Can I fly direct from Richards Bay to Johannesburg?

Yes, direct flights from Richards Bay to Johannesburg are consistently available. Historically, 100% of the flights on this route across the trailing 90 days have been direct. This indicates that travelers can reliably find non-stop options for their journey. The prevalence of direct flights makes this a convenient route for travelers.

How long is the flight from Richards Bay to Johannesburg?

A direct flight from Richards Bay to Johannesburg typically takes 1 hour and 10 minutes. The median duration for direct flights on this route is 70 minutes. The approximate distance covered during this flight is 477 kilometers. Travelers can expect a relatively short journey between these two cities.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Richards Bay to Johannesburg?

Historically, good prices on flights from Richards Bay to Johannesburg are frequently available. This route is classified as one with frequent deals across the trailing 30 days. Travelers can often find competitive fares when planning their trips. The consistent availability of good prices makes this a favorable route for budget-conscious travelers.

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To Johannesburg

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2026-08-18 – 2026-08-24
RCB - Johannesburg
39% AI deal score
$118
$168
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Richards Bay to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Richards Bay to Johannesburg

A typical journey from Richards Bay to Johannesburg takes approximately 1h 10m. Since almost all itineraries are non-stop, this duration primarily reflects direct flight times. This short travel time makes the route a convenient option for travelers.

Right now, if you are looking for cheap flights from Richards Bay to Johannesburg, fares are above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $100–$166, with a median fare of $118. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find better prices.

The cheapest time to fly from Richards Bay to Johannesburg is often in August, with a median fare of $101. Other affordable months include May, where the median fare is $108, and June, with a median of $115. Planning your trip during these months could result in lower travel costs.

Almost all itineraries on this route are non-stop, with 100% of recent fares being direct flights from Richards Bay to Johannesburg. This high share of direct flights means you can expect a straightforward journey without the need for connections.

The distance between Richards Bay and Johannesburg is 477 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. This short distance contributes to the quick flight times and frequent direct flight options available for travelers.

How much is a round trip from Richards Bay to Johannesburg

Regular price: $98 - $225

Prices for flights from Richards Bay to Johannesburg are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Richards Bay to Johannesburg typically range from 98 USD to 225 USD. The current lowest deal is 170 USD with Airlink, for travel from Sep 14-Sep 29.

now $170

Low $98

High $225

The cheapest time to fly from Richards Bay to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from RCB to JNB is August, with a median price of $101. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $195. Prices are generally lower from February to August.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $101

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $195

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Direct flights from Richards Bay to Johannesburg

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Richards Bay to Johannesburg

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

RCB - Johannesburg

Richards Bay (RCB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$143

$233

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

RCB - Johannesburg

Richards Bay (RCB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$143

$234

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

RCB - Johannesburg

Richards Bay (RCB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$142

$229

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

RCB - Johannesburg

Richards Bay (RCB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$141

$581

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

RCB - Johannesburg

Richards Bay (RCB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$142

$202

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

RCB - Johannesburg

Richards Bay (RCB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$127

$174

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Richards Bay to Johannesburg

2 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 27

$138 → $172

25%

1 night

Sep 28 - Sep 29

$138 → $173

26%

7 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 12

$133 → $169

27%

7 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 14

$133 → $171

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Richards Bay to Johannesburg

Richards Bay - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Richards Bay to Johannesburg are above the typical level at $170.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically the cheapest month

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly from Richards Bay to Johannesburg, with a median price of $101.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 10m

The typical direct flight from Richards Bay to Johannesburg takes 1h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Airlink offers direct flights

Airlink offers direct flights from Richards Bay to Johannesburg, with 1 direct deal found.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink has direct flights

Airlink is a key airline for this route, offering direct flights from Richards Bay to Johannesburg.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Richards Bay to Johannesburg are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Richards Bay main airports to depart from

Richards Bay (RCB)

Cheapest

Richards Bay Airport (RCB) is a convenient departure point for flights to Johannesburg.

📍 ~7 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$191

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International Airport is the primary airport for flights to Johannesburg from Richards Bay.

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

💸 Flights from ~$191

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Bloemfontein (BFN)

Cheapest

Bloemfontein is a major domestic hub with reliable scheduled services, offering good infrastructure and accessibility.

📍 ~360 km from Johannesburg (requires a drive of approximately 4 hours)

💸 Flights from ~$293

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Richards Bay to Johannesburg is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price was around $115. Prices tend to be higher for last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging $159. For those booking more than 60 days in advance, the average price was $163, indicating that waiting slightly closer to the departure date can be more economical.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Richards Bay to Johannesburg is considered to be around $100 or less. The median price for this route has been $118. Prices tend to increase beyond this, with 75% of prices observed at $166 or higher. Aiming for a fare around $100 would put you in the lower quartile of historical prices.

Historically, August has been the cheapest month to fly from Richards Bay to Johannesburg, with a median price of $101. May also offered competitive prices, with a median of $108. The annual median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $118. While June also appears in the cheapest months list with a median of $115, it was also identified as the most expensive month, suggesting price variability.

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Richards Bay to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Richards Bay to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Richards Bay to Johannesburg

Regular price: $98 - $225

Prices for flights from Richards Bay to Johannesburg are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Richards Bay to Johannesburg typically range from 98 USD to 225 USD. The current lowest deal is 170 USD with Airlink, for travel from Sep 14-Sep 29.

now $170

Low $98

High $225

The cheapest time to fly from Richards Bay to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from RCB to JNB is August, with a median price of $101. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $195. Prices are generally lower from February to August.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $101

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $195

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Direct flights from Richards Bay to Johannesburg

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Richards Bay to Johannesburg

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

RCB - Johannesburg

Richards Bay (RCB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$143

$233

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

RCB - Johannesburg

Richards Bay (RCB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$143

$234

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

RCB - Johannesburg

Richards Bay (RCB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$142

$229

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

RCB - Johannesburg

Richards Bay (RCB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$141

$581

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

RCB - Johannesburg

Richards Bay (RCB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$142

$202

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

RCB - Johannesburg

Richards Bay (RCB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$127

$174

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Richards Bay to Johannesburg

2 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 27

$138 → $172

25%

1 night

Sep 28 - Sep 29

$138 → $173

26%

7 nights

Sep 5 - Sep 12

$133 → $169

27%

7 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 14

$133 → $171

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Richards Bay to Johannesburg