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$912+ Cheap flights from Louisville (SDF) 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 12/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — JNB
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Louisville to Johannesburg

Cheapest flights from Louisville to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisville to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/243:44 pmSDF - JNB
2 stops32h 51mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/317:35 pmJNB - SDF
2 stops29h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,686
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/243:44 pmSDF - JNB
1 stop19h 51mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/317:45 pmJNB - SDF
2 stops33h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$2,828
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/242:00 pmSDF - JNB
3 stops37h 30mAir Canada
Wed 12/318:15 pmJNB - SDF
3 stops44h 48mAir Canada
Deal found 12/16$5,611

Find flight deals from Louisville to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Louisville (SDF) 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 December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,236
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$912
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,705
From Louisville Intl to Johannesburg
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Louisville 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisville to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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LouisvilleJohannesburg

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Fri 3/13

7:57 pm-10:25 am

2 stops32h 28m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/22

10:00 pm-9:27 pm

2 stops29h 27m

$1,236

LouisvilleJohannesburg

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Sat 3/14

3:33 pm-7:35 am

2 stops34h 02m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/19

10:00 pm-9:27 pm

2 stops29h 27m

$1,236

LouisvilleJohannesburg

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Wed 2/4

10:35 am-7:35 am

2 stops38h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

7:35 pm-6:39 pm

2 stops30h 04m

$1,452

LouisvilleJohannesburg

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Sat 1/31

9:50 am-6:35 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/7

10:00 pm-12:59 pm

1 stop21h 59m

$1,507

LouisvilleJohannesburg

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Sun 1/25

10:35 am-3:55 am

2 stops34h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/29

8:30 pm-11:19 pm

2 stops33h 49m

$1,620

LouisvilleJohannesburg

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Fri 3/13

5:53 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop19h 07m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/22

11:59 pm-10:34 pm

2 stops28h 35m

$1,814

LouisvilleJohannesburg

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Wed 2/4

9:20 am-6:35 pm

2 stops26h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

10:00 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$2,277

LouisvilleJohannesburg

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Sat 1/31

3:32 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop20h 28m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/7

9:55 pm-7:39 pm

1 stop28h 44m

$2,473

LouisvilleJohannesburg

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Sun 1/25

2:05 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops21h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/29

10:00 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$2,477

LouisvilleJohannesburg

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Sat 3/14

6:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops30h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/19

10:00 pm-1:06 pm

1 stop21h 06m

$2,477

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Best time to book a flight from Louisville to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Louisville to Johannesburg

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Johannesburg (average of $847). Flying from Louisville to Johannesburg in October is currently the most expensive (average of $1,439). 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 SDF to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Louisville 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 December 18, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Louisville to Johannesburg in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 36% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 December 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines from Louisville to Johannesburg. 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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jeremy,Dec 2025

OKC - CLT

Was an okay flight. Had extra seat empty beside me so was able to stretch a bit
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jeremy,Dec 2025

OKC - CLT

Was an okay flight. Had extra seat empty beside me so was able to stretch a bit

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Louisville 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 Louisville to Johannesburg?

    Located just 5.3 mi from the city center, Louisville Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Johannesburg from Louisville. Booking flights from Louisville Intl (SDF) to Johannesburg should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Johannesburg from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Louisville to Johannesburg?

    Airlines like American Airlines, British Airways, and United Airlines fly from Louisville to Johannesburg in about 25h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 15m. Louisville and Johannesburg are separated by a distance of 8561 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Louisville to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Louisville to Johannesburg round-trip from $1,132. American Airlines is currently priced 28% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Louisville 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 Louisville to Johannesburg?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Johannesburg (average of $847). Flying from Louisville to Johannesburg in October is currently the most expensive (average of $1,439). 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 airline flying from Louisville to Johannesburg

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Louisville 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,132Average$1,444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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