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$1,475+ Cheap flights from Knoxville (TYS) to OR Tambo (JNB)

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 8/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYS — JNB
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Knoxville to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Knoxville (TYS) 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,475
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Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$2,249
From Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Cheapest flights from Knoxville to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Knoxville to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/157:00 amTYS - JNB
2 stops44h 35mQatar Airways
Fri 8/221:55 pmJNB - TYS
2 stops37h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/1$1,475
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Tue 7/295:45 amTYS - JNB
2 stops30h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/53:05 pmJNB - TYS
2 stops25h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,765
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/155:45 amTYS - JNB
2 stops25h 20mEthiopian Air
Fri 8/222:30 pmJNB - TYS
3 stops30h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/1$1,772
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/112:03 pmTYS - JNB
2 stops27h 17mDelta
Sun 8/109:55 pmJNB - TYS
1 stop26h 36mDelta
Deal found 7/2$2,142
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/1512:45 pmTYS - JNB
3 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/222:30 pmJNB - TYS
3 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$2,694

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KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 8/15

7:00 am-9:35 am

2 stops44h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/22

1:55 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops37h 50m

$1,475

KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 7/29

5:45 am-5:45 pm

2 stops30h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/5

3:05 pm-10:27 am

2 stops25h 22m

$1,765

KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 8/15

5:45 am-1:05 pm

2 stops25h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/22

2:30 pm-2:40 pm

3 stops30h 10m

$1,772

KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 8/1

12:03 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops27h 17m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/10

9:55 pm-6:31 pm

1 stop26h 36m

$2,142

KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 8/15

12:45 pm-5:30 am

3 stops34h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/22

2:30 pm-2:40 pm

3 stops30h 10m

$2,694

KnoxvilleJohannesburg

TYS - JNB

TYSJNB

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 7/15

2:30 pm-9:20 am

3 stops36h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/26

7:35 pm-8:57 pm

3 stops31h 22m

$3,023

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Deals found on 7/1

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Knoxville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,689). 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 TYS to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Knoxville 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 July 3, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Knoxville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 44% on airfare.

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 July 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Knoxville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, such as Delta, Qatar Airways, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
7,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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!
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,594 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
8,861 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
787 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
9,681 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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 airport do you fly from for flights from Knoxville to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Located just 11.3 mi from the city center, Knoxville McGhee Tyson is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Knoxville. Booking flights from McGhee Tyson (TYS) to Johannesburg OR Tambo should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from 1 airline.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Knoxville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from $1,475. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $1,765, and Ethiopian Air, from $1,772. These flights start at 12% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Knoxville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,689). 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 airline flying from Knoxville to OR Tambo

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