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$1,172+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Johannesburg

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — JNB
Jul 28 — Aug 41
Mon 7/28
Mon 8/4
1 adult, Economy
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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 July 23, 2025.

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$1,172
(Gurufare)

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August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,865
From Columbus to Johannesburg
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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 July 23, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Mon 9/87:02 amCMH - JNB
2 stops26h 48mKenya Airways
Sun 9/285:00 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops24h 47mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/22$1,172
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1812:35 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops37h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/259:50 amJNB - CMH
2 stops43h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$1,300
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Mon 9/86:10 amCMH - JNB
2 stops24h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 9/2810:50 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops45h 16mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/22$1,364
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Mon 9/84:58 pmCMH - JNB
1 stop18h 47mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/283:05 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops24h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/22$1,380
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/185:50 pmCMH - JNB
1 stop19h 50mDelta
Sat 10/2511:15 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops24h 44mDelta
Deal found 7/23$1,552
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Fri 7/256:36 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops30h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/277:25 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops27h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/21$1,967
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Sat 12/139:30 amCMH - JNB
2 stops41h 00mAir Canada
Sun 1/47:45 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops32h 11mAir Canada
Deal found 7/20$2,750
This AranGrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 AranGrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/124:09 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops32h 51mBritish Airways
Fri 10/177:25 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops26h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/20$5,704

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

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Columbus

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Johannesburg

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Price

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Mon 9/8

7:02 am-3:50 pm

2 stops26h 48m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/28

5:00 pm-11:47 am

2 stops24h 47m

$1,172

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sat 10/18

12:35 pm-8:20 am

2 stops37h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/25

9:50 am-11:29 pm

2 stops43h 39m

$1,300

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Mon 9/8

6:10 am-1:05 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/28

10:50 pm-2:06 pm

3 stops45h 16m

$1,364

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Mon 9/8

4:58 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop18h 47m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/28

3:05 pm-9:36 am

2 stops24h 31m

$1,380

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sat 10/18

5:50 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/25

11:15 pm-5:59 pm

2 stops24h 44m

$1,552

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sat 12/13

9:30 am-9:30 am

2 stops41h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/4

7:45 pm-8:56 pm

2 stops32h 11m

$2,750

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sun 10/12

4:09 pm-7:00 am

2 stops32h 51m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/17

7:25 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$5,704

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/22

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,673). 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 CMH to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 July 23, 2025.

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 30% versus a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg?

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 July 23, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and Ethiopian Air from Columbus Airport 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,967 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,967 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,967 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,873 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,967 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
794 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,967 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,786 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,967 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Kenya Airways
6.9
Okay
274 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,967 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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.

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

    According to our current data, Kenya Airways ($1,172), Ethiopian Air ($1,364), and United Airlines ($1,380) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg. Kenya Airways is 27% 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 Airport to Johannesburg?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,673). 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 Columbus to Johannesburg

Discover the top 5 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 July 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,092Average$1,409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,133Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,181Average$2,003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,374Average$1,935FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,427Average$1,905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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