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$784+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) 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 8/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — JNB
Jul 23 — Jul 301
Wed 7/23
Wed 7/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in November or May, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,172
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$784
(Kenya Airways)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,581
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 18, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Tue 12/25:19 pmRDU - JNB
2 stops34h 31mTurkish Airlines
Thu 12/117:10 pmJNB - RDU
2 stops35h 34mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/17$1,172
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Tue 9/166:59 pmRDU - JNB
2 stops38h 51mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/215:00 pmJNB - RDU
2 stops27h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/17$1,183
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Tue 9/166:00 amRDU - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Sun 9/2110:50 pmJNB - RDU
3 stops45h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/17$1,229
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Sun 8/319:00 amRDU - JNB
2 stops42h 35mQatar Airways
Sun 9/78:25 pmJNB - RDU
2 stops29h 22mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/17$1,244
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Tue 9/168:00 pmRDU - JNB
2 stops31h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/219:15 pmJNB - RDU
1 stop22h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/17$1,285
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 9/163:25 pmRDU - JNB
1 stop20h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/213:05 pmJNB - RDU
2 stops24h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/16$1,321
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/163:40 pmRDU - JNB
1 stop34h 55mLufthansa
Sun 9/217:00 pmJNB - RDU
1 stop24h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 7/17$1,328
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/25:38 amRDU - JNB
2 stops21h 47mBritish Airways
Sat 12/137:35 pmJNB - RDU
2 stops34h 01mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/17$1,367
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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.
Sat 8/307:06 amRDU - JNB
2 stops45h 49mKenya Airways
Fri 9/51:25 amJNB - RDU
2 stops41h 59mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/16$1,389
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/3110:00 amRDU - JNB
3 stops65h 20mSWISS
Sun 9/77:35 pmJNB - RDU
3 stops56h 23mSWISS
Deal found 7/17$1,422

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

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Raleigh

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OR Tambo

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Price

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 12/2

5:19 pm-10:50 am

2 stops34h 31m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

7:10 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops35h 34m

$1,172

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/16

6:59 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops38h 51m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/21

5:00 pm-2:17 pm

2 stops27h 17m

$1,183

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/16

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/21

10:50 pm-2:10 pm

3 stops45h 20m

$1,229

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 8/31

9:00 am-9:35 am

2 stops42h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/7

8:25 pm-7:47 pm

2 stops29h 22m

$1,244

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/16

8:00 pm-9:25 am

2 stops31h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/21

9:15 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$1,285

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/16

3:25 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/21

3:05 pm-9:29 am

2 stops24h 24m

$1,321

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/16

3:40 pm-8:35 am

1 stop34h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/21

7:00 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop24h 45m

$1,328

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 12/2

5:38 am-10:25 am

2 stops21h 47m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/13

7:35 pm-10:36 pm

2 stops34h 01m

$1,367

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/30

7:06 am-10:55 am

2 stops45h 49m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/5

1:25 am-1:24 pm

2 stops41h 59m

$1,389

RaleighJohannesburg

RDU - JNB

RDUJNB

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 8/31

10:00 am-9:20 am

3 stops65h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/7

7:35 pm-9:58 pm

3 stops56h 23m

$1,422

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to OR Tambo

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on July 11, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 43 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,681). 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 RDU to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 38% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons 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 July 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Cathay Pacific, and SWISS from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,958 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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
7,958 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,958 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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!
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
935 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,958 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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!
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,661 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,958 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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
3,605 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,958 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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
8,864 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,958 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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 Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    If you book a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Raleigh, you will be flying from Raleigh-Durham, which is the city’s only airport. Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is located 11.1 mi from the center of Raleigh. There are 0 flights from Raleigh-Durham to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 6 different airlines.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from $1,172. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Ethiopian Air, from $1,229, and Qatar Airways, from $1,244. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 21% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $830 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Cathay Pacific from $1,031 and United Airlines from $1,135 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,681). 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 Raleigh to OR Tambo

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 July 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$949Average$1,409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,071Average$1,384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,080Average$1,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,099Average$1,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,212Average$1,601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,327Average$1,725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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