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

Direct flights offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most economical choice. Flights with layovers can sometimes be more affordable, especially for longer routes. Weigh your priorities between cost savings and travel duration.

Can flexible travel dates help on Auckland to Johannesburg flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding cheaper flights. Prices for airfare can vary significantly depending on the day of the week or season. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may unlock better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Auckland 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 or for certain payment methods. Being aware of these can help you budget accurately.

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2027-02-06 – 2027-02-20
AKL - Johannesburg
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NZ$2,722
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NZ$2,023
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Auckland to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Auckland to Johannesburg

A typical journey from Auckland to Johannesburg takes about 35h 13m including connections. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this duration accounts for the layovers involved in traveling this long-haul route. The median number of stopovers for connecting flights is 2, which contributes to the extended travel time.

When looking for cheap flights from Auckland to Johannesburg, the fares right now are above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $1510–$3090, with a median of $1865. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding deals can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Auckland to Johannesburg, the data indicates that April is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $1444. Other cost-effective months include July, with a median fare of $1519, and January, where the median fare is $1527. Planning your trip during these months could result in lower prices.

There are currently no direct flights from Auckland to Johannesburg, as 0% of recent itineraries were non-stop. This means that most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. Travelers should expect to make at least two connections when flying between these two cities.

How much is a round trip from Auckland to Johannesburg

Regular price: NZ$2,337 - NZ$3,296

Prices for flights from Auckland to Johannesburg are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is NZD 2337 to NZD 3296. The current lowest deal is NZD 2018 with Singapore Airlines, for travel from Feb 6-Feb 19.

now NZ$2,018

Low NZ$2,337

High NZ$3,296

The cheapest time to fly from Auckland to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Johannesburg is October, with a median price of $1574. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $3361. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

October

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$1,574

March

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$3,361

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Auckland to Johannesburg

Emirates Airlines

Singapore Airlines

Qatar Airways

QantasLink

Last-minute flights going from Auckland to Johannesburg

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Johannesburg

Auckland (AKL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

NZ$3,094

NZ$2,284

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Johannesburg

Auckland (AKL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Emirates Airlines

NZ$2,909

NZ$2,551

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Johannesburg

Auckland (AKL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

QantasLink

NZ$3,061

NZ$2,500

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Johannesburg

Auckland (AKL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

NZ$2,869

NZ$2,282

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Johannesburg

Auckland (AKL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

NZ$3,061

NZ$2,511

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Johannesburg

Auckland (AKL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Emirates Airlines

NZ$2,878

NZ$2,521

One-way

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

29 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 31

NZ$3,636 → NZ$2,524

31%

28 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 31

NZ$3,607 → NZ$2,524

30%

27 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 30

NZ$3,607 → NZ$2,524

30%

18 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 24

NZ$3,624 → NZ$2,568

29%

Popular Airports to fly from Auckland to Johannesburg

Auckland - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares above the typical level

Recent fares from Auckland to Johannesburg are above the typical level at $2018.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically cheapest

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Johannesburg, with a median price of $1574.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 35h 13m

Flights from Auckland to Johannesburg typically involve connecting flights, with a median duration of 35h 13m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Emirates Airlines has 40 direct deals

Emirates Airlines offers 40 direct deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals for flights from Auckland to Johannesburg are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Auckland main airports to depart from

Auckland (AKL)

Cheapest

Auckland Airport (AKL) is a convenient departure point for flights from Auckland to Johannesburg.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$2,083

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~NZ$2,083

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.

📍 ~500 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$2,516

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

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Best Elite deals to Johannesburg

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From AKL

Elite

Aug 10

Johannesburg, South Africa

91% AI deal score

$7,836

$5,848

Save $1,988

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From AKL

Elite

Dec 21

Johannesburg, South Africa

89% AI deal score

$8,349

$5,940

Save $2,409

Air New Zealand

Business Class

From AKL

Elite

Aug 10

Johannesburg, South Africa

89% AI deal score

$8,786

$6,315

Save $2,471

Air New Zealand

Business Class

From AKL

Elite

Dec 29

Johannesburg, South Africa

88% AI deal score

$8,158

$5,940

Save $2,218

Air New Zealand

Business Class

From AKL

Elite

Dec 21

Johannesburg, South Africa

87% AI deal score

$7,894

$5,940

Save $1,954

Air New Zealand

Business Class

From AKL

Elite

Dec 09

Johannesburg, South Africa

87% AI deal score

$7,831

$5,940

Save $1,891

Air New Zealand

Business Class

From AKL

Elite

Dec 07

Johannesburg, South Africa

87% AI deal score

$7,885

$5,940

Save $1,945

Air New Zealand

Business Class

From AKL

Elite

Dec 09

Johannesburg, South Africa

87% AI deal score

$7,869

$5,940

Save $1,929

Air New Zealand

Business Class

From AKL

Elite

Dec 02

Johannesburg, South Africa

87% AI deal score

$8,030

$5,940

Save $2,090

Air New Zealand

Business Class

From AKL

Elite

Dec 01

Johannesburg, South Africa

87% AI deal score

$7,854

$5,940

Save $1,914

Air New Zealand

Business Class

From AKL

Elite

Dec 11

Johannesburg, South Africa

87% AI deal score

$7,901

$5,940

Save $1,961

Air New Zealand

Business Class

From AKL

Elite

Dec 06

Johannesburg, South Africa

87% AI deal score

$7,885

$5,940

Save $1,945

Air New Zealand

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 various airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes lead to lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Weekday bookings might also offer different pricing.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes provide more flight options or different pricing. While it might add to your ground travel, the potential savings on airfare could be significant. Always factor in the total travel time and cost when considering this option.

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Auckland to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Auckland to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Auckland to Johannesburg

Regular price: NZ$2,337 - NZ$3,296

Prices for flights from Auckland to Johannesburg are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is NZD 2337 to NZD 3296. The current lowest deal is NZD 2018 with Singapore Airlines, for travel from Feb 6-Feb 19.

now NZ$2,018

Low NZ$2,337

High NZ$3,296

The cheapest time to fly from Auckland to Johannesburg

October

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$1,574

March

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$3,361

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Auckland to Johannesburg

Emirates Airlines

Singapore Airlines

Qatar Airways

QantasLink

Last-minute flights going from Auckland to Johannesburg

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Johannesburg

Auckland (AKL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

NZ$3,094

NZ$2,284

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Johannesburg

Auckland (AKL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Emirates Airlines

NZ$2,909

NZ$2,551

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Johannesburg

Auckland (AKL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

QantasLink

NZ$3,061

NZ$2,500

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Johannesburg

Auckland (AKL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

NZ$2,869

NZ$2,282

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Johannesburg

Auckland (AKL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

NZ$3,061

NZ$2,511

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Johannesburg

Auckland (AKL) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Emirates Airlines

NZ$2,878

NZ$2,521

One-way

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

29 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 31

NZ$3,636 → NZ$2,524

31%

28 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 31

NZ$3,607 → NZ$2,524

30%

27 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 30

NZ$3,607 → NZ$2,524

30%

18 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 24

NZ$3,624 → NZ$2,568

29%

Popular Airports to fly from Auckland to Johannesburg

Auckland - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares above the typical level

Recent fares from Auckland to Johannesburg are above the typical level at $2018.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically cheapest

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Johannesburg, with a median price of $1574.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 35h 13m

Flights from Auckland to Johannesburg typically involve connecting flights, with a median duration of 35h 13m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Emirates Airlines has 40 direct deals

Emirates Airlines offers 40 direct deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals for flights from Auckland to Johannesburg are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Auckland main airports to depart from

Auckland (AKL)

Cheapest

Auckland Airport (AKL) is a convenient departure point for flights from Auckland to Johannesburg.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$2,083

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~NZ$2,083

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

87% AI deal score

$7,885

$5,940

Save $1,945

Air New Zealand

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

Cheap Flights from Auckland to Johannesburg

Today’s best flight deals from Auckland to Johannesburg

Auckland to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Auckland to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Auckland to Johannesburg

The cheapest time to fly from Auckland to Johannesburg

Direct flights from Auckland to Johannesburg

Last-minute flights going from Auckland to Johannesburg

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

Popular Airports to fly from Auckland to Johannesburg

Auckland - Johannesburg route insights

Recent fares above the typical level

October is historically cheapest

Connecting flights take 35h 13m

Connecting flights are dominant

Emirates Airlines has 40 direct deals

Deals are frequent

Auckland 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

Aug 10

Dec 21

Aug 10

Dec 29

Dec 21

Dec 09

Dec 07

Dec 09

Dec 02

Dec 01

Dec 11

Dec 06

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

How can I find cheap flights from Auckland to Johannesburg?

When should I book flights from Auckland to Johannesburg?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Auckland to Johannesburg flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Auckland

Flights to Johannesburg from other cities

Auckland to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Auckland to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Auckland to Johannesburg

The cheapest time to fly from Auckland to Johannesburg

Direct flights from Auckland to Johannesburg

Last-minute flights going from Auckland to Johannesburg

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

Popular Airports to fly from Auckland to Johannesburg

Auckland - Johannesburg route insights

Recent fares above the typical level

October is historically cheapest

Connecting flights take 35h 13m

Connecting flights are dominant

Emirates Airlines has 40 direct deals

Deals are frequent

Auckland 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

Aug 10

Dec 21

Aug 10

Dec 29

Dec 21

Dec 09

Dec 07

Dec 09

Dec 02

Dec 01

Dec 11

Dec 06

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

How can I find cheap flights from Auckland to Johannesburg?

When should I book flights from Auckland to Johannesburg?

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