Cheap flights from Columbus to OR Tambo (JNB) from $1,132

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 11/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — JNB
May 9 — May 161

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 4, 2024.

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Round-trip from

$1,187

One-way from

$1,147
High demand for flights, 22% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 20% potential price drop
From Columbus to Johannesburg OR Tambo
One-way flight from Columbus to Johannesburg OR Tambo

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

Flights from Columbus to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are found to be more expensive on Sunday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

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

Flights from Columbus to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport lean towards being more expensive in April. Prices are generally better when you fly from Columbus to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in October, with the cheapest ticket starting at $1,201.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (CMH - JNB)?

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 28% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Kenya Airways flights from Columbus to OR Tambo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Kenya Airways for the route between Columbus and OR Tambo. 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 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest Kenya Airways flights traveling from Columbus to Johannesburg. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Wed 10/27:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops35h 15mKenya Airways
Tue 10/1512:10 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops35h 23mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,231
Wed 10/27:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops35h 15mKenya Airways
Mon 10/141:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops46h 18mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,274
Tue 5/217:07 amCMH - JNB
2 stops44h 38mKenya Airways
Fri 5/311:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops46h 06mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/2$1,760
Tue 5/217:07 amCMH - JNB
2 stops35h 08mKenya Airways
Fri 5/311:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops40h 27mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,843
Mon 6/177:12 amCMH - JNB
2 stops26h 38mKenya Airways
Sun 7/141:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops40h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,876
Tue 7/237:05 amCMH - JNB
2 stops26h 45mKenya Airways
Sat 8/241:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops46h 26mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,888
Thu 7/117:05 amCMH - JNB
2 stops35h 10mKenya Airways
Fri 7/191:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops40h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,918
Mon 6/177:12 amCMH - JNB
2 stops26h 38mKenya Airways
Sun 7/141:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops40h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/3$2,081
Thu 6/277:12 amCMH - JNB
2 stops35h 03mKenya Airways
Sun 7/141:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops40h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/4$2,136

Cheap Ethiopian Air flights from Columbus to OR Tambo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Ethiopian Air for the route between Columbus and OR Tambo. 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 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Ethiopian Air flights from Columbus to Johannesburg. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Wed 10/26:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Tue 10/152:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops29h 32mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/3$1,266
Tue 5/2111:59 amCMH - JNB
3 stops30h 41mEthiopian Air
Sat 6/12:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops39h 12mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/2$1,874
Tue 5/216:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 6/12:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops29h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/3$1,942
Tue 7/2312:09 pmCMH - JNB
3 stops33h 46mEthiopian Air
Sun 8/2511:00 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops30h 37mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/4$2,187
Tue 7/236:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Sun 8/2511:00 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops30h 37mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/4$2,224
Thu 7/116:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 7/202:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops29h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/4$2,270
Mon 6/176:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Fri 7/1211:00 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops30h 44mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/3$2,700

Cheap Columbus to OR Tambo flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Columbus to OR Tambo specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Prices were last updated on May 4, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Columbus to Johannesburg in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Sun 6/23:26 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops35h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/99:05 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops28h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,280
Mon 6/175:59 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops33h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/159:05 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops29h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,399
Mon 6/175:59 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops33h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/159:05 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops29h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,414
Tue 5/215:02 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops22h 18mKLM
Sat 6/111:15 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops30h 44mKLM
Deal found 5/2$1,445
Tue 5/214:27 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops22h 53mKLM
Sat 6/111:15 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops30h 44mKLM
Deal found 5/3$1,446
Thu 6/612:27 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops26h 53mKLM
Sun 6/911:15 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops28h 50mKLM
Deal found 5/3$1,529
Mon 6/1712:45 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops26h 35mKLM
Fri 7/1211:25 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops30h 14mKLM
Deal found 5/4$1,549
Thu 6/65:24 pmCMH - JNB
1 stop18h 21mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/97:00 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops34h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,564
Thu 6/610:22 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 23mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/97:00 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops47h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,569

Columbus to OR Tambo 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Columbus and OR Tambo in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Columbus to Johannesburg in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 11/206:07 amCMH - JNB
2 stops23h 58mEthiopian Air
Fri 11/292:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops30h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/3$1,132
Wed 10/27:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops35h 15mKenya Airways
Tue 10/1512:10 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops35h 23mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,231
Wed 10/26:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Tue 10/152:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops29h 32mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/3$1,266
Wed 10/27:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops35h 15mKenya Airways
Mon 10/141:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops46h 18mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,274
Sun 6/23:26 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops35h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/99:05 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops28h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,280
Wed 11/206:07 amCMH - JNB
3 stops38h 48mEthiopian Air
Fri 11/292:30 pmJNB - CMH
3 stops30h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/3$1,288
Wed 11/203:55 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops35h 20mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/291:40 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops37h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,320
Sat 12/71:23 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops37h 52mBritish Airways
Wed 12/187:45 pmJNB - CMH
2 stops31h 13mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,327
Sat 12/77:00 amCMH - JNB
2 stops44h 55mKenya Airways
Tue 12/171:15 amJNB - CMH
2 stops41h 27mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,344

One-way flights to OR Tambo from Columbus

Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to OR Tambo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Columbus to Johannesburg. For those needing a return trip from Columbus, there is a search form available above.
Thu 7/1112:28 pmCMH - JNB
2 stops45h 42mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,147
Thu 7/1112:09 pmCMH - JNB
3 stops33h 46mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/4$1,371
Thu 7/1112:58 pmCMH - JNB
1 stop24h 02mDelta
Deal found 5/4$1,432

Find flights from Columbus to OR Tambo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.

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ColumbusJohannesburg OR Tambo

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 10/2

2 stops35h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/15

2 stops35h 23m

$1,231

ColumbusJohannesburg OR Tambo

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 10/2

2 stops25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/15

3 stops29h 32m

$1,266

ColumbusJohannesburg OR Tambo

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Wed 10/2

2 stops35h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/14

2 stops46h 18m

$1,274

ColumbusJohannesburg OR Tambo

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Sun 6/2

2 stops35h 59m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

2 stops28h 58m

$1,280

ColumbusJohannesburg OR Tambo

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Mon 6/17

2 stops33h 26m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/15

2 stops29h 02m

$1,399

ColumbusJohannesburg OR Tambo

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Tue 5/21

2 stops22h 18m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/1

2 stops30h 44m

$1,445

ColumbusJohannesburg OR Tambo

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Tue 7/23

1 stop29h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/25

1 stop22h 39m

$1,526

ColumbusJohannesburg OR Tambo

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Thu 6/6

1 stop18h 21m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

2 stops34h 59m

$1,564

ColumbusJohannesburg OR Tambo

CMH - JNB

CMHJNB

Columbus

Tue 7/23

2 stops26h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/25

2 stops53h 31m

$1,597

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Deals found on 5/3

When is the cheapest time 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 April 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday 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 OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip from Columbus to OR Tambo by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Columbus to OR Tambo is currently $1,317 while a round-trip flight costs $1,398. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,187). Flying from Columbus to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo by month

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

JNB

Temperature

50 - 68 °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 4, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Air and American Airlines from Columbus to Johannesburg by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
10,838 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

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.

8.1
Very good
10,838 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,838 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

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.

7.9
Good
1,604 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,838 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

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.

7.7
Good
4,440 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,838 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

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.

7.4
Good
792 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,838 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

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.

7.3
Good
14,728 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,838 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

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.

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  • Can I find flights from Columbus to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for under $1,300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Columbus to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for under $1,300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Kenya Airways for just $1,231, but on average you can expect to pay $1,506.

  • 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 Kenya Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,231 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and American Airlines, starting at $1,266 and $1,280 round-trip. Kenya Airways is priced at 21% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $1,147. However, be on the lookout for offers from Ethiopian Air and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Columbus to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Columbus to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

  • What does CMH to JNB mean?

    CMH and JNB are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. CMH to JNB refers to a flight route from Columbus Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Dayton Airport (DAY), Cincinnati Airport (LUK), Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK), Parkersburg Wood County Airport (PKB), Lima Allen County Airport (AOH).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to OR Tambo that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Columbus to OR Tambo 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.

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    Many airlines flying from Columbus to OR Tambo 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.

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    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Columbus to OR Tambo 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 Columbus to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals updated?

    The Columbus to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/4.

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