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$429+ Cheap flights from Accra (ACC) to OR Tambo (JNB)

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ACC — JNB
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Accra Kotoka to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in March or February, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Accra to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Accra (ACC) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$574
(RwandAir)

One-way from

$429
(ASKY)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$663

Good round-trip deal

$849 or less

Good one-way deal

$742 or less
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Cheapest flights from Accra to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Accra to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This RwandAir deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 RwandAir is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/251:30 pmACC - JNB
1 stop10h 50mRwandAir
Tue 7/13:10 amJNB - ACC
1 stop11h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 6/10$574
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/18:00 pmACC - JNB
1 stop29h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 8/318:20 amJNB - ACC
1 stop22h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/11$578
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 8/189:30 pmACC - JNB
1 stop24h 55mKenya Airways
Mon 8/255:00 pmJNB - ACC
1 stop23h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/12$580
This ASKY deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 ASKY is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1910:10 amACC - JNB
2 stops11h 55mASKY
Wed 8/275:30 amJNB - ACC
2 stops11h 40mASKY
Deal found 6/11$674
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Tue 8/268:15 pmACC - JNB
Nonstop5h 55mSouth African
Sat 8/3010:55 amJNB - ACC
Nonstop6h 05mSouth African
Deal found 6/11$791
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Wed 6/2511:00 amACC - JNB
2 stops11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/221:25 amJNB - ACC
1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$799

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Accra to OR Tambo 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Accra

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OR Tambo

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Price

AccraJohannesburg

ACC - JNB

ACCJNB

Accra Kotoka

Wed 6/25

1:30 pm-2:20 am

1 stop10h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/3

3:10 am-12:30 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$574

AccraJohannesburg

ACC - JNB

ACCJNB

Accra Kotoka

Fri 8/1

8:00 pm-3:55 am

1 stop29h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/31

8:20 am-5:15 am

1 stop22h 55m

$578

AccraJohannesburg

ACC - JNB

ACCJNB

Accra Kotoka

Mon 8/18

9:30 pm-12:25 am

1 stop24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/25

5:00 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop23h 10m

$580

AccraJohannesburg

ACC - JNB

ACCJNB

Accra Kotoka

Tue 8/19

11:00 am-12:05 am

2 stops11h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/25

5:30 am-3:10 pm

2 stops11h 40m

$674

AccraJohannesburg

ACC - JNB

ACCJNB

Accra Kotoka

Tue 8/26

8:15 pm-4:10 am

Nonstop5h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/30

10:55 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

$791

AccraJohannesburg

ACC - JNB

ACCJNB

Accra Kotoka

Wed 6/25

11:00 am-12:05 am

2 stops11h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/22

1:25 am-2:40 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$799

AccraJohannesburg

ACC - JNB

ACCJNB

Accra Kotoka

Thu 7/31

10:10 am-12:05 am

2 stops11h 55m

$429

AccraJohannesburg

ACC - JNB

ACCJNB

Accra Kotoka

Sun 8/10

12:20 pm-3:55 am

1 stop13h 35m

$524

AccraJohannesburg

ACC - JNB

ACCJNB

Accra Kotoka

Wed 6/18

6:30 pm-11:45 am

3 stops39h 15m

$534

AccraJohannesburg

ACC - JNB

ACCJNB

Accra Kotoka

Tue 10/7

8:15 pm-4:10 am

Nonstop5h 55m

$661

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The best insider tips for Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip
Airports
ACC

For a smooth departure, use self-check-in kiosks at ACC with friendly staff ready to assist.

Read more about ACCby Daniel Scheffler
JNB

Upon arrival at JNB, ensure you have two blank pages in your passport to avoid entry issues.

Read more about JNBby Paul Rubio
Our travel experts
Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on ACC

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Expert on JNB

Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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Best time to book a flight from Accra to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Accra with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Accra to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. 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 Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 ACC to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Accra to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 65% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with South African, ASKY and Ethiopian Air from Accra 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.
South African
7.5
Good
34 reviews

Food

7.4

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.0

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
4.0
Okay

Itumeleng,May 2024

CPT - JNB

One of the flight attendees was extremely rude and undermining which made my flight horrible
South African
7.5
Good
34 reviews
South African
7.5
Good
34 reviews

Food

7.4

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.0

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
4.0
Okay

Itumeleng,May 2024

CPT - JNB

One of the flight attendees was extremely rude and undermining which made my flight horrible
ASKY
7.4
Good
56 reviews
South African
7.5
Good
34 reviews

Food

7.4

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.0

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
4.0
Okay

Itumeleng,May 2024

CPT - JNB

One of the flight attendees was extremely rude and undermining which made my flight horrible
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
781 reviews
South African
7.5
Good
34 reviews

Food

7.4

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.0

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
4.0
Okay

Itumeleng,May 2024

CPT - JNB

One of the flight attendees was extremely rude and undermining which made my flight horrible
RwandAir
7.1
Good
27 reviews
South African
7.5
Good
34 reviews

Food

7.4

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.0

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
4.0
Okay

Itumeleng,May 2024

CPT - JNB

One of the flight attendees was extremely rude and undermining which made my flight horrible
Kenya Airways
6.9
Okay
265 reviews
South African
7.5
Good
34 reviews

Food

7.4

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.0

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
4.0
Okay

Itumeleng,May 2024

CPT - JNB

One of the flight attendees was extremely rude and undermining which made my flight horrible

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Accra to OR Tambo. 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 Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Most people fly from Accra Kotoka (ACC) if they book a flight from Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo. On average, Kotoka has 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 6 airlines. Accra Kotoka is conveniently located just 1.5 mi from Accra’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from $574. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Ethiopian Air, from $578, and Kenya Airways, from $580. You may be able to fly from Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 14% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is ASKY, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $429. However, be on the lookout for offers from Ethiopian Air and South African, as they are both options that can get you from Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $677. While the most popular route (Accra Kotoka - Johannesburg OR Tambo) can be booked for $580 on average our data indicates $915 when flying from Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights have a layover in Nairobi most of the time.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Nairobi?

    Nairobi National Museum, National Museums of Kenya-Nairobi Gallery, and Karen Blixen Museum are currently the most popular points of interest in Nairobi at the moment. Nairobi National Museum, National Museums of Kenya-Nairobi Gallery, and Karen Blixen Museum can be accessed by traveling approximately 8.6 mi, 8.0 mi, and 14.8 mi, respectively from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Nairobi can rent one for about $61 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Addis Ababa.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Accra to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Accra to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Accra to OR Tambo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Accra to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Accra to OR Tambo 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 Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Accra to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 Accra to OR Tambo

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Accra to OR Tambo. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air Côte d’IvoireCheapest$298Average$702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$555Average$656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$579Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
RwandAirCheapest$580Average$642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ASKYCheapest$645Average$706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
South AfricanCheapest$755Average$947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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