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$60+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Richards Bay (RCB)

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 1/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — RCB
Dec 12 — Dec 191
Fri 12/12
Fri 12/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Richards Bay are usually found in March or February, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Richards Bay

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Richards Bay (RCB). 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 November 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$139
(Airlink)

One-way from

$60
(Airlink)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$167

Good one-way deal

$67 or less
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Richards Bay
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Richards Bay. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 12, 2025.

This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Airlink is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2710:35 amJNB - RCB
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Mon 12/112:25 pmRCB - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Deal found 11/12$139
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Airlink is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/16:30 amJNB - RCB
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Wed 12/35:50 pmRCB - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Deal found 11/12$150
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Airlink is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/2410:35 amJNB - RCB
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Sun 12/215:50 pmRCB - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Deal found 11/11$161
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Airlink is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2610:35 amJNB - RCB
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Fri 1/212:25 pmRCB - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Deal found 11/11$175
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Airlink is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2710:35 amJNB - RCB
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Fri 11/285:50 pmRCB - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Deal found 11/12$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/210:35 amJNB - RCB
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Thu 12/45:50 pmRCB - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Deal found 11/11$211
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Airlink is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2510:35 amJNB - RCB
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Sun 12/215:50 pmRCB - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Deal found 11/11$226

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Customize your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Richards Bay 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 November 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay that are best for you.

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OR Tambo

Fly to

Richards Bay

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgRichards Bay

JNB - RCB

JNBRCB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/27

10:35 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Richards Bay

Mon 12/1

12:25 pm-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$139

JohannesburgRichards Bay

JNB - RCB

JNBRCB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/1

6:30 am-7:40 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Richards Bay

Wed 12/3

5:50 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$150

JohannesburgRichards Bay

JNB - RCB

JNBRCB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/24

10:35 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Richards Bay

Sun 12/21

5:50 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$161

JohannesburgRichards Bay

JNB - RCB

JNBRCB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/26

10:35 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Richards Bay

Fri 1/2

12:25 pm-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$175

JohannesburgRichards Bay

JNB - RCB

JNBRCB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/27

10:35 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Richards Bay

Sat 1/3

12:25 pm-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$191

JohannesburgRichards Bay

JNB - RCB

JNBRCB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/27

10:35 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Richards Bay

Fri 11/28

5:50 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$191

JohannesburgRichards Bay

JNB - RCB

JNBRCB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/2

10:35 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Richards Bay

Thu 12/4

5:50 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$211

JohannesburgRichards Bay

JNB - RCB

JNBRCB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/25

10:35 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Richards Bay

Sun 12/21

5:50 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$226

JohannesburgRichards Bay

JNB - RCB

JNBRCB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/19

6:30 am-7:40 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$60

JohannesburgRichards Bay

JNB - RCB

JNBRCB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/30

10:35 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$62

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Compare providers for flights from OR Tambo to Richards Bay

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 OR Tambo to Richards Bay in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Richards Bay flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Richards Bay flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Richards Bay flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Richards Bay flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Richards Bay 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 OR Tambo to Richards Bay

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from OR Tambo to Richards Bay. Price data was last updated on November 7, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 77 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay (average of $44). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay in December is currently the most expensive (average of $71). 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 JNB to RCB?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Richards Bay. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay as you normally would.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay?

Reviews of airlines servicing Richards Bay

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Richards Bay. 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 Richards Bay. Reviews last updated November 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Airlink from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.4
Very good
84 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.5

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8.4
Very good
84 reviews
Airlink
8.4
Very good
84 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.5

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to Richards Bay. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Richards Bay from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Richards Bay (RCB) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Richards Bay. You should not have trouble finding flights to Richards Bay from Johannesburg OR Tambo; the airport handles an average of 6 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights to the Richards Bay airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo. It is only a 4.4 mi journey from Richards Bay (RCB) to Richards Bay’s city center.

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

    A quick flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay can take about 1h 10m. Airlink provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $139. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Richards Bay are separated by a distance of 297 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay round-trip from $115. Airlink is priced at 28% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay?

    Before booking your flight to Richards Bay from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air France (63%), Turkish Airlines (59%), Airlink( 55%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay?

    On average you can expect to pay $134 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay. The cheapest flight overall is $58 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Richards Bay) is currently priced at $314.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay (average of $44). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay in December is currently the most expensive (average of $71). 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 OR Tambo to Richards Bay

Discover the top airline that operate flights from OR Tambo to Richards Bay. 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 November 12, 2025.
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AirlinkCheapest$115Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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