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

Direct flights offer convenience by minimizing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the most economical choice. Flights with connections can sometimes be significantly cheaper, so it's worth comparing both options based on your budget and schedule.

Can flexible travel dates help on Brisbane to Johannesburg flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flights. Prices can vary significantly depending on the day of the week or even the time of year. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Brisbane 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 changes or cancellations. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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BNE - Johannesburg
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A$1,780
A$1,949
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Brisbane to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Brisbane to Johannesburg

When considering cheap flights from Brisbane to Johannesburg, April stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $1570. Other cost-effective options include February, with a median fare of $1748, and October, where prices average $1803. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route.

Right now, fares for flights from Brisbane to Johannesburg typically range from $1722–$2348, with a median price of $1960. Current fares are above the typical level for this route. There are currently no recent fares classified as a good price, indicating that finding a significant discount might be challenging at present.

For journeys from Brisbane to Johannesburg, most itineraries connect at least once. Recent data shows that 0% of flights on this route are non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2, meaning you should expect at least two connections on your journey.

A typical journey from Brisbane to Johannesburg takes approximately 36h 10m, including connections. This median duration accounts for itineraries that involve at least one stopover, which is common for this route given the lack of direct flights. This is a long-haul journey, covering a significant distance of 11,638 kilometers.

How much is a round trip from Brisbane to Johannesburg

Regular price: A$1,618 - A$2,474

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

The regular price range for this route is 1,618 AUD to 2,474 AUD. The current lowest deal is 1,641 AUD with Malindo Airways for travel from Nov 9-Nov 24.

now A$1,641

Low A$1,618

High A$2,474

The cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Johannesburg is February, with a median price of $1473. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $2461. Generally, prices are lower from January to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from A$1,473

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$2,461

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Brisbane to Johannesburg

Cathay Pacific

Last-minute flights going from Brisbane to Johannesburg

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Johannesburg

Brisbane (BNE) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

A$2,175

A$2,221

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Johannesburg

Brisbane (BNE) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

A$2,282

A$2,221

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Johannesburg

Brisbane (BNE) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

A$2,166

A$2,221

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Johannesburg

Brisbane (BNE) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

A$2,433

A$2,221

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Johannesburg

Brisbane (BNE) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

A$2,281

A$2,221

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Johannesburg

Brisbane (BNE) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

A$2,513

A$2,221

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 1

A$2,516 → A$2,215

12%

4 nights

Oct 28 - Nov 1

A$2,513 → A$2,221

12%

4 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 2

A$2,499 → A$2,215

11%

5 nights

Oct 27 - Nov 1

A$2,433 → A$2,221

Popular Airports to fly from Brisbane to Johannesburg

Brisbane - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Brisbane to Johannesburg are near the typical level at $1641.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly, with median prices around $1570.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 36h 10m

The typical flight duration for connecting flights from Brisbane to Johannesburg is 36h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

There are no direct flights; connecting flights are dominant with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Malindo Airways offers a deal at $1641

Malindo Airways recently offered a deal for $1641 from Brisbane to Johannesburg for Nov 9-Nov 24.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Brisbane to Johannesburg are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

Brisbane main airports to depart from

Brisbane (BNE)

Cheapest

Brisbane Airport (BNE) is a good option for flights from Brisbane to Johannesburg.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~A$2,027

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~A$1,989

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~A$2,217

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

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Best Elite deals to Johannesburg

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From BNE

Elite

Nov 06

Johannesburg, South Africa

90% AI deal score

$7,523

$5,765

Save $1,758

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Nov 09

Johannesburg, South Africa

89% AI deal score

$7,158

$5,855

Save $1,303

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Nov 06

Johannesburg, South Africa

89% AI deal score

$7,333

$5,991

Save $1,342

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Apr 02

Johannesburg, South Africa

89% AI deal score

$3,144

$2,832

Save $312

China Airlines, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Apr 02

Johannesburg, South Africa

89% AI deal score

$3,106

$2,836

Save $270

China Airlines, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Apr 02

Johannesburg, South Africa

89% AI deal score

$3,106

$2,836

Save $270

China Airlines, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Apr 02

Johannesburg, South Africa

89% AI deal score

$3,103

$2,836

Save $267

China Airlines, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Apr 02

Johannesburg, South Africa

88% AI deal score

$3,090

$2,832

Save $258

China Airlines, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Apr 02

Johannesburg, South Africa

88% AI deal score

$3,090

$2,832

Save $258

China Airlines, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Apr 04

Johannesburg, South Africa

87% AI deal score

$3,144

$2,869

Save $275

Air New Zealand, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Nov 17

Johannesburg, South Africa

83% AI deal score

$6,667

$5,789

Save $878

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Nov 06

Johannesburg, South Africa

83% AI deal score

$6,980

$5,849

Save $1,131

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison websites can help you compare prices across various airlines and online travel agencies. Look out for deals and promotions that airlines may offer periodically.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, though they are less common. Monitoring price trends for your desired travel period may help you decide on the optimal booking time.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover different flight options or prices. While it may require additional travel to and from these airports, the potential savings on airfare could be worthwhile. Always factor in the total cost and convenience when considering this option.

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Brisbane to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Brisbane to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Brisbane to Johannesburg

Regular price: A$1,618 - A$2,474

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

The regular price range for this route is 1,618 AUD to 2,474 AUD. The current lowest deal is 1,641 AUD with Malindo Airways for travel from Nov 9-Nov 24.

now A$1,641

Low A$1,618

High A$2,474

The cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Johannesburg

February

Cheapest

Flights from A$1,473

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$2,461

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Brisbane to Johannesburg

Cathay Pacific

Last-minute flights going from Brisbane to Johannesburg

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Johannesburg

Brisbane (BNE) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

A$2,175

A$2,221

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Johannesburg

Brisbane (BNE) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

A$2,282

A$2,221

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Johannesburg

Brisbane (BNE) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

A$2,166

A$2,221

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Johannesburg

Brisbane (BNE) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

A$2,433

A$2,221

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Johannesburg

Brisbane (BNE) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

A$2,281

A$2,221

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Johannesburg

Brisbane (BNE) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Qatar Airways

A$2,513

A$2,221

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 1

A$2,516 → A$2,215

12%

4 nights

Oct 28 - Nov 1

A$2,513 → A$2,221

12%

4 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 2

A$2,499 → A$2,215

11%

5 nights

Oct 27 - Nov 1

A$2,433 → A$2,221

Popular Airports to fly from Brisbane to Johannesburg

Brisbane - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Brisbane to Johannesburg are near the typical level at $1641.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly, with median prices around $1570.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 36h 10m

The typical flight duration for connecting flights from Brisbane to Johannesburg is 36h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

There are no direct flights; connecting flights are dominant with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Malindo Airways offers a deal at $1641

Malindo Airways recently offered a deal for $1641 from Brisbane to Johannesburg for Nov 9-Nov 24.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Brisbane to Johannesburg are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

Brisbane main airports to depart from

Brisbane (BNE)

Cheapest

Brisbane Airport (BNE) is a good option for flights from Brisbane to Johannesburg.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~A$2,027

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~A$1,989

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

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

Johannesburg, South Africa

83% AI deal score

$6,980

$5,849

Save $1,131

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

Cheap Flights from Brisbane to Johannesburg

Today’s best flight deals from Brisbane to Johannesburg

Brisbane to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Brisbane to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Brisbane to Johannesburg

The cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Johannesburg

Direct flights from Brisbane to Johannesburg

Last-minute flights going from Brisbane to Johannesburg

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

Popular Airports to fly from Brisbane to Johannesburg

Brisbane - Johannesburg route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Fly in April for the best prices

Connecting flights average 36h 10m

Connecting flights are dominant

Malindo Airways offers a deal at $1641

Deals are frequent on this route

Brisbane 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

Nov 06

Nov 09

Nov 06

Apr 02

Apr 02

Apr 02

Apr 02

Apr 02

Apr 02

Apr 04

Nov 17

Nov 06

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

How can I find cheap flights from Brisbane to Johannesburg?

When should I book flights from Brisbane to Johannesburg?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Brisbane to Johannesburg flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Brisbane

Flights to Johannesburg from other cities

Brisbane to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Brisbane to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Brisbane to Johannesburg

The cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Johannesburg

Direct flights from Brisbane to Johannesburg

Last-minute flights going from Brisbane to Johannesburg

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

Popular Airports to fly from Brisbane to Johannesburg

Brisbane - Johannesburg route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Fly in April for the best prices

Connecting flights average 36h 10m

Connecting flights are dominant

Malindo Airways offers a deal at $1641

Deals are frequent on this route

Brisbane 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

Nov 06

Nov 09

Nov 06

Apr 02

Apr 02

Apr 02

Apr 02

Apr 02

Apr 02

Apr 04

Nov 17

Nov 06

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

How can I find cheap flights from Brisbane to Johannesburg?

When should I book flights from Brisbane to Johannesburg?

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