How many flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town are non-stop?

Across the trailing 90 days, approximately 83.8% of flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town are non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience one stop. This indicates that direct flights are widely available for this route. The majority of travelers can expect a direct journey when flying between these two cities.

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

A direct flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town typically takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes. This is based on a median direct flight time of 135 minutes. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 7 hours and 15 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 1271 kilometers, making it a relatively short direct journey.

Should I set a price alert for Johannesburg to Cape Town flights?

Historically, deals for flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town are classified as frequent. This means that price fluctuations and opportunities for good fares occur regularly. Setting a price alert can be beneficial to track these frequent changes over the trailing 30 days. Travelers may find it advantageous to monitor prices to secure a favorable deal for their journey.

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JNB - Cape Town
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$132
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Johannesburg to Cape Town: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town

A typical journey from Johannesburg to Cape Town takes about 2h 15m, including connections. This route is predominantly served by direct flights, with 83.8% of recent itineraries being non-stop. For the remaining connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 1, with these itineraries averaging 7h 30m.

For those seeking cheap flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town, prices right now are near the typical level. Fares for this route typically range from $117–$268, with a median of $207. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Cape Town? The most affordable month to fly is typically January, with a median fare of $79. November also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $97. Following these, September presents a median fare of $139, making these months generally more economical for travel.

The distance between Johannesburg and Cape Town is 1271 km, 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 Johannesburg to Cape Town

Regular price: $107 - $279

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

The regular price range for flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town is between $107 and $279. The current lowest deal is $128 with Safair for travel from Oct 10-Oct 17.

now $128

Low $107

High $279

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Cape Town

The cheapest month to fly from JNB to CPT is November, with a median price of $97. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $273. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $97

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $273

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Direct flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Safair

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Cape Town

Johannesburg (JNB) - Cape Town (CPT)

Safair

$193

$151

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

HLA - Cape Town

Johannesburg (HLA) - Cape Town (CPT)

Safair

$167

$163

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Cape Town

Johannesburg (JNB) - Cape Town (CPT)

Safair

$194

$164

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Cape Town

Johannesburg (JNB) - Cape Town (CPT)

Safair

$312

$205

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Cape Town

Johannesburg (JNB) - Cape Town (CPT)

$316

$262

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

HLA - Cape Town

Johannesburg (HLA) - Cape Town (CPT)

Safair

$123

$138

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 18

$316 → $205

35%

5 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 22

$310 → $241

22%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

$286 → $232

19%

2 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 19

$288 → $235

18%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Johannesburg - Cape Town route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from JNB to CPT are near the typical level, with prices around $128.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Cape Town, with a median of $79.

⏱️ Flight duration

2h 15m is the typical direct flight time

The typical direct flight from JNB to CPT is 2h 15m, covering 1271 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Safair offers direct flights

Safair offers direct flights on this route, which is direct dominant with 83.8% direct share.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair has recent deals

Safair recently offered a deal from Johannesburg to Cape Town for $128.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

Lanseria International (HLA)

Cheapest

Lanseria International Airport offers a budget-friendly option for flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town.

📍 ~32 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$127

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

O. R. Tambo International Airport is a major hub for flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town.

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

💸 Flights from ~$146

Cape Town main airports to arrive at

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights to Cape Town.

📍 ~17 km from Cape Town (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$127

Airports nearby Cape Town used as alternative

George (GRJ)

George Airport (GRJ) offers reliable domestic connections, making it a practical alternative for Cape Town.

📍 ~420 km from Cape Town (reachable by car, ~4-5 hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~$113

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cape Town

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cape Town

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town are found when booking 60 or more days in advance, with an average price of $171. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees an average price of $232. Prices tend to fluctuate, with flights booked 14-27 days out averaging $225, while those booked 7-13 days out average $274. Across the trailing quarter, prices for last-minute bookings can be higher than those made further in advance.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a fare of $117 or less is considered a good price for flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town. The median price for this route during the same period was $207. Travelers should aim for prices at or below the good price threshold to secure a more economical fare. Fares around $268 typically represent the higher end of prices observed.

Historically, January has shown the cheapest median flight prices from Johannesburg to Cape Town, with an average of $79. November also offers competitive fares, with a median price of $97. September, while listed as a cheapest month, also represents the most expensive month on an annual basis, with a median price of $139. The annual median price for this route across the trailing 270 days is $207.

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Johannesburg to Cape Town: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Cape Town

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Cape Town

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

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Johannesburg - Cape Town route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

January is historically cheapest

2h 15m is the typical direct flight time

Safair offers direct flights

Safair has recent deals

Deals are frequent on this route

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

Cape Town main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Cape Town used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cape Town

Best Elite deals to Cape Town

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cape Town

When is the best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

What's a cheap fare from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

How many flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town are non-stop?

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

Should I set a price alert for Johannesburg to Cape Town flights?

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Flights to Cape Town from other cities

Johannesburg to Cape Town: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Cape Town

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Cape Town

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

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Johannesburg - Cape Town route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

January is historically cheapest

2h 15m is the typical direct flight time

Safair offers direct flights

Safair has recent deals

Deals are frequent on this route

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

Cape Town main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Cape Town used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cape Town

Best Elite deals to Cape Town

Nov 01

Oct 30

Oct 08

Oct 16

Oct 23

Oct 17

Oct 31

Oct 25

Oct 09

Oct 17

Oct 08

Oct 16

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cape Town

When is the best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

What's a cheap fare from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town?