What percentage of Cape Town to Johannesburg flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 84% of flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg have been direct. This indicates a high availability of non-stop options for this route. For flights that do include stopovers, the median number of stops has historically been one. This route predominantly offers convenient direct travel.

How long does it take to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

The typical direct flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg has a median duration of 2 hours and 5 minutes. This covers an approximate distance of 1271 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time historically extends to 6 hours and 55 minutes. Travelers can expect a relatively quick journey when opting for a direct route.

How often do cheap flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg have come up frequently. This route is classified as one that regularly sees favorable pricing. Travelers planning to fly between these two cities can typically find good deals without an extended wait. The consistent availability of competitive prices makes this a popular route for budget-conscious travelers.

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Cape Town to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg, the cheapest months to fly are typically February and March, both with a median fare of $95. January also presents a strong option, with a median fare of $97. These months offer the most budget-friendly opportunities for this route.

Fares for flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg typically range from $119–$275, with a median price of $193. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 20% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive deals do appear regularly. New deals appear almost daily, making it beneficial to monitor prices.

When flying from Cape Town to Johannesburg, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with direct flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg making up 84% of recent fares. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is one.

A typical journey from Cape Town to Johannesburg takes approximately 2h 5m. This duration reflects the median flight time, which is largely influenced by the high percentage of direct flights available on this route. Connecting itineraries, when they occur, typically extend the journey to around 7h 55m.

The distance between Cape Town and Johannesburg is 1271 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the prevalence of direct flights and shorter overall journey times for travelers.

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Regular price: $101 - $306

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

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg is between $101 and $306. The current lowest deal is $132 with Safair for travel between Sep 15 and Oct 11.

now $132

Low $101

High $306

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg is February, with a median price of $95. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $246. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $95

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $246

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Safair

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Johannesburg

Cape Town (CPT) - Johannesburg (HLA)

Safair

$123

$146

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Johannesburg

Cape Town (CPT) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Safair

$136

$147

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Johannesburg

Cape Town (CPT) - Johannesburg (HLA)

Safair

$123

$152

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Johannesburg

Cape Town (CPT) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Safair

$136

$153

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Johannesburg

Cape Town (CPT) - Johannesburg (HLA)

Safair

$165

$162

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Johannesburg

Cape Town (CPT) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Safair

$178

$190

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg

3 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 18

$279 → $190

32%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

$274 → $196

28%

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

$291 → $219

25%

7 nights

Mar 23 - Mar 30

$242 → $176

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Cape Town - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Cape Town to Johannesburg are above the typical level, with a median of $193.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the lowest prices

Historically, February offers the lowest median prices at $95 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 5m

Direct flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg typically take 2 hours and 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

84% of flights are direct

Historically, 84% of flights on this route are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair offers direct flights

Safair provides direct flight options for the Cape Town to Johannesburg route.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available 20% of the time

Historically, good prices are available 20% of the time for this route.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Johannesburg.

📍 ~17 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$152

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

Lanseria International (HLA)

Cheapest

Lanseria International Airport is a good choice for flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg.

📍 ~32 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$144

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, approx. 5-6 hours).

💸 Flights from ~$112

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Sep 18

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Sep 19

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$722

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Dec 18

Johannesburg, South Africa

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$721

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Business Class

From CPT

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Oct 06

Johannesburg, South Africa

45% AI deal score

$722

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Sep 27

Johannesburg, South Africa

45% AI deal score

$722

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Business Class

From CPT

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Jan 16

Johannesburg, South Africa

45% AI deal score

$722

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Business Class

From CPT

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Dec 23

Johannesburg, South Africa

45% AI deal score

$722

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Jan 15

Johannesburg, South Africa

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$722

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$722

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Dec 30

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$722

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

Historically, booking flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg 60+ days in advance typically offers the best value. Prices for tickets booked within this window average around $117. In contrast, flights booked 7-13 days out have historically averaged $214, while those booked 0-6 days before departure have an average price of $249. Planning ahead by at least two months can lead to significant savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg has been around $119. The median price for this route over the same period was $193. Prices can vary, with 75% of tickets historically costing $275 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $119 threshold.

Historically, February and March have been the cheapest months to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg, with median prices around $95. January also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $97. These prices are significantly lower than the annual median of $193 for this route. Travelers looking for the best deals should consider planning their trips during these months.

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Cape Town to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Regular price: $101 - $306

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

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg is between $101 and $306. The current lowest deal is $132 with Safair for travel between Sep 15 and Oct 11.

now $132

Low $101

High $306

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg

February

Cheapest

Flights from $95

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $246

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Safair

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Johannesburg

Cape Town (CPT) - Johannesburg (HLA)

Safair

$123

$146

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Johannesburg

Cape Town (CPT) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Safair

$136

$147

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Johannesburg

Cape Town (CPT) - Johannesburg (HLA)

Safair

$123

$152

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Johannesburg

Cape Town (CPT) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Safair

$136

$153

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Johannesburg

Cape Town (CPT) - Johannesburg (HLA)

Safair

$165

$162

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Johannesburg

Cape Town (CPT) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Safair

$178

$190

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg

3 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 18

$279 → $190

32%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

$274 → $196

28%

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

$291 → $219

25%

7 nights

Mar 23 - Mar 30

$242 → $176

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Cape Town - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Cape Town to Johannesburg are above the typical level, with a median of $193.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the lowest prices

Historically, February offers the lowest median prices at $95 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 5m

Direct flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg typically take 2 hours and 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

84% of flights are direct

Historically, 84% of flights on this route are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair offers direct flights

Safair provides direct flight options for the Cape Town to Johannesburg route.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available 20% of the time

Historically, good prices are available 20% of the time for this route.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Johannesburg.

📍 ~17 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$152

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

Lanseria International (HLA)

Cheapest

Lanseria International Airport is a good choice for flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg.

📍 ~32 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$144

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, approx. 5-6 hours).

💸 Flights from ~$112

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg.

Elite

Best Elite deals to Johannesburg

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From CPT

Elite

Sep 18

Johannesburg, South Africa

49% AI deal score

$767

$722

Save $45

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 19

Johannesburg, South Africa

48% AI deal score

$747

$721

Save $26

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 16

Johannesburg, South Africa

46% AI deal score

$722

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Dec 18

Johannesburg, South Africa

45% AI deal score

$721

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Oct 06

Johannesburg, South Africa

45% AI deal score

$722

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 27

Johannesburg, South Africa

45% AI deal score

$722

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Jan 16

Johannesburg, South Africa

45% AI deal score

$722

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Dec 23

Johannesburg, South Africa

45% AI deal score

$722

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Jan 15

Johannesburg, South Africa

45% AI deal score

$722

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Jan 13

Johannesburg, South Africa

45% AI deal score

$722

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Dec 30

Johannesburg, South Africa

45% AI deal score

$722

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

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Dec 20

Johannesburg, South Africa

45% AI deal score

$722

South African Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Today’s best flight deals from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Cape Town to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Johannesburg

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Direct flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Cape Town - Johannesburg route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in February for the lowest prices

Direct flights average 2h 5m

84% of flights are direct

Safair offers direct flights

Good prices are available 20% of the time

Cape Town 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

How much should a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg cost?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

What percentage of Cape Town to Johannesburg flights are direct?

How long does it take to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

How often do cheap flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg come up?

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Flights to Johannesburg from other cities

Cape Town to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Johannesburg

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Direct flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Cape Town - Johannesburg route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in February for the lowest prices

Direct flights average 2h 5m

84% of flights are direct

Safair offers direct flights

Good prices are available 20% of the time

Cape Town 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

Sep 18

Sep 19

Sep 16

Dec 18

Oct 06

Sep 27

Jan 16

Dec 23

Jan 15

Jan 13

Dec 30

Dec 20

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

How much should a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg cost?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg?