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Cheap flights from Vancouver to Johannesburg from C$ 978

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — JNB
26 Aug — 2 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver to Johannesburg

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Cheapest flights from Vancouver to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 July 2026.

Mon 7/127:00 p.m.
YVR
-
JNB
1 stop30h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 20/112:20 a.m.
JNB
-
YVR
1 stop26h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/7C$ 1,842
Fri 23/108:10 p.m.
YVR
-
JNB
2 stops29h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/1112:05 p.m.
JNB
-
YVR
2 stops43h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7C$ 1,866
Sun 13/97:10 p.m.
YVR
-
JNB
1 stop30h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 26/95:55 p.m.
JNB
-
YVR
1 stop32h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 22/7C$ 1,875
Sun 13/97:30 a.m.
YVR
-
JNB
2 stops41h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 26/95:55 p.m.
JNB
-
YVR
1 stop32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7C$ 1,928
Mon 19/105:50 p.m.
YVR
-
JNB
1 stop30h 35m
British Airways
Mon 18/17:35 p.m.
JNB
-
YVR
1 stop34h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 25/7C$ 1,966
Mon 26/109:55 p.m.
YVR
-
JNB
1 stop27h 30m
British Airways
Mon 30/117:35 p.m.
JNB
-
YVR
1 stop34h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 22/7C$ 1,971
Sun 1/119:55 p.m.
YVR
-
JNB
2 stops36h 35m
British Airways
Mon 30/117:35 p.m.
JNB
-
YVR
1 stop34h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 23/7C$ 1,995
Tue 8/91:25 a.m.
YVR
-
JNB
2 stops27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 23/92:30 p.m.
JNB
-
YVR
3 stops32h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7C$ 1,997
Tue 8/99:00 p.m.
YVR
-
JNB
1 stop27h 25m
British Airways
Tue 15/99:15 p.m.
JNB
-
YVR
2 stops33h 02m
British Airways
Deal found 24/7C$ 2,004
Sun 13/97:10 p.m.
YVR
-
HLA
2 stops41h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 26/95:55 a.m.
HLA
-
YVR
2 stops44h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7C$ 2,378
Mon 12/105:50 p.m.
YVR
-
HLA
2 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 23/1011:30 a.m.
HLA
-
YVR
2 stops37h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7C$ 2,408
Sat 19/95:50 p.m.
YVR
-
HLA
2 stops37h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/1012:05 p.m.
HLA
-
YVR
2 stops36h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7C$ 2,635

Find flight deals from Vancouver to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver (8CA) to Johannesburg (ZA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 27 July 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,828

One-way from

C$ 978

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 2,261
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 17/1-30/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 100h 35m total
  • Vancouver to Johannesburg
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5/10
  • 5/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 50m total
  • Vancouver to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 77 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver to Johannesburg that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 27 July 2026.
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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

VancouverJohannesburg

YVR - JNB

YVRJNB

Vancouver Intl

Sun 13/9

7:30 a.m.-10:15 a.m.

2 stops41h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/9

5:55 p.m.-5:15 p.m.

1 stop32h 20m

C$ 1,928
Quickest round-trip

VancouverJohannesburg

YVR - JNB

YVRJNB

Vancouver Intl

Tue 5/1

9:55 p.m.-9:25 a.m.

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/2

7:35 p.m.-8:50 p.m.

1 stop34h 15m

C$ 1,940

VancouverJohannesburg

YVR - JNB

YVRJNB

Vancouver Intl

Tue 5/1

9:55 p.m.-9:25 a.m.

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/1

12:20 p.m.-8:50 p.m.

2 stops41h 30m

C$ 1,954

VancouverJohannesburg

YVR - JNB

YVRJNB

Vancouver Intl

Wed 6/1

9:55 p.m.-9:25 a.m.

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/1

7:35 p.m.-8:50 p.m.

1 stop34h 15m

C$ 2,004

VancouverJohannesburg

YVR - JNB

YVRJNB

Vancouver Intl

Mon 12/10

12:00 p.m.-7:40 p.m.

2 stops46h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/10

11:15 p.m.-3:55 p.m.

1 stop25h 40m

C$ 2,015

VancouverJohannesburg

YVR - JNB

YVRJNB

Vancouver Intl

Wed 30/12

9:55 p.m.-9:25 a.m.

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/1

7:35 p.m.-8:50 p.m.

1 stop34h 15m

C$ 2,104

VancouverJohannesburg

YVR - JNB

YVRJNB

Vancouver Intl

Mon 4/1

9:55 p.m.-8:05 a.m.

2 stops49h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/1

5:40 p.m.-8:50 p.m.

2 stops60h 10m

C$ 2,173

VancouverJohannesburg

YVR - JNB

YVRJNB

Vancouver Intl

Mon 7/9

11:25 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

1 stop34h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

10:00 p.m.-8:58 p.m.

1 stop31h 58m

C$ 2,194

VancouverJohannesburg

YVR - JNB

YVRJNB

Vancouver Intl

Tue 5/1

12:45 p.m.-9:00 a.m.

2 stops59h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/2

8:40 p.m.-10:47 p.m.

3 stops59h 07m

C$ 2,246

VancouverJohannesburg

YVR - JNB

YVRJNB

Vancouver Intl

Sat 19/9

7:10 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

2 stops38h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

7:00 p.m.-9:18 p.m.

2 stops35h 18m

C$ 2,253

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver to Johannesburg

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver to Johannesburg?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Johannesburg (average of C$ 1,310). Flying from Vancouver to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 2,419). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Vancouver to Johannesburg?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Vancouver to Johannesburg flights typically cost between C$ 2,025 and C$ 2,549 in January.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 1,828 on British Airways (17 Jan-30 Jan).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Vancouver to Johannesburg?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Vancouver to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 49 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 27 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,American Airlines, andAir Canada from Vancouver to Johannesburg by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,550 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7.8
Good
1,550 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,550 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,836 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,550 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,392 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,550 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,159 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,550 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,130 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,550 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver to Johannesburg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Vancouver to Johannesburg?

    A quick flight from Vancouver to Johannesburg can take about 26h 30m. British Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 1,940. Vancouver and Johannesburg are separated by a distance of 16452 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Vancouver to Johannesburg round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines (C$ 786), Condor (C$ 852), and KLM (C$ 952) offers the cheapest pricing from Vancouver to Johannesburg. You may be able to fly from Vancouver to Johannesburg for 57% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Vancouver to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Vancouver to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Vancouver to Johannesburg?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Vancouver to Johannesburg.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Vancouver to Johannesburg?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver to Johannesburg by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver to Johannesburg?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Johannesburg (average of C$ 1,310). Flying from Vancouver to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 2,419). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Vancouver to Johannesburg

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver to Johannesburg. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 27 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapestC$ 786AverageC$ 823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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CondorCheapestC$ 852AverageC$ 2,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestC$ 952AverageC$ 1,643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,149AverageC$ 1,950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 1,225AverageC$ 1,483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,310AverageC$ 1,501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,377AverageC$ 1,879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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LufthansaCheapestC$ 1,471AverageC$ 2,027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestC$ 1,521AverageC$ 2,175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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