What percentage of Johannesburg to Upington flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 78% of flights from Johannesburg to Upington have been direct. For journeys that include stopovers, travelers typically experience one stop. This indicates that a significant majority of available flights on this route offer the convenience of a direct connection, streamlining the travel experience between the two cities.

How many hours is the flight from Johannesburg to Upington?

The typical direct flight from Johannesburg to Upington has a median duration of 1 hour and 35 minutes. This route covers a distance of approximately 735 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 6 hours and 55 minutes. Travelers should consider direct options for a considerably shorter journey.

How often do cheap flights from Johannesburg to Upington come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Johannesburg to Upington are considered to come up frequently. This indicates that travelers have regular opportunities to find favorable prices for this route. The consistent availability of deals over a 30-day window suggests that patience and flexibility can be rewarded when searching for flights between these two cities.

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Johannesburg to Upington: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Upington

For cheap flights from Johannesburg to Upington, the month of April typically offers the most competitive fares, with a median price of $167. Other favorable months include September, with a median of $170, and October, where the median fare is $171. Planning your trip during these periods can help secure better value.

Right now, fares for flights from Johannesburg to Upington are below the typical level, with prices typically ranging from $171–$179, and a median of $175. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

When considering flights from Johannesburg to Upington, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with direct flights from Johannesburg to Upington making up 78% of recent fares. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

A typical journey from Johannesburg to Upington takes approximately 1h 35m. This duration reflects the median flight time, which includes both direct and connecting itineraries, though most flights on this route are non-stop.

The route from Johannesburg to Upington covers a distance of 735 kilometers. This classifies it as a short-haul flight, making it a relatively quick journey between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Upington

Regular price: $146 - $305

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Upington are currently above the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Johannesburg to Upington typically range from $146 to $305. The current lowest deal is $320 with Airlink, for travel from Jan 14-Jan 21.

now $320

Low $146

High $305

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Upington

The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Upington is April, with a median price of $167. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $280. Generally, prices are lower from January to October.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $167

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $280

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Upington

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Upington

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Upington

Johannesburg (JNB) - Upington (UTN)

Airlink

$221

$503

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Upington

Johannesburg (JNB) - Upington (UTN)

Airlink

$221

$448

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Upington

Johannesburg (JNB) - Upington (UTN)

Airlink

$221

$473

One-way

Thu, Jul 30

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Upington

Johannesburg (JNB) - Upington (UTN)

Airlink

$210

$323

One-way

Thu, Jul 30

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Upington

Johannesburg (JNB) - Upington (UTN)

Airlink

$220

$468

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Upington

Johannesburg (JNB) - Upington (UTN)

Airlink

$215

$445

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 10

$230 → $333

45%

4 nights

Jul 30 - Aug 3

$217 → $323

49%

4 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 10

$231 → $337

46%

5 nights

Jul 30 - Aug 4

$210 → $323

54%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Upington

Johannesburg - Upington route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Johannesburg to Upington are above the typical level at $320.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $167.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 35m

The typical direct flight duration from Johannesburg to Upington is 1 hour and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

78% of recent flights are direct

Most flights on this route are direct, with Airlink offering direct services.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers direct flights

Airlink is a key airline providing direct flights from Johannesburg to Upington.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Historically, deals for flights from Johannesburg to Upington appear frequently.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

Fly from JNB to UTN. This airport is a convenient option for flights to Upington.

📍 ~20 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$344

Lanseria International (HLA)

Consider HLA for your flight to UTN. This airport serves the Johannesburg area.

📍 ~30 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$587

Upington main airports to arrive at

Upington (UTN)

Cheapest

Upington Airport is a convenient arrival choice for direct access to Upington and surrounding areas.

📍 ~2 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$344

Airports nearby Upington used as alternative

Kimberley (KIM)

Kimberley Airport is a practical regional alternative for scheduled flights to major South African hubs.

📍 ~400 km from Upington (approximately 4 hours of driving time).

💸 Flights from ~$142

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Upington

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Johannesburg to Upington is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight has been observed at approximately $170. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees a slight increase to an average of $175, while prices tend to be higher further out, reaching an average of $287 for bookings made 60+ days in advance. These trends are based on observations over a 90-day window.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Johannesburg to Upington is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $171. The median price for this route over the same 90-day period was $175. Prices above $179 typically fall into the higher end of the spectrum for this route. Travelers should aim for fares around or below the $171 threshold to secure a favorable price.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Johannesburg to Upington include April, with a median price of $167, and September, with a median price of $170. October also shows competitive pricing, with a median of $171. The annual median price for this route is $175, based on data collected over a 270-day period. While October can be one of the cheapest months, it has also been observed as the most expensive month, with a median price of $171.

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Johannesburg to Upington: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Upington

The route from Johannesburg to Upington covers a distance of 735 kilometers. This classifies it as a short-haul flight, making it a relatively quick journey between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Upington

Regular price: $146 - $305

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Upington are currently above the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Johannesburg to Upington typically range from $146 to $305. The current lowest deal is $320 with Airlink, for travel from Jan 14-Jan 21.

now $320

Low $146

High $305

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Upington

April

Cheapest

Flights from $167

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $280

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Upington

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Upington

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Upington

Johannesburg (JNB) - Upington (UTN)

Airlink

$221

$503

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Upington

Johannesburg (JNB) - Upington (UTN)

Airlink

$221

$448

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Upington

Johannesburg (JNB) - Upington (UTN)

Airlink

$221

$473

One-way

Thu, Jul 30

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Upington

Johannesburg (JNB) - Upington (UTN)

Airlink

$210

$323

One-way

Thu, Jul 30

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Upington

Johannesburg (JNB) - Upington (UTN)

Airlink

$220

$468

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Upington

Johannesburg (JNB) - Upington (UTN)

Airlink

$215

$445

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 10

$230 → $333

45%

4 nights

Jul 30 - Aug 3

$217 → $323

49%

4 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 10

$231 → $337

46%

5 nights

Jul 30 - Aug 4

$210 → $323

54%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Upington