Cheap flights to OR Tambo from $612

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CMH — JNB
May 25 — Jun 11

Flights to OR Tambo in 2024

Find the latest flights to OR Tambo in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,663,308 searches and data was last updated on May 20, 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,358

Round-trip from

$955

One-way from

$612
High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From New York to Johannesburg
One-way flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

Cheap flights to OR Tambo Airport in May & June 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to OR Tambo Airport in May and June 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,663,308 searches and data was last updated on May 20, 2024.
The deals listed below are some of the cheapest flights available to Johannesburg in May and June 2024. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
Mon 5/2710:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 7/1411:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/20$1,168
Sun 6/212:30 amJFK - JNB
2 stops50h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/245:00 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$1,237
Tue 6/49:45 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Thu 6/2010:35 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops27h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/20$1,250
Mon 5/2710:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 7/1311:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/20$1,252
Sun 6/1610:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 6/3010:35 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops27h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/20$1,259
Mon 6/310:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/2411:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/20$1,276
Mon 5/2710:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 7/1611:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/20$1,277
Sun 5/2610:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 7/1411:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/20$1,300
Sun 6/169:45 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Fri 6/284:00 amJNB - EWR
2 stops21h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/20$1,306

OR Tambo Airport 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for OR Tambo Airport in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,663,308 searches and data were last updated on May 20, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing to Johannesburg in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Sun 10/279:55 pmJFK - JNB
3 stops44h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/34:00 amJNB - JFK
3 stops45h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/20$1,076
Thu 9/121:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop20h 05mKenya Airways
Sat 9/215:00 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop20h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/20$1,078
Thu 10/109:45 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Sat 10/1911:00 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops26h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/20$1,089
Tue 9/31:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop20h 05mKenya Airways
Sun 9/151:15 amJNB - JFK
1 stop21h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/20$1,091
Sat 10/1210:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 10/1911:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/20$1,093
Fri 12/69:15 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air
Sat 12/144:00 amJNB - EWR
2 stops22h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/20$1,094
Thu 8/89:45 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Fri 9/1311:00 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops26h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/20$1,095
Sat 10/129:45 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/1611:00 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops26h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/20$1,096
Sat 11/21:10 amJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 40mTurkish Airlines
Wed 11/207:05 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop23h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/20$1,097

Flights to OR Tambo Airport departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to OR Tambo Airport, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,663,308 searches and data was last updated on May 20, 2024.
Users traveling to Johannesburg last-minute should check out these flights departing soon. Make sure the flight you book matches the day, time, and destination you're looking for.
Mon 5/2710:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 7/1411:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/20$1,168
Mon 5/2710:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 7/1311:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/20$1,252
Mon 5/2710:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 7/1611:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/20$1,277
Sun 5/2610:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 7/1411:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/20$1,300
Mon 5/2710:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 6/310:35 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops51h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/19$1,323
Sat 5/2510:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 7/1411:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/20$1,327
Sat 5/255:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/29:55 amJNB - JFK
2 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$1,336
Sun 5/2610:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 6/2010:35 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops51h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/19$1,356
Mon 5/277:25 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/141:15 amJNB - JFK
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$1,357

One-way flights to OR Tambo Airport

Explore one-way flight options to OR Tambo Airport for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,663,308 searches and data was last updated on May 20, 2024.
If you're looking for options on one-way flights to Johannesburg, check out these fares. Those seeking round-trip flights to Johannesburg should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Mon 9/21:00 pmEWR - JNB
1 stop36h 10mEgypt Air
Deal found 5/19$612
Mon 9/161:00 pmEWR - JNB
1 stop36h 10mEgypt Air
Deal found 5/19$635
Sat 8/171:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop38h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/19$638
Sat 9/71:00 pmEWR - JNB
1 stop36h 10mEgypt Air
Deal found 5/18$657
Sun 9/811:00 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops51h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$660
Mon 7/2911:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$665
Sat 8/171:00 pmEWR - JNB
1 stop36h 10mEgypt Air
Deal found 5/19$669
Fri 8/1612:30 amJFK - JNB
3 stops50h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$673
Sun 6/161:30 amJFK - JNB
3 stops57h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$683

Direct flights to OR Tambo Airport

Mon 6/38:45 pmEWR - JNB
Nonstop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/2410:00 pmJNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/20$1,490
Wed 6/128:45 pmEWR - JNB
Nonstop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/268:00 pmJNB - EWR
Nonstop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/20$1,612
Wed 8/148:45 pmEWR - JNB
Nonstop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/258:00 pmJNB - EWR
Nonstop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/20$1,645
Tue 8/138:45 pmEWR - JNB
Nonstop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/208:00 pmJNB - EWR
Nonstop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/20$1,662
Mon 6/38:45 pmEWR - JNB
Nonstop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/138:00 pmJNB - EWR
Nonstop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/20$1,665
Fri 8/98:45 pmEWR - JNB
Nonstop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/208:00 pmJNB - EWR
Nonstop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/20$1,712
Mon 7/88:45 pmEWR - JNB
Nonstop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/168:00 pmJNB - EWR
Nonstop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/20$1,787
Sat 7/138:45 pmEWR - JNB
Nonstop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/278:00 pmJNB - EWR
Nonstop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/20$1,802
Thu 8/158:45 pmEWR - JNB
Nonstop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/248:00 pmJNB - EWR
Nonstop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/20$1,805

Find flights to OR Tambo within your budget

Locate flights to OR Tambo that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,663,308 searches and data was last updated on May 20, 2024.

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Budget

$955 - $1,321

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Price

NewarkJohannesburg OR Tambo

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sun 11/3

2 stops23h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/20

2 stops27h 15m

$955

NewarkJohannesburg OR Tambo

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 10/10

1 stop27h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/27

1 stop34h 35m

$1,096

New York John F Kennedy IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/15

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/23

1 stop21h 30m

$1,202

NewarkJohannesburg OR Tambo

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 9/16

1 stop36h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/30

1 stop42h 15m

$1,234

New York John F Kennedy IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 6/2

2 stops50h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/24

1 stop20h 35m

$1,237

NewarkJohannesburg OR Tambo

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 11/13

1 stop32h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/20

1 stop25h 15m

$1,253

NewarkJohannesburg OR Tambo

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 9/16

1 stop29h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/17

1 stop23h 45m

$1,307

NewarkJohannesburg OR Tambo

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Tue 9/3

1 stop33h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/18

1 stop26h 00m

$1,314

NewarkJohannesburg OR Tambo

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Tue 10/1

Nonstop14h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/31

1 stop25h 25m

$1,321

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Average price of flights to OR Tambo Airport by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to OR Tambo is currently $655 while a round-trip flight costs $1,213. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to OR Tambo (average of $1,192). Flying to OR Tambo in July will prove the most costly (average of $1,781). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$1,192

February

$1,221

March

$1,283

April

$1,280

May

$1,401

June

$1,572

July

$1,781

August

$1,491

September

$1,341

October

$1,269

November

$1,289

December

$1,388

Temperature and rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

JNB

Temperature

50 - 68 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to OR Tambo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

When is the best time to book a flight to OR Tambo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
The best time to book flights to OR Tambo is 58 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.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to OR Tambo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to OR Tambo should consider flying on Sunday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Monday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.
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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 May 20, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Ethiopian Air, Turkish Airlines and American Airlines to Johannesburg to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
3,936 reviews

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8.1
Very good
3,936 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,936 reviews

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8.0
Very good
10,615 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,936 reviews

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.9
Good
1,555 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,936 reviews

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.9
Good
47 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,936 reviews

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

7.7
Good
4,372 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,936 reviews

Entertainment

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

After massive upgrades for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) is vastly different to the disorganized airport of only a few years ago. South Africa’s main hub and Africa’s busiest airport, it processes nearly 18 million passengers each year from destinations around the world and is the point of entry for nearly every visitor to South Africa.

Many flights to OR Tambo Airport come from other parts of Africa, including Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth, Bloemfontein, George, Maputo, Harare and Gabarone. However, there are also regular flights from major international destinations such as London, Paris, Cairo, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Dubai, Madrid, Athens, Mumbai, Sydney, Singapore, Bangkok, Lisbon and Istanbul.

As the gateway to the wonders of South Africa, including nearby Kruger National Park and the historic townships of Alexandra and Soweto, Johannesburg’s improved airport gets high marks for service. The spacious terminals are perfectly adequate for a long stopover.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to OR Tambo if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to OR Tambo on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to OR Tambo?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, SAUDIA is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to OR Tambo.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in OR Tambo?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in OR Tambo. One-way flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport typically cost $32, while round-trip flights cost around $46.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to OR Tambo?

    A round-trip flight to OR Tambo will typically cost around $1,139, however they can be found for as little as $46.

  • Where does the fastest flight to OR Tambo depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to OR Tambo, New York offers the quickest one-way flight (14 hours 35 minutes).

  • Does Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Protea Hotel by Marriott Transit O.R. Tambo Airport is the closest property to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (0.0 mi away from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport).

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