How many flights from Johannesburg to Harare are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 87.6% of flights from Johannesburg to Harare have been non-stop. This indicates that direct flights are the predominant option for this route. For journeys that include a stopover, travelers typically experience one stop before reaching their destination.

What's the flight time from Johannesburg to Harare?

The typical direct flight from Johannesburg to Harare has a median duration of 1 hour and 50 minutes. This route covers a distance of 958 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 11 hours, reflecting the additional time taken for layovers and connecting flights.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Johannesburg to Harare?

Historically, good prices on flights from Johannesburg to Harare are observed with frequent regularity. This route is classified as one that often presents favorable pricing opportunities for travelers. The consistent availability of competitive fares makes it a route where travelers can often find value.

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Johannesburg to Harare: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Harare

For those looking for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Harare, July stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $120. Other cost-effective options include September, where the median fare is $127, and August, with a median of $130. Planning your trip during these months can lead to significant savings.

Fares for flights from Johannesburg to Harare typically range from $121–$359, with a median price of $171. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 53% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that favorable deals are often available if you track prices. New deals appear almost daily, making it worthwhile to set up price alerts.

When flying from Johannesburg to Harare, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 87.6% of recent fares being direct flights from Johannesburg to Harare. For the few itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

A typical journey from Johannesburg to Harare takes about 1h 50m, including both direct and connecting itineraries. This reflects the relatively short distance between the two cities, making for a quick and convenient travel experience.

The route from Johannesburg to Harare covers a distance of 958 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This short distance contributes to the quick flight times and the high prevalence of direct flights.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Harare

Regular price: $275 - $385

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

Regular prices for flights from Johannesburg to Harare typically range from 275 USD to 385 USD. The current lowest deal is 176 USD with Safair, for travel from Aug 19-Aug 22.

now $176

Low $275

High $385

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Harare

The cheapest month to fly from JNB to HRE is September, with a median price of $142. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $378. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $142

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $378

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Harare

Safair

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Harare

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Harare

Johannesburg (JNB) - Harare (HRE)

Safair

$354

$192

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Harare

Johannesburg (JNB) - Harare (HRE)

Safair

$350

$204

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Harare

Johannesburg (JNB) - Harare (HRE)

Safair

$352

$214

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Harare

Johannesburg (JNB) - Harare (HRE)

Safair

$352

$184

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Harare

Johannesburg (JNB) - Harare (HRE)

Safair

$395

$204

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Harare

Johannesburg (JNB) - Harare (HRE)

Safair

$392

$212

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 3 - Aug 4

$374 → $182

51%

1 night

Aug 2 - Aug 3

$395 → $204

48%

2 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 4

$392 → $212

46%

1 night

Jul 29 - Jul 30

$352 → $184

48%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Harare

Johannesburg - Harare route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Johannesburg to Harare are below the typical level, with 53% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $142.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 50m

The typical direct flight from Johannesburg to Harare takes 1 hour and 50 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

87.6% of recent flights are direct

Most flights on this route are direct, with frequent deals available over the last 30 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair offers direct flights

Safair is one airline that has offered direct flights from Johannesburg to Harare.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider flying in July, August, or September

Historically, July, August, and September have offered some of the lowest median prices.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International Airport is a good option for flights from Johannesburg to Harare.

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

💸 Flights from ~$176

Harare main airports to arrive at

Harare International (HRE)

Cheapest

Harare International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Johannesburg to Harare.

📍 ~13 km from Harare (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$176

Airports nearby Harare used as alternative

Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International (BUQ)

Cheapest

This airport is a practical alternative for travelers heading to the southern or western parts of Zimbabwe.

📍 ~360 km from Harare (significant driving distance, approx. 5-6 hours).

💸 Flights from ~$343

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Harare

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Johannesburg to Harare is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this window, the average price for a ticket has been observed at around $169. Prices tend to increase significantly for last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging $469. Conversely, booking too far in advance, such as 28-59 days prior, has shown an average price of $301.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Johannesburg to Harare is considered to be $121 or less. The median price for this route has historically been $171. Travelers should aim to pay less than $359, as prices above this amount fall into the more expensive range based on observed trends over a 90-day period.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Johannesburg to Harare are July, September, and August. In July, the median price was observed at $120, while September had a median of $127, and August showed a median of $130. These figures are notably lower than the annual median price of $171 for this route, based on data collected over a 270-day period.

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Johannesburg to Harare: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Harare

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Harare

Regular price: $275 - $385

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

Regular prices for flights from Johannesburg to Harare typically range from 275 USD to 385 USD. The current lowest deal is 176 USD with Safair, for travel from Aug 19-Aug 22.

now $176

Low $275

High $385

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Harare

September

Cheapest

Flights from $142

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $378

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Harare

Safair

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Harare

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Harare

Johannesburg (JNB) - Harare (HRE)

Safair

$354

$192

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Harare

Johannesburg (JNB) - Harare (HRE)

Safair

$350

$204

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Harare

Johannesburg (JNB) - Harare (HRE)

Safair

$352

$214

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Harare

Johannesburg (JNB) - Harare (HRE)

Safair

$352

$184

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Harare

Johannesburg (JNB) - Harare (HRE)

Safair

$395

$204

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Harare

Johannesburg (JNB) - Harare (HRE)

Safair

$392

$212

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 3 - Aug 4

$374 → $182

51%

1 night

Aug 2 - Aug 3

$395 → $204

48%

2 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 4

$392 → $212

46%

1 night

Jul 29 - Jul 30

$352 → $184

48%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Harare