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FlightsFrom Pietermaritzburg

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Cheap Flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

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Today’s best flight deals from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

September 15 - September 27

Cheapest

PZB - Johannesburg

$114

$215

Round trip

July 27 - July 29

PZB - Johannesburg

$119

$217

Round trip

July 15 - July 22

Best

PZB - Johannesburg

$119

$217

Round trip

August 4 - August 31

PZB - Johannesburg

$105

$217

Round trip

September 12 - September 16

PZB - Johannesburg

$130

$217

Round trip

June 18 - June 19

Earliest

PZB - Johannesburg

$147

$218

Round trip

July 6 - July 10

Best

PZB - Johannesburg

$126

$218

Round trip

July 13 - July 18

Best

PZB - Johannesburg

$120

$218

Round trip

October 4 - October 7

PZB - Johannesburg

$149

$218

Round trip

December 4 - December 11

PZB - Johannesburg

$149

$218

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

A typical journey from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg takes about 2h 10m. This is considered a short-haul flight, covering a distance of 444 kilometers. Given the route's characteristics, you can expect a relatively quick travel time between these two cities.
For travelers seeking cheap flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg, fares typically range from $204–$273, with a median of $222. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. However, new deals appear almost daily, suggesting opportunities for better prices may arise.
When considering the cheapest time to fly from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg, April stands out with a median fare of $125. March also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $146. Following these, May presents a median fare of $191, making these three months generally more affordable for this route.
Regarding flight options, almost all itineraries are non-stop for flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg. This means you can expect to find direct flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg with high frequency, simplifying your travel plans and reducing overall journey time.

How much is a round trip from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

Regular price: $95 - $227

Prices for flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $95 and $227. The current lowest deal is $215 with Airlink, for travel from Sep 15 to Sep 27.

now $215

Low $95

High $227

The cheapest time to fly from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg is April, with a median price of $125. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $255. Prices are generally lower from March to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $125

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $255

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Direct flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

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Last-minute flights going from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

PZB - Johannesburg

Airlink

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$148

$293

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PZB - Johannesburg

Airlink

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$147

$218

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PZB - Johannesburg

Airlink

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$145

$218

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PZB - Johannesburg

Airlink

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$148

$218

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PZB - Johannesburg

Airlink

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$146

$218

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PZB - Johannesburg

Airlink

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$122

$279

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

2 nights

Oct 20 - Oct 22

$152  →  $218

44%

3 nights

Oct 18 - Oct 21

$152  →  $218

44%

3 nights

Oct 4 - Oct 7

$149  →  $218

46%

7 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 11

$149  →  $218

46%

Popular Airports to fly from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

Pietermaritzburg - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg are above the typical level at $215.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the cheapest prices

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $125.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 10m

The median flight time for direct flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg is 2h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available

100% of recent deals are for direct flights, indicating frequent availability on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers direct flights

Airlink is a key airline providing direct flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Historically, deals for this route appear frequently, with 0.57 deals per day.

Pietermaritzburg main airports to depart from

Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

Cheapest

Pietermaritzburg Airport offers a convenient departure point for flights to Johannesburg.

📍 ~5 km from Pietermaritzburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$215

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a primary arrival airport for flights to Johannesburg from Pietermaritzburg.

📍 ~20 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$215

Lanseria International (HLA)

Lanseria International offers an alternative arrival option for flights to Johannesburg from Pietermaritzburg.

📍 ~27 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car)

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Bloemfontein (BFN)

Cheapest

Consider Bloemfontein as an alternative arrival airport, especially if you prioritize budget over travel time.

📍 ~390 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$339

Kruger Mpumalanga International (MQP)

Kruger Mpumalanga International is a viable option for travelers heading to the eastern part of the country.

📍 ~360 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$357

Polokwane International (PTG)

Polokwane International offers an alternative for those traveling to northern Gauteng, avoiding major hub congestion.

📍 ~290 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$427

Durban International (DUR)

Durban International is a major hub to consider if direct flights to Johannesburg are unavailable.

📍 ~500 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$344

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg is typically between 14 and 27 days before departure. During this period, the average price was $197. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw an average price of $255, while booking 28-59 days out had an average price of $316. This suggests that planning a few weeks ahead can lead to better value.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg was considered to be $204 or less. The median price for this route was $222. Prices typically ranged up to $273 for the higher end of the market. Travelers aiming for a deal should target prices around or below the $204 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg are April, with a median price of $125, and March, with a median price of $146. May also offered competitive prices, with a median of $191. The annual median price for this route is $222, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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