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$738+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) 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 3/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — JNB
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Portland to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/202:47 pmPDX - JNB
2 stops30h 48mBritish Airways
Mon 12/2210:00 pmJNB - PDX
2 stops34h 01mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/16$2,392
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1911:53 amPDX - JNB
2 stops36h 32mBritish Airways
Sat 1/1710:00 pmJNB - PDX
1 stop27h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/16$2,459
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Fri 12/196:10 amPDX - JNB
1 stop26h 50mDelta
Sat 1/177:20 pmJNB - PDX
2 stops35h 39mDelta
Deal found 12/18$2,862
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/257:10 amPDX - JNB
3 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/22:30 pmJNB - PDX
3 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$3,027
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/192:47 pmPDX - JNB
2 stops53h 23mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/171:40 pmJNB - PDX
3 stops42h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$3,119
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/195:10 amPDX - JNB
2 stops41h 30mQatar Airways
Sat 1/171:45 pmJNB - PDX
2 stops41h 02mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/17$3,230
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2011:01 pmPDX - JNB
2 stops35h 09mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/2211:00 pmJNB - PDX
3 stops55h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$3,275
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/217:10 amPDX - JNB
3 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/42:30 pmJNB - PDX
3 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$3,342

Find flight deals from Portland to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) 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

$1,137
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$738
(FlightHub)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,738
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Sat 1/31

7:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops25h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/7

10:00 pm-11:06 pm

2 stops35h 06m

$1,137

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Fri 2/6

1:25 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop22h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/16

11:59 pm-5:33 pm

2 stops27h 34m

$1,157

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Mon 1/19

6:50 am-10:05 pm

2 stops29h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/4

7:20 pm-7:13 pm

2 stops33h 53m

$1,161

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Wed 1/14

6:30 am-10:05 pm

2 stops29h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/21

7:20 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops32h 15m

$1,161

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Fri 2/6

6:50 am-7:00 pm

1 stop26h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/16

11:59 pm-5:33 pm

2 stops27h 34m

$1,174

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Mon 1/12

9:45 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop35h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/19

7:20 pm-7:13 pm

2 stops33h 53m

$1,180

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Mon 1/19

11:59 am-7:00 pm

1 stop21h 01m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/4

10:00 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops30h 50m

$1,192

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Mon 1/12

5:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops27h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/19

7:45 pm-12:39 am

2 stops38h 54m

$1,193

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Wed 3/11

1:36 pm-3:55 am

2 stops29h 19m

$738

PortlandJohannesburg

PDX - JNB

PDXJNB

Portland

Wed 3/11

2:25 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$838

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to Johannesburg

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

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

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

Booking 19 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Portland 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 Portland to Johannesburg?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Johannesburg (average of $1,037). Flying from Portland to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,508). 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 PDX to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Portland to Johannesburg in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Portland 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 December 18, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM, and United Airlines from Portland 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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
8,009 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,428 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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
9,093 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,585 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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 Portland 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 Portland to Johannesburg?

    Portland (PDX) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Portland to Johannesburg. You should not have trouble finding flights to Johannesburg from Portland; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the Portland airport to Johannesburg. It is only a 6.0 mi journey to Portland (PDX) from Portland’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Portland to Johannesburg?

    A quick flight from Portland to Johannesburg can take about 22h 40m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,157. The distance from Portland to Johannesburg is about 10335 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    American Airlines, at $1,062, was found to be the cheapest airline from Portland to Johannesburg.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include British Airways and Qatar Airways. American Airlines is priced at 30% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Johannesburg (average of $1,037). Flying from Portland to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,508). 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 6 airlines flying from Portland to Johannesburg

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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$1,062Average$1,363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,077Average$1,520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,143Average$1,433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,160Average$1,526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$1,170Average$1,598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$1,284Average$1,613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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