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$847+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Johannesburg

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 3/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — JNB
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Thu 4/9
Thu 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 10, 2026.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/26:00 pm
CMH
-
JNB
2 stops39h 50m
Kenya Airways
Sun 5/175:00 pm
JNB
-
CMH
2 stops24h 56m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/7$1,146
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/216:10 am
CMH
-
JNB
2 stops24h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 4/282:30 pm
JNB
-
CMH
3 stops29h 41m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/7$1,165
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/18:00 am
CMH
-
JNB
2 stops44h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/1712:10 pm
JNB
-
CMH
2 stops29h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,191
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/26:00 pm
CMH
-
JNB
2 stops58h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/175:00 pm
JNB
-
CMH
2 stops26h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,197
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/16:00 am
CMH
-
JNB
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 5/172:30 pm
JNB
-
CMH
3 stops29h 41m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/7$1,201
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/12:21 pm
CMH
-
JNB
2 stops36h 39m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/88:55 pm
JNB
-
CMH
2 stops31h 49m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/9$1,211
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/216:00 pm
CMH
-
JNB
2 stops48h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/2812:10 pm
JNB
-
CMH
2 stops35h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,225
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/1212:07 pm
CMH
-
JNB
2 stops33h 48m
Qatar Airways
Thu 3/198:30 pm
JNB
-
CMH
2 stops31h 02m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/7$1,231
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/1212:07 pm
CMH
-
JNB
2 stops33h 48m
Qatar Airways
Mon 3/2312:45 pm
JNB
-
CMH
2 stops35h 17m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/5$1,312
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/22:52 pm
CMH
-
JNB
2 stops35h 58m
Qatar Airways
Sun 5/178:40 pm
JNB
-
CMH
2 stops32h 42m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/7$1,325
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/2610:20 am
CMH
-
JNB
2 stops35h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 4/62:55 pm
JNB
-
CMH
2 stops35h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/6$1,334
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/172:36 pm
CMH
-
JNB
2 stops31h 19m
Qatar Airways
Mon 3/238:30 pm
JNB
-
CMH
2 stops32h 58m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/8$1,381

Find flight deals from Columbus to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 March 10, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,146
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$847
(oojo)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,548
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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Tue 4/21

5:00 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/28

11:15 pm-11:14 pm

2 stops29h 59m

$1,606

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sat 5/2

12:34 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop25h 06m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/17

8:25 pm-5:54 pm

2 stops27h 29m

$1,625

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Mon 5/25

7:07 am-9:20 pm

2 stops32h 13m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/24

11:15 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops29h 20m

$1,641

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Fri 4/17

5:38 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop18h 52m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/21

7:00 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$1,721

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Tue 5/26

4:49 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop20h 51m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/24

11:15 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops29h 20m

$1,726

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Tue 4/21

5:00 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/28

9:55 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop26h 34m

$1,754
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sat 5/2

3:54 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop20h 36m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/17

10:00 pm-12:49 pm

1 stop20h 49m

$1,755

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Thu 8/6

12:50 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop24h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/22

9:55 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop26h 54m

$1,836

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 5/27

10:10 am-7:40 pm

1 stop27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/24

11:15 pm-8:46 pm

2 stops27h 31m

$1,864

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Thu 8/6

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/22

2:30 pm-2:17 pm

3 stops29h 47m

$1,883

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Deals found on 3/10

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to Johannesburg?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Johannesburg (average of $1,154). Flying from Columbus to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,567). 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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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 March 10, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to Johannesburg, such as Delta and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,276 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,276 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,276 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,409 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,276 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to Johannesburg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Johannesburg?

    For as low as $1,606, Delta can have you in Johannesburg from Columbus in 20h 40m. The distance from Columbus to Johannesburg is about 8428 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    United Airlines, at $1,374, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus to Johannesburg. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Delta. United Airlines is 13% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbus to Johannesburg?

    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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to Johannesburg?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Johannesburg (average of $1,154). Flying from Columbus to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,567). 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 2 airlines flying from Columbus to Johannesburg

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 March 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,374Average$1,624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,509Average$1,896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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