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Cheap Flights from Mthatha to Johannesburg

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Today’s best flight deals from Mthatha to Johannesburg

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Mthatha to Johannesburg

December 26 - December 28

Cheapest
Best

UTT - Johannesburg

$176

$255

Round trip

August 1 - August 8

UTT - Johannesburg

$136

$258

Round trip

September 4 - September 25

UTT - Johannesburg

$113

$258

Round trip

July 21 - July 28

Best

UTT - Johannesburg

$118

$259

Round trip

July 7 - July 19

Best
Earliest

UTT - Johannesburg

$113

$259

Round trip

July 15 - July 21

Best

UTT - Johannesburg

$122

$259

Round trip

August 20 - August 21

UTT - Johannesburg

$143

$259

Round trip

August 21 - September 15

UTT - Johannesburg

$120

$259

Round trip

August 23 - September 10

UTT - Johannesburg

$123

$259

Round trip

July 29 - August 15

UTT - Johannesburg

$111

$259

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Mthatha to Johannesburg

For cheap flights from Mthatha to Johannesburg, the most affordable month to fly is April, with a median fare of $227. Other cost-effective options include October, where the median fare is $257, and August, with a median of $261. Planning your trip around these months can help secure better prices.
Fares for flights from Mthatha to Johannesburg typically range from $260–$269, with a median of $263. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. However, the share of recent fares classified as a good price is 0%, indicating that finding exceptional deals might require flexibility.
When considering the journey from Mthatha to Johannesburg, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 100% of recent fares being direct flights. This high percentage of direct options means you are very likely to find a non-stop route for your travel.
A typical journey from Mthatha to Johannesburg takes approximately 2h 40m. This duration reflects the median flight time, which is primarily for direct flights given the high share of non-stop options on this route. The relatively short flight time makes it a convenient route for travelers.
The distance between Mthatha and Johannesburg is 603 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick journey, making it suitable for brief trips or connecting travel within the region.

How much is a round trip from Mthatha to Johannesburg

Regular price: $138 - $249

Prices for flights from Mthatha to Johannesburg are currently above the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 138 USD and 249 USD. The current lowest deal is 255 USD with Airlink for travel from Dec 26-Dec 28.

now $255

Low $138

High $249

The cheapest time to fly from Mthatha to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from UTT to JNB is April, with a median price of $227. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $268. Prices are generally lower from April to October.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $227

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $268

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Direct flights from Mthatha to Johannesburg

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Last-minute flights going from Mthatha to Johannesburg

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

UTT - Johannesburg

Airlink

Mthatha (UTT) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$131

$311

One-way

Thu, Jun 25

⌛ Last-Minute

UTT - Johannesburg

Airlink

Mthatha (UTT) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$137

$310

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

UTT - Johannesburg

Airlink

Mthatha (UTT) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$121

$265

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

UTT - Johannesburg

Airlink

Mthatha (UTT) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$113

$259

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

UTT - Johannesburg

Airlink

Mthatha (UTT) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$122

$261

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

UTT - Johannesburg

Airlink

Mthatha (UTT) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$122

$258

One-way

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

2 nights

Dec 26 - Dec 28

$176  →  $255

45%

1 night

Aug 20 - Aug 21

$143  →  $259

82%

7 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 8

$136  →  $258

90%

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

$133  →  $259

95%

Popular Airports to fly from Mthatha to Johannesburg

Mthatha - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Mthatha to Johannesburg are near the typical level of $263.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Mthatha to Johannesburg, with a median price of $227.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 40m

The typical direct flight from Mthatha to Johannesburg takes 2 hours and 40 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant on this route

Direct flights are dominant on this route, making up 100% of recent deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers direct flights

Airlink is a key airline offering direct flights from Mthatha to Johannesburg.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Mthatha to Johannesburg appear regularly, with about 0.43 deals per day.

Mthatha main airports to depart from

Mthatha (UTT)

Cheapest

Mthatha Airport is a good option for flights to Johannesburg, offering competitive pricing.

📍 ~12 km from Mthatha (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$255

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a primary arrival option for flights to Johannesburg from Mthatha.

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

💸 Flights from ~$255

Lanseria International (HLA)

Lanseria International offers an alternative arrival point for travelers heading to Johannesburg from Mthatha.

📍 ~30 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car)

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Bloemfontein (BFN)

Cheapest

Bloemfontein is a major domestic hub with reliable scheduled services, offering good infrastructure and accessibility.

📍 ~390 km from Johannesburg (requires a ~4 hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~$384

Kruger Mpumalanga International (MQP)

Kruger Mpumalanga International is a reliable regional airport with well-maintained facilities and consistent flight schedules.

📍 ~330 km from Johannesburg (requires a ~3.5 to 4 hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~$416

Polokwane International (PTG)

Polokwane International is a domestic airport within reasonable driving distance for northern Gauteng travelers.

📍 ~280 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$468

Durban International (DUR)

Durban International is a major international hub with a wide variety of airlines and destinations, offering high reliability.

📍 ~490 km from Johannesburg (requires a ~5-6 hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~$389

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Mthatha to Johannesburg have been found within 0-6 days of departure, with an average price of $310. Prices tend to be higher when booking 7-13 days out, averaging $438. For those planning further ahead, booking 28-59 days in advance typically yields an average price of $347, while booking 60+ days out shows an average of $314. Across the trailing quarter, the best deals were found very close to the departure date.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Mthatha to Johannesburg is considered to be around $260. Historically, the median price for this route has been $263. About 75% of prices observed in the trailing 90 days were below $269, indicating that prices above this amount are on the higher end for this route.

Historically, April has been the cheapest month to fly from Mthatha to Johannesburg, with a median price of $227. October also offers competitive prices, with a median of $257. The annual median price for this route is $263, making April a particularly favorable month for savings. August, with a median price of $261, is also among the more affordable months for this route.

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