Are direct flights from Toronto to Johannesburg always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by minimizing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more connections can often be more affordable, depending on the route and airline.

Can flexible travel dates help on Toronto to Johannesburg flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Mid-week flights or those during off-peak seasons often have lower fares than weekend or holiday travel. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may unlock better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Toronto to Johannesburg flights?

Always review potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight meal prices. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Toronto to Johannesburg

2026-10-13 – 2026-10-27
YTO - Johannesburg
93% AI deal score
CA$2,143
CA$1,258
Round trip
2026-10-06 – 2026-10-27
YTO - Johannesburg
93% AI deal score
CA$2,116
CA$1,259
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2026-10-06 – 2026-10-20
YTO - Johannesburg
93% AI deal score
CA$2,118
CA$1,261
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2026-11-23 – 2026-11-30
YTO - Johannesburg
93% AI deal score
CA$2,225
CA$1,262
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2026-09-04 – 2026-09-14
YTO - Johannesburg
92% AI deal score
CA$2,077
CA$1,325
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2026-09-15 – 2026-09-22
YTO - Johannesburg
93% AI deal score
CA$2,164
CA$1,325
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2027-01-12 – 2027-01-26
YTO - Johannesburg
93% AI deal score
CA$2,272
CA$1,327
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2026-09-08 – 2026-09-15
YTO - Johannesburg
92% AI deal score
CA$2,140
CA$1,342
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2026-10-11 – 2026-10-20
YTO - Johannesburg
92% AI deal score
CA$2,156
CA$1,422
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2027-01-22 – 2027-01-25
YTO - Johannesburg
93% AI deal score
CA$2,392
CA$1,422
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Toronto to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Toronto to Johannesburg

For cheap flights from Toronto to Johannesburg, fares typically range from $1652–$2432, with a median price of $2070. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 29% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive offers appear regularly. New deals for this route appear almost daily, making it beneficial to monitor prices.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Toronto to Johannesburg, the data indicates that August is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $959. Close behind are April, with a median fare of $974, and January, where the median fare is $980. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower prices on this long-haul journey.

A typical journey from Toronto to Johannesburg involves a significant travel time, with a median duration of 58h 35m including connections. This is largely due to the nature of the route, as most itineraries connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares were for direct flights from Toronto to Johannesburg, meaning all observed itineraries included at least one stopover. When connecting, the median number of stopovers is 2, which contributes to the extended travel time.

This route covers an extensive distance of 13370 kilometers, classifying it as a long-haul journey. Such a significant distance inherently involves longer travel times and typically requires multiple flight segments or connections to reach the destination.

How much is a round trip from Toronto to Johannesburg

Regular price: CA$1,883 - CA$2,636

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

Regular prices for flights from Toronto to Johannesburg typically range from 1883 CAD to 2636 CAD. The current lowest deal is 1252 CAD with Kenya Airways for travel from Sep 9-Sep 25.

now CA$1,252

Low CA$1,883

High CA$2,636

The cheapest time to fly from Toronto to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from YTO to JNB is August, with a median price of $959. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $3391. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

August

Cheapest

Flights from CA$959

December

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$3,391

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Toronto to Johannesburg

Kenya Airways

Ethiopian Airlines

Etihad Airways

Porter Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Toronto to Johannesburg

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Johannesburg

Toronto (YYZ) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Air Transat

CA$2,377

CA$1,833

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Johannesburg

Toronto (YYZ) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Egyptair

CA$2,496

CA$1,841

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Johannesburg

Toronto (YYZ) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Egyptair

CA$2,518

CA$1,864

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Johannesburg

Toronto (YYZ) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways

CA$2,056

CA$1,421

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Johannesburg

Toronto (YYZ) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

CA$2,055

CA$1,668

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Johannesburg

Toronto (YYZ) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

CA$2,077

CA$1,711

One-way

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

12 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 14

CA$2,814 → CA$1,459

48%

14 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 23

CA$2,922 → CA$1,837

37%

21 nights

Oct 1 - Oct 22

CA$2,509 → CA$1,461

42%

10 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 14

CA$2,531 → CA$1,520

40%

Popular Airports to fly from Toronto to Johannesburg

Toronto - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Toronto to Johannesburg are near the typical level of $2070.

📅 Best time to fly

August is the cheapest month to fly

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $959.

⏱️ Flight duration

Long-haul flights average 58h 35m

Flights from Toronto to Johannesburg typically involve a long-haul journey averaging 58h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Kenya Airways offers 45 deals

Kenya Airways historically offers 45 deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

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

Toronto main airports to depart from

Toronto Pearson International (YYZ)

Cheapest

Toronto Pearson International is a primary option for flights from Toronto to Johannesburg.

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

💸 Flights from ~$895

Billy Bishop Toronto City (YTZ)

Billy Bishop Toronto City offers an alternative for your journey from Toronto to Johannesburg.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car or ferry)

💸 Flights from ~$957

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International Airport is a primary gateway to Johannesburg from Toronto.

📍 ~20 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$895

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

Durban International is a major international hub and a reliable backup for long-haul and domestic connectivity.

📍 ~500 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CA$1,900

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

93% AI deal score

$5,832

$3,530

Save $2,302

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices from various airlines and booking sites can also help you discover better deals. Looking into flights with layovers may sometimes present lower fares than direct options.

Booking in advance often provides more competitive prices, especially for longer international routes. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Weekday bookings sometimes offer slight advantages over weekend purchases.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal different flight options and prices. While it may add travel time, the potential savings could be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of ground transportation to and from these alternative airports.

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Toronto to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Toronto to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Toronto to Johannesburg

Regular price: CA$1,883 - CA$2,636

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

Regular prices for flights from Toronto to Johannesburg typically range from 1883 CAD to 2636 CAD. The current lowest deal is 1252 CAD with Kenya Airways for travel from Sep 9-Sep 25.

now CA$1,252

Low CA$1,883

High CA$2,636

The cheapest time to fly from Toronto to Johannesburg

August

Cheapest

Flights from CA$959

December

Most Expensive

Flights from CA$3,391

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Toronto to Johannesburg

Kenya Airways

Ethiopian Airlines

Etihad Airways

Porter Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Toronto to Johannesburg

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Johannesburg

Toronto (YYZ) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Air Transat

CA$2,377

CA$1,833

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Johannesburg

Toronto (YYZ) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Egyptair

CA$2,496

CA$1,841

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Johannesburg

Toronto (YYZ) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Egyptair

CA$2,518

CA$1,864

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Johannesburg

Toronto (YYZ) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways

CA$2,056

CA$1,421

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Johannesburg

Toronto (YYZ) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Etihad Airways

CA$2,055

CA$1,668

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

YYZ - Johannesburg

Toronto (YYZ) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

CA$2,077

CA$1,711

One-way

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

12 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 14

CA$2,814 → CA$1,459

48%

14 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 23

CA$2,922 → CA$1,837

37%

21 nights

Oct 1 - Oct 22

CA$2,509 → CA$1,461

42%

10 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 14

CA$2,531 → CA$1,520

40%

Popular Airports to fly from Toronto to Johannesburg