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Cheap flights from Vancouver to Johannesburg from C$ 970

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 17/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — JNB
1 Sep — 8 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 2 August 2026.

Thu 1/1011:15 p.m.
YVR
-
JNB
2 stops31h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 23/105:00 p.m.
JNB
-
YVR
2 stops57h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8C$ 1,869
Sun 20/95:50 p.m.
YVR
-
JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Condor
Sun 4/106:35 p.m.
JNB
-
YVR
1 stop30h 15m
Condor
Deal found 31/7C$ 1,873
Sun 20/95:50 p.m.
YVR
-
JNB
2 stops32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/106:35 p.m.
JNB
-
YVR
1 stop30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7C$ 1,950
Mon 14/96:00 a.m.
YVR
-
JNB
3 stops42h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 21/98:55 p.m.
JNB
-
YVR
2 stops33h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7C$ 1,963
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 31/7C$ 1,984
Wed 2/95:55 p.m.
YVR
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
British Airways
Wed 28/107:35 p.m.
JNB
-
YVR
1 stop33h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 1/8C$ 1,985
Wed 9/99:00 p.m.
YVR
-
JNB
1 stop27h 25m
British Airways
Wed 28/107:35 p.m.
JNB
-
YVR
1 stop33h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 1/8C$ 1,987
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 30/7C$ 1,988
Wed 9/99:00 p.m.
YVR
-
JNB
1 stop27h 25m
British Airways
Wed 16/99:15 p.m.
JNB
-
YVR
2 stops33h 02m
British Airways
Deal found 28/7C$ 1,989
Sun 1/119:55 p.m.
YVR
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
British Airways
Tue 24/117:35 p.m.
JNB
-
YVR
2 stops37h 12m
British Airways
Deal found 31/7C$ 1,999
Sun 20/95:50 p.m.
YVR
-
HLA
2 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/1012:05 p.m.
HLA
-
YVR
2 stops36h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7C$ 2,460
Thu 24/95:50 p.m.
YVR
-
HLA
2 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/1012:05 p.m.
HLA
-
YVR
2 stops36h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7C$ 2,869

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 2 August 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,869

One-way from

C$ 970

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 2,316
1/10-23/10
  • 1/10-23/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 88h 55m total
  • Vancouver to Johannesburg
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17/10
  • 17/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 10m total
  • Vancouver to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (C$ 29 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 76 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 2 August 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

VancouverJohannesburg

YVR - JNB

YVRJNB

Vancouver Intl

Wed 4/11

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

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

7:35 p.m.-11:47 p.m.

2 stops37h 12m

C$ 1,999

VancouverJohannesburg

YVR - JNB

YVRJNB

Vancouver Intl

Tue 3/11

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

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

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

1 stop34h 15m

C$ 2,010

VancouverJohannesburg

YVR - JNB

YVRJNB

Vancouver Intl

Mon 2/11

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

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

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

1 stop34h 15m

C$ 2,010

VancouverJohannesburg

YVR - JNB

YVRJNB

Vancouver Intl

Mon 7/12

10:20 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

2 stops38h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/1

12:20 a.m.-6:05 p.m.

1 stop26h 45m

C$ 2,031

VancouverJohannesburg

YVR - JNB

YVRJNB

Vancouver Intl

Sat 16/1

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

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/2

7:35 p.m.-11:15 p.m.

2 stops36h 40m

C$ 2,040

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$ 2,050

VancouverJohannesburg

YVR - JNB

YVRJNB

Vancouver Intl

Tue 1/12

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

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/12

7:35 p.m.-11:17 p.m.

2 stops60h 42m

C$ 2,068

VancouverJohannesburg

YVR - JNB

YVRJNB

Vancouver Intl

Wed 2/9

7:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m.

2 stops26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/10

10:25 a.m.-4:19 p.m.

3 stops38h 54m

C$ 2,074

VancouverJohannesburg

YVR - JNB

YVRJNB

Vancouver Intl

Tue 1/12

9:45 a.m.-10:05 a.m.

2 stops39h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/12

10:00 p.m.-3:54 p.m.

2 stops50h 54m

C$ 2,075

VancouverJohannesburg

YVR - JNB

YVRJNB

Vancouver Intl

Wed 4/11

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

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

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

1 stop34h 15m

C$ 2,075

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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$ 1,303). Flying from Vancouver to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 2,406). 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$ 2,013 and C$ 2,534 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 1,869 on Multiple Airlines (1 Oct-23 Oct).

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 2 August 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
1,552 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

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
1,552 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,552 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

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
11,845 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,552 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

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
11,418 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,552 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

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
8,174 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,552 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

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
8,139 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,552 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

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$ 1,999. Vancouver and Johannesburg are separated by a distance of 16452 km.

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

    According to our current data, Turkish Airlines (C$ 677), American Airlines (C$ 782), and Condor (C$ 847) offers the cheapest pricing from Vancouver to Johannesburg. You may be able to fly from Vancouver to Johannesburg for 62% 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$ 1,303). Flying from Vancouver to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 2,406). 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 10 airlines flying from Vancouver to Johannesburg

Discover the top 10 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 2 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestC$ 677AverageC$ 1,745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 782AverageC$ 818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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CondorCheapestC$ 847AverageC$ 2,158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapestC$ 869AverageC$ 2,016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestC$ 946AverageC$ 1,635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 1,218AverageC$ 1,474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,303AverageC$ 1,499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,369AverageC$ 1,868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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LufthansaCheapestC$ 1,463AverageC$ 2,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestC$ 1,512AverageC$ 2,162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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