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Cheap flights from Louisville (SDF) to Johannesburg from $1,200

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Cheap 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 May 1, 2024.

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August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,244

Round-trip from

$1,187
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Louisville to Johannesburg?

Friday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 36%.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Louisville to Johannesburg?

Flights from Louisville to Johannesburg lean towards being more expensive in August. Prices are generally better when you fly from Louisville to Johannesburg in January, with the cheapest ticket starting at $1,076.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Louisville to Johannesburg (SDF - JNB)?

It’s optimal to fly from Louisville to Johannesburg in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 40% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Ethiopian Air flights from Louisville to Johannesburg

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Ethiopian Air for the route between Louisville 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 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Ethiopian Air flights heading from Louisville to Johannesburg. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Tue 10/156:00 amSDF - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/302:30 pmJNB - SDF
3 stops30h 17mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/30$1,322
Tue 10/1510:50 amSDF - JNB
3 stops35h 05mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/302:30 pmJNB - SDF
3 stops30h 17mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/30$1,392
Tue 5/1412:48 pmSDF - JNB
3 stops29h 52mEthiopian Air
Tue 5/212:30 pmJNB - SDF
3 stops35h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/30$2,524
Thu 5/3011:55 amSDF - JNB
3 stops34h 00mEthiopian Air
Thu 6/62:30 pmJNB - SDF
3 stops30h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/30$6,401
Mon 6/179:30 amSDF - JNB
3 stops36h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 6/242:30 pmJNB - SDF
3 stops30h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/30$6,471
Thu 5/306:00 amSDF - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Thu 6/62:30 pmJNB - SDF
3 stops30h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/30$7,301

Cheap Delta flights from Louisville to Johannesburg

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Louisville 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 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Delta flights traveling from Louisville to Johannesburg. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Tue 10/158:40 amSDF - JNB
1 stop28h 20mDelta
Wed 10/309:55 pmJNB - SDF
1 stop27h 04mDelta
Deal found 4/30$1,726
Tue 10/157:00 amSDF - JNB
2 stops30h 00mDelta
Wed 10/309:55 pmJNB - SDF
1 stop28h 51mDelta
Deal found 4/30$1,730
Tue 5/145:44 pmSDF - JNB
1 stop19h 16mDelta
Tue 5/219:55 pmJNB - SDF
1 stop22h 17mDelta
Deal found 4/30$3,826

Cheap Louisville to Johannesburg flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Louisville to Johannesburg specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Prices were last updated on May 1, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Louisville to Johannesburg in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Tue 5/146:46 amSDF - JNB
2 stops44h 39mBritish Airways
Tue 5/217:20 pmJNB - SDF
2 stops33h 02mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/30$1,441
Tue 5/1412:48 pmSDF - JNB
1 stop22h 57mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/217:00 pmJNB - SDF
2 stops33h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,464
Tue 5/1412:48 pmSDF - JNB
3 stops29h 52mEthiopian Air
Tue 5/212:30 pmJNB - SDF
3 stops35h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/30$2,524
Tue 5/145:44 pmSDF - JNB
1 stop19h 16mDelta
Tue 5/219:55 pmJNB - SDF
1 stop22h 17mDelta
Deal found 4/30$3,826
Thu 5/3011:55 amSDF - JNB
3 stops34h 00mEthiopian Air
Thu 6/62:30 pmJNB - SDF
3 stops30h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/30$6,401
Thu 5/3011:55 amSDF - JNB
2 stops40h 10mTurkish Airlines
Thu 6/66:05 pmJNB - SDF
2 stops34h 39mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/30$6,634
Thu 5/306:00 amSDF - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Thu 6/62:30 pmJNB - SDF
3 stops30h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/30$7,301

Louisville to Johannesburg 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Louisville and Johannesburg in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Louisville to Johannesburg in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Tue 10/156:02 pmSDF - JNB
2 stops33h 23mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/309:35 pmJNB - SDF
2 stops29h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,200
Thu 11/216:02 pmSDF - JNB
2 stops33h 13mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/127:45 pmJNB - SDF
2 stops46h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,260
Tue 10/156:00 amSDF - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/302:30 pmJNB - SDF
3 stops30h 17mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/30$1,322
Tue 10/1510:50 amSDF - JNB
3 stops35h 05mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/302:30 pmJNB - SDF
3 stops30h 17mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/30$1,392
Tue 5/146:46 amSDF - JNB
2 stops44h 39mBritish Airways
Tue 5/217:20 pmJNB - SDF
2 stops33h 02mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/30$1,441
Tue 5/1412:48 pmSDF - JNB
1 stop22h 57mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/217:00 pmJNB - SDF
2 stops33h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,464
Thu 11/216:00 amSDF - JNB
2 stops24h 05mEthiopian Air
Thu 12/122:30 pmJNB - SDF
3 stops31h 17mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/1$1,662
Tue 10/158:40 amSDF - JNB
1 stop28h 20mDelta
Wed 10/309:55 pmJNB - SDF
1 stop27h 04mDelta
Deal found 4/30$1,726
Tue 10/157:00 amSDF - JNB
2 stops30h 00mDelta
Wed 10/309:55 pmJNB - SDF
1 stop28h 51mDelta
Deal found 4/30$1,730

Find flights from Louisville to Johannesburg within your budget

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 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2024.

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Louisville IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Tue 10/15

2 stops33h 23m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/30

2 stops29h 14m

$1,200

Louisville IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Tue 10/15

2 stops25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/30

3 stops30h 17m

$1,322

Louisville IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Tue 10/15

3 stops35h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/30

3 stops30h 17m

$1,392

Louisville IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Tue 5/14

2 stops44h 39m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/21

2 stops33h 02m

$1,441

Louisville IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Tue 5/14

1 stop22h 57m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/21

2 stops33h 13m

$1,464

Louisville IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Tue 10/15

1 stop28h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/30

1 stop27h 04m

$1,726

Louisville IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Tue 10/15

2 stops30h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/30

1 stop28h 51m

$1,730

Louisville IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Tue 5/14

3 stops29h 52m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/21

3 stops35h 00m

$2,524

Louisville IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Thu 5/30

2 stops40h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/6

2 stops34h 39m

$6,634

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When is the cheapest time to fly from Louisville to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Louisville to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Louisville to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday 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 Louisville to Johannesburg by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Louisville to Johannesburg is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $2,159. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Johannesburg (average of $1,187). Flying from Louisville to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,810). 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

$1,227

March

$1,283

April

$1,284

May

$1,404

June

$1,572

July

$1,810

August

$1,478

September

$1,333

October

$1,277

November

$1,283

December

$1,391

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 May 1, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Ethiopian Air and Delta from Louisville to Johannesburg to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,874 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Delta
8.1
Very good
10,874 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,874 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Turkish Airlines
7.5
Good
3,707 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,874 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Ethiopian Air
7.4
Good
794 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,874 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,788 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,874 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Lufthansa
7.0
Good
7,726 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,874 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

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 3 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Louisville to Johannesburg for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Louisville to Johannesburg for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $1,200, but on average you can expect to pay $3,591.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Louisville to Johannesburg round-trip from $1,200. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Ethiopian Air, from $1,322, and British Airways, from $1,441. American Airlines is currently priced 24% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from Louisville to Johannesburg.

  • What does SDF to JNB mean?

    SDF stands for Louisville Intl 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 Louisville to Johannesburg that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Louisville 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 Louisville to Johannesburg with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Louisville 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 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.

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

    Many airlines flying from Louisville 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 Louisville to Johannesburg?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Louisville 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 Louisville to Johannesburg flight deals updated?

    The Louisville to Johannesburg flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/1.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Louisville to Johannesburg

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