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$96+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Mthatha (UTT)

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 2/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — UTT
Mar 13 — Mar 201
Fri 3/13
Fri 3/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Mthatha Umtata are usually found in May or June, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Mthatha

Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Mthatha
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Mthatha. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 11, 2026.

This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 3/2612:25 pm
JNB
-
UTT
Nonstop1h 20m
Airlink
Thu 4/25:40 pm
UTT
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 2/9$188
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 2/1910:05 am
JNB
-
UTT
Nonstop1h 20m
Airlink
Sun 2/225:40 pm
UTT
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 2/10$205
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Sun 2/1510:05 am
JNB
-
UTT
Nonstop1h 20m
Airlink
Sun 2/225:40 pm
UTT
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 2/10$211
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 8/1312:25 pm
JNB
-
UTT
Nonstop1h 20m
Airlink
Mon 8/172:15 pm
UTT
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 2/10$232
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 2/132:10 pm
JNB
-
UTT
Nonstop1h 20m
Airlink
Sun 2/152:15 pm
UTT
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 2/9$239
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 2/132:10 pm
JNB
-
UTT
Nonstop1h 20m
Airlink
Fri 2/204:00 pm
UTT
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 2/9$262

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Mthatha (UTT). 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 February 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$188
(Airlink)

One-way from

$96
(Airlink)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$212

Good round-trip deal

$243 or less

Good one-way deal

$108 or less
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mthatha that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Mthatha

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMthatha

JNB - UTT

JNBUTT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/26

12:25 pm-1:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Mthatha Umtata

Thu 4/2

5:40 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$188

JohannesburgMthatha

JNB - UTT

JNBUTT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/6

12:25 pm-1:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$96

JohannesburgMthatha

JNB - UTT

JNBUTT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/26

3:50 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$96

JohannesburgMthatha

JNB - UTT

JNBUTT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/1

12:25 pm-1:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$97

JohannesburgMthatha

JNB - UTT

JNBUTT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/15

6:15 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$97

JohannesburgMthatha

JNB - UTT

JNBUTT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/21

6:15 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$97

JohannesburgMthatha

JNB - UTT

JNBUTT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/3

3:50 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$97

JohannesburgMthatha

JNB - UTT

JNBUTT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/6

6:15 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$98

JohannesburgMthatha

JNB - UTT

JNBUTT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/28

6:15 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$103

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Deals found on 2/10

Compare providers for flights from OR Tambo to Mthatha

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 Mthatha in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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-Mthatha flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Mthatha flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Mthatha flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Mthatha flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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-Mthatha 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 Mthatha

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Mthatha from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from OR Tambo to Mthatha. Price data was last updated on February 6, 2026.

Booking 50 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mthatha. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mthatha (average of $96). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mthatha in July is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 UTT?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Mthatha. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 11, 2026.

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 Mthatha as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Mthatha

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Mthatha. 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 Mthatha. Reviews last updated February 11, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mthatha, such as Airlink. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.5
Very good
84 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.3

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
8.5
Very good
84 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very good
84 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.3

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 Mthatha. 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 Mthatha from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Located just 7.1 mi from the city center, Mthatha Umtata is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Mthatha from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Booking flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Umtata (UTT) should be relatively easy as there are 8 daily inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo from 1 airline.

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

    For as low as $188, Airlink can have you in Mthatha from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 1h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 375 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Airlink, at $181, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mthatha.. Airlink is priced at 9% 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 Mthatha?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mthatha are Air France (87%), KLM (87%) and Airlink (81%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $99. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Mthatha Umtata) can be booked for $253 on average, our data indicates $176 when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mthatha.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Mthatha 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 Mthatha?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mthatha (average of $96). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mthatha in July is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 Mthatha

Discover the top airline that operate flights from OR Tambo to Mthatha. 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 February 11, 2026.
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AirlinkCheapest$181Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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