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

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 83.8% of flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that direct flights are widely available for this route, making it convenient for travelers seeking a quicker journey.

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

The typical direct flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town has a duration of 2 hours and 15 minutes, covering a distance of 1271 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time extends to 7 hours and 15 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience and time-saving benefits of choosing a direct option for this route.

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 suggests that price fluctuations and opportunities for good fares occur regularly. Setting a price alert can be beneficial to capture these frequent deals as they become available, helping travelers secure a favorable price for their journey.

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2026-09-06 – 2026-09-07
JNB - Cape Town
49% AI deal score
$137
$129
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$115
$135
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JNB - Cape Town
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$113
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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. Given that almost all itineraries on this route are non-stop, this duration primarily reflects direct flight times. For those rare instances where a connection is necessary, the median connecting flight time extends to 7h 30m.

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

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Cape Town? Historically, January stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $79. November also offers competitive prices, with a median of $97, followed by September at $139.

The vast majority of flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town are direct, with 83.8% of recent itineraries being non-stop. This makes finding direct flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town straightforward. For the remaining itineraries that include connections, travelers typically encounter one stopover.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Regular price: $98 - $247

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

The regular price range for this route is $98 to $247. The current lowest deal is $120 with Safair, for travel from Aug 9-Sep 2.

now $120

Low $98

High $247

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

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

HLA - Cape Town

Johannesburg (HLA) - Cape Town (CPT)

Safair

$162

$155

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

HLA - Cape Town

Johannesburg (HLA) - Cape Town (CPT)

Safair

$113

$129

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

HLA - Cape Town

Johannesburg (HLA) - Cape Town (CPT)

Safair

$113

$135

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

HLA - Cape Town

Johannesburg (HLA) - Cape Town (CPT)

Safair

$113

$141

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

HLA - Cape Town

Johannesburg (HLA) - Cape Town (CPT)

Safair

$115

$141

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

HLA - Cape Town

Johannesburg (HLA) - Cape Town (CPT)

Safair

$113

$141

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 15

$284 → $212

25%

6 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 23

$261 → $198

24%

7 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 11

$256 → $198

23%

7 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 24

$260 → $204

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Johannesburg - Cape Town route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Johannesburg to Cape Town are near the typical level of $207.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for prices as low as $97

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $97.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 15m

The typical direct flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town takes 2h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

83.8% of recent flights are direct

The majority of recent flights on this route are direct, making travel more convenient.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair offers direct flights

Safair is an airline that has offered direct flights on the Johannesburg to Cape Town route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Historically, deals on flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town are frequent, appearing often.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a primary departure point for flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town.

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

💸 Flights from ~$109

Lanseria International (HLA)

Lanseria International offers an alternative departure option for flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town.

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

💸 Flights from ~$114

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 ~$114

Airports nearby Cape Town used as alternative

George (GRJ)

George Airport can be a useful alternative for domestic connections, despite fewer international routes to Cape Town.

📍 ~400 km from Cape Town (reachable by car, ~4-5 hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~$106

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cape Town

72% AI deal score

$1,447

$1,224

Save $223

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cape Town

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town is 60+ days before departure. Across the trailing quarter, prices for this booking window averaged around $171. In contrast, booking within 0-6 days of departure typically saw average prices of $232. For those booking 7-13 days out, the average price was $274, indicating that earlier booking tends to offer better value for this route.

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 that period was $207. Prices typically range, with 75% of fares being $268 or less, indicating that securing a fare around $117 represents significant savings.

Historically, January has offered the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town, with a median price of $79. November also tends to be a more affordable month, with a median price of $97. While September had a median price of $139, the annual median for this route across the trailing quarter was $207, suggesting that booking in January or November could lead to substantial savings.

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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 are near the typical level

Fly in November for prices as low as $97

Direct flights take 2h 15m

83.8% of recent flights are direct

Safair offers direct flights

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 are near the typical level

Fly in November for prices as low as $97

Direct flights take 2h 15m

83.8% of recent flights are direct

Safair offers direct flights

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

Oct 22

Jan 15

Oct 10

Oct 17

Oct 24

Sep 05

Sep 13

Sep 13

Sep 26

Aug 21

Sep 13

Sep 13

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?