Are direct flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more connections can often be less expensive, depending on the route and airline. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel time.

Can flexible travel dates help on Adelaide to Johannesburg flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact the price of your flight. Mid-week travel or flying during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares compared to weekends or popular holiday periods. Adjusting your departure or return by even a few days may yield savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Adelaide to Johannesburg flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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ADL - Johannesburg
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A$1,833
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Adelaide to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg, the most affordable month to fly is typically August, with a median fare of $1629. Other budget-friendly options include November, where the median fare is $1633, and July, with a median fare of $1636. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower prices on this route.

Right now, fares for flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg are above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $1856–$2662, with a median of $2232. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating a less favorable market for deals. New deals for this route show up several times a week, so setting a price alert could be beneficial.

When flying from Adelaide to Johannesburg, most itineraries connect at least once. 0% of recent fares were for non-stop flights. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2, which significantly impacts the overall travel time.

A typical journey from Adelaide to Johannesburg takes approximately 26h 5m, including connections. This duration accounts for the layovers and transfers often required on this long-haul route. Given that most itineraries involve at least two connections, the total travel time can be substantial.

The distance between Adelaide and Johannesburg is 10025 km, classifying this as a long-haul flight. This considerable distance necessitates a longer travel time and often involves multiple connections to reach the destination.

How much is a round trip from Adelaide to Johannesburg

Regular price: A$1,612 - A$2,346

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

The regular price range for this route is 1612 AUD to 2346 AUD. The current lowest deal is 1777 AUD with Jetstar, for travel from Nov 7-Nov 16.

now A$1,777

Low A$1,612

High A$2,346

The cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Johannesburg is August, with a median price of $1616. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $2616. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

August

Cheapest

Flights from A$1,616

June

Most Expensive

Flights from A$2,616

Jan

Feb

Mar

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg

Kenya Airways

Singapore Airlines

QantasLink

Emirates Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Adelaide to Johannesburg

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Johannesburg

Adelaide (ADL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Jetstar

A$1,909

A$2,174

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Johannesburg

Adelaide (ADL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

A$2,071

A$2,281

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Johannesburg

Adelaide (ADL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Emirates Airlines

A$1,862

A$2,558

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Johannesburg

Adelaide (ADL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Emirates Airlines

A$1,862

A$2,558

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Johannesburg

Adelaide (ADL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

A$1,973

A$2,229

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Johannesburg

Adelaide (ADL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Emirates Airlines

A$1,951

A$2,488

One-way

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

9 nights

Nov 7 - Nov 16

A$1,830 → A$1,777

3 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 9

A$2,008 → A$2,033

2 nights

Nov 7 - Nov 9

A$2,007 → A$2,071

4 nights

Nov 5 - Nov 9

A$2,012 → A$2,101

Popular Airports to fly from Adelaide to Johannesburg

Adelaide - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Adelaide to Johannesburg are above the typical level at $1777.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the best prices

Historically, August, November, and July offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 26h 5m

Flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg typically involve connecting, with a median duration of 26h 5m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are the only option

There are no direct flights; all routes from Adelaide to Johannesburg require at least two stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers a recent deal

Jetstar recently offered a flight for $1777, found via Skyscanner for travel in November.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg appear regularly, typically every 30 days.

Adelaide main airports to depart from

Adelaide (ADL)

Cheapest

Adelaide Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Johannesburg, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~7 km from Adelaide city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,888

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International Airport is a good arrival choice for flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg.

📍 ~21 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$2,000

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

Durban International is a major international hub and a reliable backup for long-haul connectivity.

📍 ~490 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car, approx. 5-6 hours)

💸 Flights from ~A$2,153

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

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From ADL

Elite

Jan 24

Johannesburg, South Africa

77% AI deal score

$2,827

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From ADL

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Jan 24

Johannesburg, South Africa

77% AI deal score

$2,827

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Jan 24

Johannesburg, South Africa

77% AI deal score

$2,827

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Feb 01

Johannesburg, South Africa

76% AI deal score

$3,197

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Feb 01

Johannesburg, South Africa

76% AI deal score

$3,197

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Feb 06

Johannesburg, South Africa

76% AI deal score

$3,197

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Feb 04

Johannesburg, South Africa

76% AI deal score

$3,197

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Feb 03

Johannesburg, South Africa

76% AI deal score

$3,197

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Feb 01

Johannesburg, South Africa

76% AI deal score

$3,197

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Feb 03

Johannesburg, South Africa

76% AI deal score

$3,197

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Feb 06

Johannesburg, South Africa

76% AI deal score

$3,197

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Feb 04

Johannesburg, South Africa

76% AI deal score

$3,197

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes lead to lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring trends and being ready to book when a good deal appears is often beneficial. Mid-week bookings may also offer different pricing.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may require additional travel time to and from these airports, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience.

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Adelaide to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Adelaide to Johannesburg

Regular price: A$1,612 - A$2,346

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

The regular price range for this route is 1612 AUD to 2346 AUD. The current lowest deal is 1777 AUD with Jetstar, for travel from Nov 7-Nov 16.

now A$1,777

Low A$1,612

High A$2,346

The cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Johannesburg

August

Cheapest

Flights from A$1,616

June

Most Expensive

Flights from A$2,616

Jan

Feb

Mar

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg

Kenya Airways

Singapore Airlines

QantasLink

Emirates Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Adelaide to Johannesburg

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Johannesburg

Adelaide (ADL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Jetstar

A$1,909

A$2,174

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Johannesburg

Adelaide (ADL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

A$2,071

A$2,281

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Johannesburg

Adelaide (ADL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Emirates Airlines

A$1,862

A$2,558

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Johannesburg

Adelaide (ADL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Emirates Airlines

A$1,862

A$2,558

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Johannesburg

Adelaide (ADL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

A$1,973

A$2,229

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Johannesburg

Adelaide (ADL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Emirates Airlines

A$1,951

A$2,488

One-way

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

9 nights

Nov 7 - Nov 16

A$1,830 → A$1,777

3 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 9

A$2,008 → A$2,033

2 nights

Nov 7 - Nov 9

A$2,007 → A$2,071

4 nights

Nov 5 - Nov 9

A$2,012 → A$2,101

Popular Airports to fly from Adelaide to Johannesburg

Adelaide - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Adelaide to Johannesburg are above the typical level at $1777.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the best prices

Historically, August, November, and July offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 26h 5m

Flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg typically involve connecting, with a median duration of 26h 5m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are the only option

There are no direct flights; all routes from Adelaide to Johannesburg require at least two stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers a recent deal

Jetstar recently offered a flight for $1777, found via Skyscanner for travel in November.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg appear regularly, typically every 30 days.

Adelaide main airports to depart from

Adelaide (ADL)

Cheapest

Adelaide Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Johannesburg, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~7 km from Adelaide city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,888

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International Airport is a good arrival choice for flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg.

📍 ~21 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$2,000

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

Durban International is a major international hub and a reliable backup for long-haul connectivity.

📍 ~490 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car, approx. 5-6 hours)

💸 Flights from ~A$2,153

Johannesburg, South Africa

76% AI deal score

$3,197

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

Cheap Flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg

Today’s best flight deals from Adelaide to Johannesburg

Adelaide to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Adelaide to Johannesburg

The cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Johannesburg

Direct flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg

Last-minute flights going from Adelaide to Johannesburg

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

Popular Airports to fly from Adelaide to Johannesburg

Adelaide - Johannesburg route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in August for the best prices

Connecting flights average 26h 5m

Connecting flights are the only option

Jetstar offers a recent deal

Deals appear regularly

Adelaide main airports to depart from

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

Best Elite deals to Johannesburg

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Jan 24

Feb 01

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Feb 06

Feb 04

Feb 03

Feb 01

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Feb 04

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

How can I find cheap flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg?

When should I book flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg?

Are direct flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Adelaide to Johannesburg flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Adelaide to Johannesburg flights?

Related routes

More routes from Adelaide

Flights to Johannesburg from other cities

Adelaide to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Adelaide to Johannesburg

The cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Johannesburg

Direct flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg

Last-minute flights going from Adelaide to Johannesburg

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

Popular Airports to fly from Adelaide to Johannesburg

Adelaide - Johannesburg route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in August for the best prices

Connecting flights average 26h 5m

Connecting flights are the only option

Jetstar offers a recent deal

Deals appear regularly

Adelaide main airports to depart from

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

Best Elite deals to Johannesburg

Jan 24

Jan 24

Jan 24

Feb 01

Feb 01

Feb 06

Feb 04

Feb 03

Feb 01

Feb 03

Feb 06

Feb 04

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

How can I find cheap flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg?

When should I book flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg?