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

Direct flights offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with layovers can often be cheaper, making them a good option if you prioritize cost savings over speed. Consider your priorities when choosing.

Can flexible travel dates help on Adelaide to Johannesburg flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Mid-week flights or traveling during off-peak seasons may offer lower fares than weekend or holiday travel. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days can often lead to 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.

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2026-10-24 – 2026-11-22
ADL - Johannesburg
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A$1,770
A$1,979
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A$1,903
A$2,014
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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, January stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $1119. Other cost-effective options include February, where the median fare is $1362, and September, with a median fare of $1470. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route.

Right now, fares for flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg typically range from $1705–$2728, with a median price of $2265. Current fares are above the typical level for this route. However, new deals appear almost daily, suggesting opportunities for savings may arise.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should expect to make multiple stops on your journey from Adelaide to Johannesburg.

A typical journey from Adelaide to Johannesburg takes approximately 60h 35m, including connections. This duration reflects the nature of this long-haul route, which often involves multiple stopovers given the lack of direct flights.

The distance between Adelaide and Johannesburg is approximately 10025 km, classifying this as a long-haul journey. This significant distance contributes to the longer flight times and the necessity for connecting itineraries.

How much is a round trip from Adelaide to Johannesburg

Regular price: A$1,567 - A$2,590

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

The regular price range for flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg is 1,567 AUD to 2,590 AUD. The current lowest deal is 1,979 AUD with Jetstar, for travel from Oct 24-Nov 22.

now A$1,979

Low A$1,567

High A$2,590

The cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Johannesburg is January, with a median price of $1119. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $3325. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from A$1,119

March

Most Expensive

Flights from A$3,325

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg

Qatar Airways

Singapore Airlines

Jetstar

Emirates Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Adelaide to Johannesburg

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Johannesburg

Adelaide (ADL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Emirates Airlines

A$2,139

A$2,634

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Johannesburg

Adelaide (ADL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Emirates Airlines

A$2,111

A$2,758

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Johannesburg

Adelaide (ADL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

QantasLink

A$2,147

A$2,786

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Johannesburg

Adelaide (ADL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Emirates Airlines

A$2,243

A$2,755

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Johannesburg

Adelaide (ADL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Emirates Airlines

A$2,113

A$2,758

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Johannesburg

Adelaide (ADL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Emirates Airlines

A$2,243

A$2,847

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 26

A$1,902 → A$1,983

8 nights

Oct 18 - Oct 26

A$1,816 → A$1,983

29 nights

Oct 24 - Nov 22

A$1,770 → A$1,973

12%

22 nights

Oct 22 - Nov 13

A$1,770 → A$1,983

12%

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 $1979.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for prices around $1119

Historically, January, February, and September offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul flight of 60h 35m

Flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg typically involve multiple stops, with a median duration of 60h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is connecting-dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers on connecting flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Qatar Airways offers many deals

Qatar Airways has 37 deals, followed by Singapore Airlines with 31 deals for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg appear frequently, typically within a 30-day window.

Adelaide main airports to depart from

Adelaide (ADL)

Cheapest

Adelaide Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Johannesburg, offering direct connections.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$1,738

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a primary gateway for flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$1,570

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~490 km from Johannesburg (significant travel distance, approx. 5-6 hours by road)

💸 Flights from ~A$2,097

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

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Best Elite deals to Johannesburg

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From ADL

Elite

Dec 28

Johannesburg, South Africa

78% AI deal score

$6,943

$6,439

Save $504

South African Airways

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Dec 30

Johannesburg, South Africa

78% AI deal score

$6,922

$6,439

Save $483

South African Airways

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Dec 30

Johannesburg, South Africa

78% AI deal score

$7,200

$6,450

Save $750

South African Airways

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Dec 25

Johannesburg, South Africa

78% AI deal score

$6,815

$6,464

Save $351

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Jan 19

Johannesburg, South Africa

77% AI deal score

$6,389

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Dec 20

Johannesburg, South Africa

77% AI deal score

$6,618

$6,448

Save $170

South African Airways

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Dec 28

Johannesburg, South Africa

77% AI deal score

$6,934

$6,450

Save $484

South African Airways

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Dec 20

Johannesburg, South Africa

77% AI deal score

$7,078

$6,458

Save $620

South African Airways

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Jan 21

Johannesburg, South Africa

77% AI deal score

$6,477

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Oct 19

Johannesburg, South Africa

76% AI deal score

$6,313

$5,946

Save $367

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Oct 19

Johannesburg, South Africa

76% AI deal score

$6,203

$5,946

Save $257

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Oct 19

Johannesburg, South Africa

76% AI deal score

$6,187

$6,040

Save $147

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

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 also help you identify better deals. Look out for layovers, as these flights are often more economical.

Booking in advance can often lead to better prices, especially for international routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear. It's usually beneficial to monitor price trends and book when you see a fare that suits your budget.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal more affordable flight options. While it may add to your ground travel, the savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and time of additional transportation.

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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$1,567 - A$2,590

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

The regular price range for flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg is 1,567 AUD to 2,590 AUD. The current lowest deal is 1,979 AUD with Jetstar, for travel from Oct 24-Nov 22.

now A$1,979

Low A$1,567

High A$2,590

The cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Johannesburg

January

Cheapest

Flights from A$1,119

March

Most Expensive

Flights from A$3,325

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg

Qatar Airways

Singapore Airlines

Jetstar

Emirates Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Adelaide to Johannesburg

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Johannesburg

Adelaide (ADL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Emirates Airlines

A$2,139

A$2,634

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Johannesburg

Adelaide (ADL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Emirates Airlines

A$2,111

A$2,758

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Johannesburg

Adelaide (ADL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

QantasLink

A$2,147

A$2,786

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Johannesburg

Adelaide (ADL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Emirates Airlines

A$2,243

A$2,755

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Johannesburg

Adelaide (ADL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Emirates Airlines

A$2,113

A$2,758

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ADL - Johannesburg

Adelaide (ADL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Emirates Airlines

A$2,243

A$2,847

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 26

A$1,902 → A$1,983

8 nights

Oct 18 - Oct 26

A$1,816 → A$1,983

29 nights

Oct 24 - Nov 22

A$1,770 → A$1,973

12%

22 nights

Oct 22 - Nov 13

A$1,770 → A$1,983

12%

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 $1979.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for prices around $1119

Historically, January, February, and September offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul flight of 60h 35m

Flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg typically involve multiple stops, with a median duration of 60h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is connecting-dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers on connecting flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Qatar Airways offers many deals

Qatar Airways has 37 deals, followed by Singapore Airlines with 31 deals for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg appear frequently, typically within a 30-day window.

Adelaide main airports to depart from

Adelaide (ADL)

Cheapest

Adelaide Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Johannesburg, offering direct connections.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$1,738

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a primary gateway for flights from Adelaide to Johannesburg.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$1,570

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

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

Johannesburg, South Africa

77% AI deal score

$6,389

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Dec 20

Johannesburg, South Africa

77% AI deal score

$6,618

$6,448

Save $170

South African Airways

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Dec 28

Johannesburg, South Africa

77% AI deal score

$6,934

$6,450

Save $484

South African Airways

Business Class

From ADL

Elite

Dec 20

Johannesburg, South Africa

77% AI deal score

$7,078

$6,458

Save $620

South African Airways

Business Class

From ADL

Johannesburg, South Africa

76% AI deal score

$6,187

$6,040

Save $147

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, +1

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 January for prices around $1119

Expect a long-haul flight of 60h 35m

Connecting flights are dominant

Qatar Airways offers many deals

Deals appear frequently

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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Dec 30

Dec 25

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Dec 28

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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 January for prices around $1119

Expect a long-haul flight of 60h 35m

Connecting flights are dominant

Qatar Airways offers many deals

Deals appear frequently

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

Dec 28

Dec 30

Dec 30

Dec 25

Jan 19

Dec 20

Dec 28

Dec 20

Jan 21

Oct 19

Oct 19

Oct 19

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?