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$904+ Cheap flights from Columbus to OR Tambo (JNB)

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 6/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — JNB
May 18 — May 251
Sun 5/18
Sun 5/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 May 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,235
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$904
(Ovago)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,558
From Columbus to Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 13, 2025.

This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/27:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops44h 55mKenya Airways
Sun 11/1612:10 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops30h 29mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/12$1,172
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/207:00 amCMH - JNB
3 stops28h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/210:00 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops27h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,174
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/27:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/151:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops41h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,199
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Thu 10/236:05 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 00mEthiopian Air
Thu 10/3010:50 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops41h 03mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/12$1,276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/202:20 pmCMH - JNB
1 stop23h 20mDelta
Sun 11/29:55 pmJNB - CMH
1 stop23h 34mDelta
Deal found 5/12$1,370
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/3010:35 amCMH - JNB
2 stops40h 00mLufthansa
Tue 9/27:00 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops34h 43mLufthansa
Deal found 5/12$1,477
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/267:57 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops37h 38mQatar Airways
Tue 10/287:50 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops32h 08mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/12$1,845
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/205:58 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops31h 02mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/87:25 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops28h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,882

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

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Columbus

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OR Tambo

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sun 6/8

7:00 am-8:35 am

2 stops43h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/15

3:05 pm-9:32 am

2 stops24h 27m

$1,235

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sun 6/8

6:05 am-5:45 pm

1 stop29h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/15

7:00 pm-11:28 pm

2 stops34h 28m

$1,410

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Thu 6/26

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/3

2:30 pm-2:14 pm

3 stops29h 44m

$1,744

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sun 6/8

6:40 am-3:50 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/14

1:15 am-11:44 am

2 stops40h 29m

$1,780

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sun 7/20

5:58 pm-7:00 am

2 stops31h 02m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/8

7:25 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops28h 10m

$1,882

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sun 7/20

8:00 am-7:40 pm

1 stop29h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/8

11:15 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops29h 40m

$1,916

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Fri 6/27

2:06 pm-8:35 am

2 stops36h 29m

$904

ColumbusJohannesburg

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Fri 6/27

10:10 am-7:40 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$1,203

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Deals found on 5/12

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 May 13, 2025.

When flying from Columbus to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 May 13, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,949 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
7,949 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,949 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
8,724 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,949 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,949 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
775 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,949 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
6.8
Okay
262 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,949 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbus to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,235 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways, starting at $1,744 and $1,780 round-trip. United Airlines is priced at 25% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Columbus 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 5 airlines flying from Columbus to OR Tambo

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 May 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,092Average$1,409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,133Average$1,294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,181Average$2,003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,374Average$1,927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,426Average$1,926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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