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/247:00 pmCPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
vie. 1/28:05 pmJNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$168

Find 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 diciembre 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$111
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$67
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$178
From Cape Town Intl to Johannesburg
One-way flight from Cape Town Intl to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($10 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($3 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

sáb. 4/25

6:05 am-8:10 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 5/2

3:05 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$121

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

sáb. 3/14

6:05 am-8:10 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 3/16

5:40 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$121

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

sáb. 2/7

6:05 am-8:10 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 2/9

4:25 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$127

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - HLA

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

jue. 1/15

6:20 am-8:25 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg Lanseria

jue. 1/15

12:05 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$136

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

lun. 2/16

6:25 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 2/17

5:40 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$149

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

mar. 3/10

7:00 am-9:05 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 3/13

8:35 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$156

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

mié. 3/11

7:00 am-9:05 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 3/13

8:35 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$156

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - HLA

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

vie. 12/26

7:50 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Johannesburg Lanseria

mié. 1/14

4:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$159

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

mié. 3/4

6:05 am-8:10 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 3/5

7:30 am-9:45 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$161

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - HLA

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

mié. 3/4

3:00 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Johannesburg Lanseria

jue. 3/5

3:40 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$178

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 $53). Flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg in October is currently the most expensive (average of $76). 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 diciembre 16, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Cape Town to Johannesburg is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 27% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons 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 diciembre 16, 2025.

The most flights from CPT to ZA1 are scheduled on a Monday (119 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (89 on average).

How often are flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg delayed?

About 6% of weekly flights between Cape Town and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 105 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cape Town to Johannesburg flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cape Town to Johannesburg flights?

Over the last year, FlySafair have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 3% of flights being delayed.

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 diciembre 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink, FlySafair, and South African from Cape Town to Johannesburg by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.5
Very good

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.0

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.9

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
8.5
Very good
8.5
Very good

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.0

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.9

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
8.5
Very good

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.0

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.9

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
8.5
Very good

Entertainment

6.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.0

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.9

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?

    If you book a flight to Johannesburg from Cape Town, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 9.7 mi from the center of Cape Town. There are 102 flights from Cape Town Intl to Johannesburg per day from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

    There are many flights that can get you from Cape Town to Johannesburg in 2h 05m. Fly via Airlink or FlySafair to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 790 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Flying on Cemair is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg, with prices starting at $55. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Airlink and FlySafair, with the lowest prices starting at $64 and $73, respectively. These flights start at 62% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $43 on FlySafair. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Lift from $47 and Airlink from $55 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg are TAAG (100%), LATAM Airlines (90%) and Kenya Airways (89%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $73. While the most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Johannesburg Lanseria) can be booked for $71 on average, our data indicates $533 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 vacation 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 $53). Flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg in October is currently the most expensive (average of $76). 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 5 airlines flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Discover the top 5 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated diciembre 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CemairCheapest$58Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AirlinkCheapest$66Average$132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LiftCheapest$85Average$159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FlySafairCheapest$90Average$145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
South AfricanCheapest$106Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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