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R4 542 Find cheap flights from India to Johannesburg

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Flights to OR Tambo - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to OR Tambo to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg?

The average price of all flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg is Sunday where tickets can be as cheap as R9 884. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Tuesday, where prices are R10 424 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is August, where tickets cost R12 154 on average for one-way flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and September, where the average cost of tickets from India is R15 061 and R14 752 respectively. For return trips, the best month to travel is September with an average price of R8 175.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The average price for all flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
The cheapest time of day to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally in the morning, when flights cost R8 618 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is R10 645.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 143 days before departure.

Good to know

Low season

July

High season

December

Cheapest flight

R4 542
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (4% more expensive on average)
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FAQs - booking Johannesburg flights

  • How do I get from OR Tambo International Airport into Johannesburg?

    It is advisable to arrange for your hotel to collect you or to use the shuttle bus provided by the airport. Alternatively you can take a taxi, but for the sake of safety ensure that you book an accredited meter taxi service through the Airports Company South Africa information desk, located inside the terminal.

  • Is there a prayer room at OR Tambo International Airport?

    There is a Christian chapel at the airport, which is open 24/7 and additionally holds services at 1pm on Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday, as well as every second Wednesday at 7pm. The chapel is situated on Level 2 in Terminal B. There is also a Muslim prayer room in International Arrivals, which is open 24/7 and has a service starting just after noon on Fridays.

  • How do I transfer between terminals at OR Tambo International Airport?

    If you are transferring from an international to a domestic flight you will need to clear customs and change terminals. It is possible to walk between Terminal A (international) and Terminal B (domestic). If you are changing airlines you will need to collect your luggage and check it back in, so it is advisable to leave enough time between flights.

  • Can I hire a car at OR Tambo International Airport?

    There are several national and international car hire companies at OR Tambo International Airport, including Avis, Hertz and Thrifty Car Rental. The car rental desks are located on the ground floor of the parking lot at the domestic terminal (Terminal B). It is advisable to reserve your vehicle in advance.

  • How far is Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from central Johannesburg?

    The city centre of Johannesburg is 21 km from Johannesburg.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Johannesburg?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Johannesburg.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Johannesburg?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Johannesburg is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Johannesburg?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Johannesburg with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Johannesburg?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Johannesburg up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • How many direct flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are there each week?

    Each week there are around 1 224 direct flights from within India to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The most common day for departures is Monday, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Johannesburg

  • Book at least 1 week before departure in order to get a below-average price.
  • High season is considered to be May, June and July. The cheapest month to fly from India is September.
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Johannesburg flight deals.
  • There are a number of national carriers that operate flights to Johannesburg from India, although none of them fly direct. Your choice of airline might depend on where your journey originates, which airlines you have an affiliation with or where you would like to have a stopover. The airlines flying from India into OR Tambo International Airport include Air Seychelles, Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines and Etihad Airways. All international flights land at Terminal A.
  • For passengers travelling with a baby on flights to Johannesburg, you will be pleased to know that OR Tambo International Airport has baby care facilities with changing tables located in most of the female toilet facilities throughout both terminals. Look out for the signs that will direct you to the nearest baby care facility.
  • Hungry travellers who are transferring to regional flights and have a layover in Terminal A at OR Tambo International Airport can satisfy their appetite at a number of restaurants. You can choose from McGinty’s pub or the News Café bar and restaurant, while the Africa Lounge bar and restaurant is in the duty free area of Terminal A.
  • If you need to exchange currency before travelling from the airport into Johannesburg, ATMs, banks such as ABSA and currency exchange counters including Master Currency, Bidvest and Travelex are located in the arrivals area of Terminal A. Here you can buy your South African rand before travelling into the city.
  • There are some good souvenir shops in Terminal A at OR Tambo International Airport if you are looking to browse while waiting for a flight. Keep an eye out for souvenirs from South Africa and neighbouring countries in shops such as Out of Africa, Indaba Lifestyle or Big Five Duty Free, and get something that will remind you of your trip to southern Africa.
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Prefer to fly direct to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

Find which airlines fly direct to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

India to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Monday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +68 more

ANA, ASKY, +69 more

Tuesday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +61 more

ANA, ASKY, +62 more

Wednesday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +65 more

ANA, ASKY, +66 more

Thursday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +60 more

ANA, ASKY, +61 more

Friday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +68 more

ANA, ASKY, +69 more

Saturday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +60 more

ANA, ASKY, +61 more

Sunday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +65 more

ANA, ASKY, +66 more

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Direct returns

Johannesburg OR Tambo to India

Monday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +68 more

ANA, ASKY, +69 more

Tuesday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +61 more

ANA, ASKY, +62 more

Wednesday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +65 more

ANA, ASKY, +66 more

Thursday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +60 more

ANA, ASKY, +61 more

Friday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +68 more

ANA, ASKY, +69 more

Saturday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +60 more

ANA, ASKY, +61 more

Sunday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +65 more

ANA, ASKY, +66 more

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Top 5 airlines serving from India to OR Tambo

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Johannesburg. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from India to Johannesburg. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7,5
Qatar AirwaysOverall score based on 3844 reviews
7,5Entertainment
7,7Boarding
7,4Food
7,5Comfort
8,0Crew
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Moved seats, didn't accommodate requests to change seats even though other seats were available.

2,0 MediocreAnonymous, Aug 2024HYD - DOH
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Moved seats, didn't accommodate requests to change seats even though other seats were available.

Being a QR Platinum member traveling in business class, I expected the staff to be more courteous. Unfortunately, the lady staff was rude attending business class 1K side.

It was a long flight but overall a good one. The one thing that I would comment on is that there is a real problem with disposable plastic products when it comes to the meal service. It would be great for Qatar Airways to find ways to make its meal service more circular and reduce the immense amount of waste.

they give hard time at checking, they not allow computer bag or purse

There’s lots of problem I faced from Bom to Doha that experience was worst I never faced before like this

Overall it was a very good experience. Boarding was efficient and well organized. The cabin crew were excellent. The meals were tasty and quite filling. The warm bread rolls were a nice touch. Seats were comfortable even if they were a little narrow. Entertainment selection was excellent.

This is my first and last flight with Qatar because when we go for boarding pass in Delhi airport the team asked for money charging me for hand baggage which is technically including with my ticket so also we get one our temple pics I ask them to checking in but they tell me I have to pay $500 dollars for that additional which is not make sense than I diseased to throw away because I can’t take with us . For carry in beg also I pay some Indian n currency for the guy who help I already pay 6 passengers ticket cost me $8000 so really I’m not happy . PLUS MY 6 checked baggage was damaged I already claim for four beg at airport but now I’m worried about my stuff inside maybe broken too which is more expensive stuff me really bad experience

My seat that I booked over a year ago and some other passenger was sitting in it. They said they could not walk and they would not move. I was with my young kid and the crew did nothing to accommodate that. Just disappointed that the airline accepts that excuse from a passenger.

They shld improve and provide a lunch or dinner in an international leg

The crew was courteous and efficient. There was no entertainment or liquor service on this short international flight.

This flight was a dreamliner so I think the space was ok for the legs, but the option for food was again limited and the crew was same.

Bad. Flight was very uncomfortable with narrow and shallow seats, very little food and water. I will not fly etihad again.

In never flown this flight, because my flight coning from Barcelona was delayed.

I did not have a good experience in both flights of Etihad. First of all, when I was booking the flight, there were two options. The first option was a cheaper flight with longer layover (9 hrs), or a more expensive flight with shorter layover (2 hrs). I booked the expensive flight with shorter layover because I wanted a more comfortable trip. A few days before the trip, Etihad informed me that the departure time of my first flight will change 7 hours earlier, leading to an 9 hour layover, without giving me another option nor reimbursing me for the extra cost. They didn’t even send me an apologetic email for this change. Regarding the flight experience, I would rate it as mediocre. This is mostly because the pilots of both flights did their best to give us the worst approach to airports that I have ever experienced. In the case of the first flight they had to aboard the landing and took off again right before touching the landing strip. The captain said that it was due to wind conditions but the second time the pilot followed the same direction as the first time to land the plane.

Online was good boarding also but a child was crying all the way with no intervention from crew member.

It has been a couple of years since I flew with Etihad last, after having a unpleasant experience with them coming out of the pandemic. I can say that the experience has uplifted, but I can’t really rate the service. At Barcelona airport the service was great, with their dedicated Etihad staff very helpful. The onboard experience wasn’t great, not very personalised and it really makes sense why Etihad doesn’t feature in the top 10 2023 Skytrax awards. The crew just seemed to be inattentive and almost absent from the cabin. I felt that I had to keep getting their attention. Even after I’d finished my meal, an hour went by before I had to call them to clear the tray/plate etc.

Crew were very polite and quicker in service. Excellent cooling, comfortable seats and tasty food served

In my opinion, Etihad Airways is a first rate airline except for one important element. On the day before my return flights, when I chose my seats on the Etihad website I was charged an additional $55 (US) in order to sit on the aisle. I was not at all happy about this additional "hidden" charge and I felt cheated.

Very unfriendly team. It was very difficult to get a cup of coffee. Legroom was extremely small. Old, dilapidated plane.

Ripped off and broken seats in Business class. Seats stink and need to request the staff for additional bedsheets. Crew if very friendly though

The use of a domestic carrier without entertainment was disappointing and a let down

Plane was late with no information or announcement … had to walk up n downstairs.., had not communicated this … and ppl had suitcase to carry .

Like: Plane made it to the destination. Dislike: Food is terrible, no entertainment, very dirty airplane.

There where no ear phones provided and the food needs to improve.

The food needs to improve especially the fish as there where only 3 fish cubes in my plate.

I have been flew with ET since 2013 and I wish the service can be reach standard airlines as Star Alliance member please ET you need to improve many thing on the services learn from SQ and other member

Flight was delayed resulting in a series of unfortunate events. I ran the airport as people were yelling my flight anyone who can’t run wouldn’t have made it! Then the luggage is missing. Good company, execution needs fine tuning.

I had a full row so can't imagine how this could be better

Boarding was delayed and people were just sitting there like lost.

Good was great, but no vegetarian option: only beef or chicken. In business class please add a vegetarian option. Thanks

The kindness and good humor of all the people who this flight possible was a joy.

Awful, we had a delay of 3 hrs, impacting in my transfer flight to Cape town, and Kenya airways didnt do anything. They sent me twice to transfer services in Nairobi, not been available to sleep (from 1 am to 5 am); without any update.

It's the only direct flight between Accra and Nairobi, and you pay for it! Food is better on Asky. No entertainment on flight from Accra to Nairobi, but there other way did have screens. Generally timely boarding and departure.

They fed me at the right time the flight was smooth and the captain explain everything

Flying portion was fine. Below average comfort. We had 2 canceled flights and got stuck in 2 cities which took us 3 days to get home. Kenya hasn’t done anything or even reached out to us after complaining.

We were delayed about 5 hours each way from JFK to Nairobi. On the way out, we sat on the tarmac for 5 hours making for almost 20 hours on the plane. And the seats are so uncomfortable. My bottom has never been so sore on a long flight before. Bring a pad if you can. On the return, we were delayed 5 hours in the airport. It was reported as a 3 hour delay on the board and website but at the gate it was 5 hours. So, we waited with 3 kids in the airport when we could have been at the hotel resting instead. The flight was completely full probably due to the cancelled flight the night before. I wonder if the airline is in such shambles because of their possible impending bankruptcy. The staff were pleasant and the vegan meals we requested were impressive for an airplane tv dinner style tray.

Service was good, but I lost my baggage. There should be more accountability to passengers, and more concern to help find lost baggage.

Was too pissed about my luggage not being with me even though they assured me at the gate it was to recall any other problems. Planes on the inside are in terrible shape. Thank goodness the engines seem to run okay.

Terrible. Flew from Rwanda to Nairobi for transfer then on to Madagascar. Kenya Airways does not like to park at a gate. They park on the outskirts requiring a bus shuttle. That part is okay, but the bus drops you off outside of security. If I did not skip to the front of the line with my remaining half hour connection, I would have missed my flight. Complete security check plus taking off of shoes had to be completed (again). I made it to Madagascar, but my checked bag decided to take a trip to Dubai. I know tag on luggage was to Madagascar. No one can figure out how it made it to Dubai, except for incompetence. Even though I knew it was in Dubai, they would not allow a tracking to be done until Kenya Airways had the opportunity to get it on the next flight to Madagascar. Did not happen of course! I took 3 flights with Kenya Airways during this journey. Everyone of them had something go wrong. Please look elsewhere for another airline which I will be doing in the future.

Terrible. 6 hours late and zero urgency after the fact. Took over an hour to board and then an hour plus on the runway.

The flight got delayed and was not updated in time.

Good experience, comfortable seats. Entertainment did not work but vista wifi and entertainment worked great.

I had a camera bag that exceeded the 10kg allowance for hand luggage. I am 67 years old and have been travelling will my cameras and lenses all over the world and have not paid once for the excess weight. Also, even if I wanted to check in the bag, I can’t due to lithium batteries and delicate equipment. Air India should review their policies. Or is it just a cash grab. I had to pay additional 7000 rupees.

Other than the inflight video screen freezing for about four hours everything else was brilliant.

The aircraft interiors are falling apart. Felt like a waste paying for business class as it was indistinguishable from economy in any way.

What a pathetic plane it was. Entertainment system didn’t work. USB port was broken. There was a hole on top of folding serving table. Broken restrooms in the middle of flight.

Our seat monitor did not Not work either way going to Vietnam. I had a bulkhead seat with plenty of room, but with No monitor, it was a long flight with no movies. Fun was good, staff was Excellent.

Ok, where do I start, hmm! Good things first - the meals/food was tasty, the seats are comfortable and legroom in Economy was ample and foot rest with message roller is simply amazing, Wi-Fi Entertainment works well. Bad things - in-flight entertainment screens and remotes either had physical damage and or simply not working. This was the case for more than 1/2 the flight. Flight that was long haul - 12+hrs non-stop. If you want a cracker or a biscuit with your tea - forget it, they carry none. Feel like having a chilled beer - forget it as they will serve you room temperature always and every time. The crew seem young and inexperienced. Will I fly again, yes I would only because it gets me from Sydney to Delhi in 12.5 odd hours (fastest), otherwise I will never. It has been what a year or so since TATA took over but I have not seen any change, I really hope this changes.

The boarding was not in sequence. All were invited altogether. I was not secured the meal I had asked for.

I will never ever book air india in the future. I was with my family and at delhi airport I had to go through too with horrible experience. My 12 years daughter saud that she will never come bqck to india the way people treated us. There was no line for bags drop off since we checked online and print tag at their Kiosk as per email instruction. People working at the counter were so careless and rude. They were keep talking to each other than taking care the customers. I will not recommend anyone to fly via air india. I had horrible experience. Especially, the staff at checking counters was very very rude and careless. I have feeling if air india won't change the way they doing their operations they will out of business in a few years. Air hostes were not happy . I did not see a smile on anyone in the plane. I called twice for the assistance and no one showed up. I hope you will sene this to the Hire authority. I left a video with an another employee of air india who asked me about my experiences. I hope they will make some changes ASAP. Regars, Mohinder Kumar

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Recent return flight deals

 
These are the cheapest return flights to Johannesburg found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
13/2Thu
1 stopKenya Airways
28h 20mBOM-JNB
2/3Sun
1 stopKenya Airways
20h 45mJNB-BOM
R7 957
13/2Thu
1 stopKenya Airways
12h 45mBOM-JNB
2/3Sun
1 stopKenya Airways
20h 45mJNB-BOM
R7 976
21/3Fri
1 stopKenya Airways
31h 40mBOM-JNB
30/3Sun
1 stopKenya Airways
20h 45mJNB-BOM
R7 994
12/2Wed
1 stopEtihad Airways
31h 25mBOM-JNB
3/3Mon
1 stopEtihad Airways
23h 20mJNB-BOM
R9 247
22/1Wed
1 stopEthiopian Air
29h 50mBOM-JNB
29/1Wed
1 stopEthiopian Air
19h 25mJNB-BOM
R9 810
21/1Tue
1 stopEthiopian Air
19h 25mBOM-JNB
29/1Wed
1 stopEthiopian Air
14h 45mJNB-BOM
R10 446
16/2Sun
1 stopEtihad Airways
13h 25mBOM-JNB
21/2Fri
2 stopsEtihad Airways
25h 05mJNB-BOM
R14 770
15/2Sat
1 stopQatar Airways
14h 55mBOM-JNB
21/2Fri
3 stopsQatar Airways
19h 00mJNB-BOM
R14 861
27/12Fri
1 stopQatar Airways
27h 40mBOM-JNB
30/1Thu
1 stopQatar Airways
15h 50mJNB-BOM
R16 769
16/12Mon
2 stopsAir India
21h 00mDEL-JNB
13/1Mon
2 stopsAir India
44h 15mJNB-DEL
R21 892

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best deals for one-way flights to Johannesburg found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
28/11Thu
1 stopKenya Airways
12h 35mBOM-JNB
R4 542
6/2Thu
1 stopKenya Airways
12h 45mBOM-JNB
R4 560
28/11Thu
1 stopEthiopian Air
12h 40mBOM-JNB
R4 833
5/2Wed
1 stopEtihad Airways
31h 25mBOM-JNB
R5 141
27/11Wed
1 stopEtihad Airways
31h 25mBOM-JNB
R5 305
20/1Mon
1 stopQatar Airways
21h 15mBOM-JNB
R6 486
19/1Sun
1 stopQatar Airways
33h 25mBOM-JNB
R7 176
4/12Wed
1 stopEthiopian Air
14h 15mDEL-JNB
R7 467
31/12Tue
1 stopEmirates
17h 35mBLR-JNB
R21 347
4/1Sat
2 stopsEmirates
39h 50mHYD-JNB
R21 710

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Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights to Johannesburg that are departing in the next 10 days.
22/11Fri
multi-stopKenya Airways
11h 45mBOM-JNB
29/12Sun
multi-stopKenya Airways
13h 55mJNB-BOM
R10 828
22/11Fri
multi-stopKenya Airways
11h 45mBOM-JNB
29/12Sun
multi-stopKenya Airways
33h 50mJNB-BOM
R10 846
22/11Fri
multi-stop
19h 30mDEL-JNB
25/11Mon
multi-stop
35h 25mJNB-DEL
R11 137
22/11Fri
multi-stopKenya Airways
25h 05mBOM-JNB
28/12Sat
multi-stopKenya Airways
24h 50mJNB-BOM
R11 954
22/11Fri
multi-stopKenya Airways
11h 45mBOM-JNB
28/12Sat
multi-stopKenya Airways
24h 50mJNB-BOM
R11 991
22/11Fri
multi-stop
17h 20mDEL-JNB
25/11Mon
multi-stop
24h 00mJNB-DEL
R14 298
22/11Fri
multi-stopEthiopian Air
12h 35mBOM-JNB
28/12Sat
multi-stopEthiopian Air
23h 45mJNB-BOM
R16 205
22/11Fri
multi-stopEthiopian Air
21h 05mDEL-JNB
25/11Mon
multi-stopEthiopian Air
30h 50mJNB-DEL
R16 387
22/11Fri
multi-stopLufthansa
35h 25mBOM-JNB
29/12Sun
multi-stopLufthansa
35h 20mJNB-BOM
R25 707
22/11Fri
multi-stopLufthansa
35h 25mBOM-JNB
29/12Sun
multi-stopLufthansa
35h 20mJNB-BOM
R26 452

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