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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town from C$ 97

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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CPT
24 May — 31 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or February, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 April 2026.

Wed 12/88:35 p.m.
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Tue 18/86:25 p.m.
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 20/4C$ 242
Tue 20/105:40 p.m.
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Sat 24/109:55 a.m.
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 20/4C$ 244
Tue 21/75:40 p.m.
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Sun 26/79:00 a.m.
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 19/4C$ 249
Sun 18/107:30 a.m.
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Wed 21/106:25 p.m.
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 20/4C$ 250
Sun 22/118:35 p.m.
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Thu 26/116:25 p.m.
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 23/4C$ 252
Fri 23/103:05 p.m.
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Tue 27/103:20 p.m.
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 20/4C$ 256
Tue 8/98:35 p.m.
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Tue 15/96:05 a.m.
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 23/4C$ 257
Wed 1/75:40 p.m.
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Wed 15/76:05 a.m.
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 20/4C$ 259
Fri 31/73:05 p.m.
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Sat 15/89:00 a.m.
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 20/4C$ 265
Wed 3/68:35 p.m.
JNB
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Airlink
Mon 8/69:55 a.m.
CPT
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 05m
Airlink
Deal found 23/4C$ 268

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 24 April 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 242

One-way from

C$ 97

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 259

Good round-trip deal

C$ 210 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 113 or less
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  • Airlink
  • 12/8-18/8
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Cape Town
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 9/10
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Cape Town
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Cape Town 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 24 April 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/9

8:35 p.m.-10:50 p.m.

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/9

3:20 p.m.-5:25 p.m.

Nonstop2h 05m

C$ 242

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

4:20 p.m.-6:35 p.m.

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/7

6:05 a.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop2h 05m

C$ 259

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/10

8:35 p.m.-10:50 p.m.

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/10

7:00 a.m.-9:05 a.m.

Nonstop2h 05m

C$ 264

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

12:20 p.m.-2:35 p.m.

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/8

7:00 a.m.-9:05 a.m.

Nonstop2h 05m

C$ 272

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/8

7:30 a.m.-9:45 a.m.

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/8

6:05 a.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop2h 05m

C$ 287

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

8:35 p.m.-10:50 p.m.

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/6

6:05 a.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop2h 05m

C$ 297

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/6

8:35 p.m.-10:50 p.m.

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/7

9:55 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Nonstop2h 05m

C$ 320

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

5:40 p.m.-7:55 p.m.

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/7

3:20 p.m.-5:25 p.m.

Nonstop2h 05m

C$ 327

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

4:20 p.m.-6:35 p.m.

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/7

9:55 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Nonstop2h 05m

C$ 328

JohannesburgCape Town

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/7

4:20 p.m.-6:35 p.m.

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/7

9:55 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Nonstop2h 05m

C$ 328

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town?

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 89 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town (average of C$ 183). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 286). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 April 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from OR Tambo to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 18 April 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town?

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 24 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Airlink,FlySafair, andSouth African from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.5
Very good
86 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8.5
Very good
86 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very good
86 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
FlySafair
8.2
Very good
129 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very good
86 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
South African
7.6
Good
60 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very good
86 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cape Town. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cape Town Intl from Johannesburg OR Tambo; the airport handles an average of 75 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights to the Cape Town airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo. It is only a 15.6 km journey from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Cape Town’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town?

    A quick flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town can take about 2h 10m. Airlink provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 382. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 1271 km. All flights are typically direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town round-trip from C$ 103. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are FlexFlight, from C$ 136, and Lift, from C$ 149. Airlink is 51% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with South African, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 69. FlySafair flights start at C$ 73 while deals on Airlink start at C$ 79 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town?

    Consider LATAM Airlines (95%), Air France (93%) or Emirates (93%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town?

    While on average a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town is generally C$ 197, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 96. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Cape Town Intl), you can expect to pay C$ 363 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Cape Town 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town (average of C$ 183). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 286). 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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AirlinkCheapestC$ 103AverageC$ 161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlexFlightCheapestC$ 136AverageC$ 268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LiftCheapestC$ 149AverageC$ 251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlySafairCheapestC$ 156AverageC$ 239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestC$ 177AverageC$ 258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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