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$1,236+ Cheap flights from Louisville (SDF) 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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — JNB
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisville to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 29, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/307:31 pmSDF - JNB
2 stops29h 04mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/1910:00 pmJNB - SDF
2 stops30h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$1,411
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Fri 12/266:11 pmSDF - JNB
2 stops29h 54mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/98:15 pmJNB - SDF
2 stops31h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$2,024
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Sun 11/307:54 pmSDF - JNB
1 stop40h 06mDelta
Fri 12/1911:59 pmJNB - SDF
2 stops27h 52mDelta
Deal found 10/27$2,318
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/610:38 amSDF - JNB
2 stops39h 02mQatar Airways
Sun 1/41:45 pmJNB - SDF
2 stops40h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/27$2,489
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/262:20 pmSDF - JNB
1 stop21h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 1/99:55 pmJNB - SDF
1 stop29h 56mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/27$3,226
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/66:11 pmSDF - JNB
1 stop17h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/45:40 pmJNB - SDF
2 stops37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$3,306
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/262:00 pmSDF - JNB
3 stops36h 30mAir Canada
Fri 1/98:15 pmJNB - SDF
3 stops47h 44mAir Canada
Deal found 10/27$3,669

Cheap flight deals from Louisville to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Louisville (SDF) 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 October 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,236
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,799
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From Louisville Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($91 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($31 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Louisville 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 October 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Louisville

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OR Tambo

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LouisvilleJohannesburg

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Thu 3/5

6:16 pm-10:25 am

2 stops33h 09m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/9

10:00 pm-12:35 am

2 stops32h 35m

$1,236

LouisvilleJohannesburg

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Fri 2/13

6:16 pm-10:25 am

2 stops33h 09m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/20

10:00 pm-10:21 pm

2 stops31h 21m

$1,386

LouisvilleJohannesburg

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Sun 11/30

7:31 pm-7:35 am

2 stops29h 04m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/19

10:00 pm-9:54 pm

2 stops30h 54m

$1,411

LouisvilleJohannesburg

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Fri 2/13

9:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/20

10:00 pm-12:33 pm

1 stop21h 33m

$1,576

LouisvilleJohannesburg

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Thu 3/5

9:32 am-6:35 pm

2 stops26h 03m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/9

10:00 pm-1:17 pm

1 stop21h 17m

$1,832

LouisvilleJohannesburg

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Thu 3/5

12:40 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop23h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/9

11:59 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops27h 46m

$1,963

LouisvilleJohannesburg

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Fri 12/26

6:11 pm-7:05 am

2 stops29h 54m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/9

8:15 pm-8:28 pm

2 stops31h 13m

$2,024

LouisvilleJohannesburg

SDF - JNB

SDFJNB

Louisville Intl

Fri 2/13

7:23 pm-10:30 am

3 stops32h 07m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/20

8:10 pm-9:27 pm

2 stops32h 17m

$2,098

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Deals found on 10/26

Compare providers for flights from Louisville to OR Tambo

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Louisville to OR Tambo in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Louisville-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Louisville-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Louisville-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Louisville-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Louisville-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Louisville to OR Tambo

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $848). Flying from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,445). 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 SDF to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Louisville 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 October 29, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 36% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

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

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 October 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, such as American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,032 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.4

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,032 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,032 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.4

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Louisville Intl (SDF), located 5.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo. 1 airline have flights from Louisville Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis. Booking flights from Louisville Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day.

  • How long is the flight from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Departing from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport will take you 33h 09m. The distance from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 8561 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,132, American Airlines will fly you from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. American Airlines is priced at 29% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $848). Flying from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,445). 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 Louisville to OR Tambo

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Louisville 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 October 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,132Average$1,444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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