R9 254 Find Cheap Flights from United States to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg

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Recent return flight deals from the United States to OR Tambo

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from the United States to OR Tambo.
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Etihad Airways Logo
22:05 - 8:20IAD-JNB
28h 15m1 stop
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9:50 - 16:10JNB-IAD
36h 20m1 stop
R15 392Etihad Airways
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6:15 - 17:45MIA-JNB
29h 30m1 stop
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19:35 - 17:30JNB-MIA
27h 55m1 stop
R16 335
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ד', אפר' 23 - ב', מאי 19
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:35 - 13:05ATL-JNB
20h 30m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:55JNB-ATL
24h 25m2 stops
R16 470Ethiopian Air
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ד', מאי 7 - ג', מאי 20
Turkish Airlines Logo
13:30 - 10:35IAD-JNB
39h 05m1 stop
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17:50 - 11:45JNB-IAD
23h 55m1 stop
R16 508Turkish Airlines
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ד', מאי 14 - ג', יולי 15
Turkish Airlines Logo
13:30 - 10:35IAD-JNB
39h 05m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:50 - 11:45JNB-IAD
23h 55m1 stop
R16 585Turkish Airlines
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ב', מאי 12 - ה', מאי 15
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:35 - 13:05ATL-JNB
20h 30m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 8:55JNB-ATL
24h 25m1 stop
R16 585Ethiopian Air
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ד', מאי 7 - ג', מאי 20
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17:00 - 7:00MIA-JNB
32h 00m1 stop
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21:15 - 14:30JNB-MIA
23h 15m1 stop
R17 605British Airways
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ד', מאי 14 - ה', יוני 12
British Airways Logo
7:50 - 9:25JFK-JNB
19h 35m1 stop
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21:15 - 21:00JNB-JFK
29h 45m1 stop
R17 739British Airways
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ה', מאי 8 - ד', מאי 21
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8:45 - 17:45MIA-JNB
27h 00m2 stops
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19:00 - 14:40JNB-MIA
25h 40m1 stop
R19 471United Airlines
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17:22 - 8:35MIA-JNB
33h 13m2 stops
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19:00 - 17:30JNB-MIA
28h 30m2 stops
R20 548United Airlines
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ג', מאי 13 - ב', יוני 9

KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to OR Tambo

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 flight to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
In the last 3 days, the cheapest flight deal to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg was found on the route from Washington, D.C., at R296 143 return. The most popular connection is from Newark to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg and KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as R17 124 in the last 3 days.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg?

The average price of all round-trip 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 Monday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as R26 024. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Thursday, where round-trip prices are R30 201 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 April, where tickets cost R21 203 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, where the average cost of tickets from the United States is R34 344 and R30 399 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is January with an average price of R20 221.

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

The average price for all round-trip 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 afternoon, when round-trip flights cost R1 094 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is R1 769.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip 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 week.
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 16 weeks before departure.

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Low season

February

High season

December

Cheapest flight

R9 254
Best time to beat the crowds (15% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (28% more expensive on average)
Flight from Washington Dulles Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg

FAQs - booking OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg flights

  • Does O. R. Tambo International Airport have play areas for children?

    There is not an official play area in the airport. However, if you go to Soaring Eagle Spur Steak Ranch Restaurant on Level 2, there is a small children’s play area within the restaurant itself. You can watch the kids play via cameras while you enjoy a meal.

  • Are there airport hotels in O. R. Tambo International Airport?

    Yes, there is an airport hotel in the airport. The Protea Hotel Transit is located in the International Terminal of the airport. Rooms are available for overnight use. Or, they can be rented in 6 hour blocks of time if you want a quick nap between your flights.

  • What to do in O. R. Tambo International Airport?

    There are two chapel rooms located in the airport. The Christian chapel room is located in Terminal B. The Muslim Prayer room is located in Terminal A. There are also a variety of duty free shops you can visit throughout the airport. Or, if you’re feeling tense, head to Terminal A for a massage.

  • Are there good restaurants in O. R. Tambo International Airport?

    Yes, there are many great places to eat in the airport for those that booked flights to Johannesburg. You can stop by Spur or Wimpy’s restaurants in the central terminal. Or, visit Byte Restaurant in the international departures area. Visit Ocean Basket for seafood when you’re in the domestic departures area. All restaurants close by 11 p.m. at night so plan ahead when considering your dining choices.

  • What is the cheapest flight to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    In the last 3 days, the cheapest flight deal to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg was found on the route from Washington, D.C., at R296 143 return. The most popular connection is from Newark to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg and KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as R17 124 in the last 3 days.

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 21 km from the centre of Johannesburg.

  • How much is a flight to Johannesburg?

    On average, a flight to Johannesburg costs R29 524. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost R21 170 and departed from Newark Airport.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to OR Tambo Airport, 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 OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to OR Tambo Airport, 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 OR Tambo Airport, 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 OR Tambo Airport, 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 OR Tambo Airport, 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 OR Tambo Airport, 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 1 066 direct flights from within United States to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The most common day for departures is Monday, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for R27 600 or less round-trip.
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg flight deals.
  • If you are booking flights to Johannesburg and want to relax, you can head to Terminal A in the duty free section and look for Letsema where you can get a massage. Or, spend some time in one of the chapel or prayer rooms before you head to your final destination.
  • If you’re wondering about your luggage when you get to the airport, you can find a free baggage trolley to get from one place to another. To keep your luggage secure, you can find luggage wrapping services in the terminal or Lock Up Luggage is located on the basement level.
  • There are many ways to get to and from O. R. Tambo International Airport. You can rent a car if you’d like to drive yourself. Or, you can use public transportation. Your public transportation choices include taxis, shuttles, buses and trains. Be sure to ask about airport approved taxi and shuttle services when arranging your ride.
  • If you have time to spend at O. R. Tambo International Airport, consider purchasing a pass into one of the VIP lounges. These lounges are available to everyone who buys a ticket – even economy passengers. Check with each lounge to find out the price of a pass.
  • O. R. Tambo International Airport is open 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. However, most of the shops and restaurants close at 11 p.m. If you have an overnight layover or are arriving late at night, keep this in mind and bring along a few snacks just in case.
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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

United States to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Monday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +68 more

ANA, ASKY, +69 more

Tuesday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +62 more

ANA, ASKY, +63 more

Wednesday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +68 more

ANA, ASKY, +69 more

Thursday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +63 more

ANA, ASKY, +64 more

Friday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +69 more

ANA, ASKY, +70 more

Saturday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +63 more

ANA, ASKY, +64 more

Sunday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +68 more

ANA, ASKY, +69 more

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Direct returns

Johannesburg OR Tambo to United States

Monday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +68 more

ANA, ASKY, +69 more

Tuesday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +62 more

ANA, ASKY, +63 more

Wednesday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +68 more

ANA, ASKY, +69 more

Thursday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +63 more

ANA, ASKY, +64 more

Friday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +69 more

ANA, ASKY, +70 more

Saturday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +63 more

ANA, ASKY, +64 more

Sunday

ANA, ASKY, Aegean Airlines, +68 more

ANA, ASKY, +69 more

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Top 5 airlines serving from the United States 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 the United States to Johannesburg. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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KLMOverall score based on 1321 reviews
7,3Food
7,8Boarding
7,7Comfort
7,1Entertainment
8,4Crew
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Legroom not all it could be, especially when the seat in front is reclined. Otherwise it was good, food and beverage were nice.

8,0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2025AMS - INL
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Legroom not all it could be, especially when the seat in front is reclined. Otherwise it was good, food and beverage were nice.

This portion of the flight was through Indigo. A local carrier. So all economy seating. No real service some refreshments for purchase standard economy stuff.

Overall very positive. Boarding was quick and organized. Cabin was clean and seats were reasonably comfortable. Cabin crew was excellent and the meals provided were also of good quality

This fight left ahead of time which meant it arrived early which was great. Staff were very professional, but as with all these Short hop Flights the food was a disappointing snack There was no entertainment on this flight, but I did not expect any

I flew premium economy and this was a good option. Although the seats didn’t recline much, I was able to get some sleep with my head propped against the window. The food was good and the entertainment was wonderful The staff were very attentive and professional

Overall very poor. Flight was disorganised, staff were rude and this is my second experience with KLM that I've had baggage go missing. It feels like, if you are an economy customer, KLM staff do not show you any care. I shall never fly with KLM again. Worst airline in Europe

Great boarding, great short flight but no entertainment whatsoever and no wifi. Prepare to disembark by a staircase.

Great boarding, great short flight but no entertainment whatsoever. It was supposed to have wifi but that did not work.

Transfer at CDG to connecting KLM flight to Amsterdam was a NIGHTMARE. LONG WALKWAYS, NO MOVING WALKWAYS, POOR signage, Have to take a train & No staff visible to help navigate the maze. AVOID TRANSFER AT CDG AT ALL COST.

Good flight with KLM, friendly staff. Food was good, had much worse on other airlines. Selection of drinks also good enough for us. Entertainment was also good. The economy seats are ok and that’s it. For a 12 hour flight I think a little more comfort in the economy seats in pitch and softness would be highly appreciated by the customers and can makte the difference.

Smooth boarding process. Early departure, smooth flight, early arrival. The entertainment package has very good recent movie options. The flight crew were friendly and professional.

leg space better than expected. two washrooms for one plane isn't enough.

My suitcase was completed destroyed. The top part is broken and unusable now.

When I booked it on Kayak it aaid that I wasn't allowed hamd luggage. I called United Airlines and it took them 6 minutes to figure out if I was allowed free hand luggage. Surely something that simple they should be able to tell me instantly.

The gate attendant let me walk right by her with a bag too big for the overhead compartment

I do prefer to fly United and have always had excellent service, except for bad weather. Flights are on time and staff is alway curtious and helpful

I just got back from a trip with 3 flights each way. The flights were good and we were happy with out experience. There was one steward on our first flight that was harsh and grump with passengers. It did not leave a good impression. All of the other flight crews were great on the other five flights.

Food and flight attendents with positive dispositions and friendly behavior, more professional attitudes

The gate was too far away for the connecting flight

They switched out gate from terminal 1 to terminal two ten minutes before boarding. So we had to make a 20 min crazy fast walk to a different terminal. Then we boarded the plane and waited for over 40 minutes until push back. Brutal

Ordered Vegan meal - it was ok, but not exceptional. Seat ok row 39 middle section aisle. Nearly full flight - crew was busy but they did the best they could. There was a USB A port at the seat. I listened to my own music and only looked at flight information. One nice thing was the connection information was made available in the screen.

Very nice and friendly crew. Boarding system can be improved.

The Etickets had been changed (Why?) without notice ; Hence, that caused troubles when checking in. Not until I contacted my ticket agent and was given correct Etickets could I then check in.

Make sure to request a vegetarian meal in advance. They printed out menus for all passengers with the options but by the time they were halfway through (for breakfast and dinner), the vegetarian options were already all taken.

Cleanliness of seats, trays, storage pockets need more attention, but everything else was good.

A great airline, no complaints at all. My experience with Cheap Tickets was very disappointing however. Two hours after purchasing the flight they called to tell me that the ticket price had gone up. I’ve never heard of such a thing. That is called false advertising; I will never use this ticketing service again and will warn all friends to never use it.

One of the worst check in process at the DIA as well as the boarding counter Changed seat at the last minute and assigned middle seat while I paid for window seat. Requested many times but to no avail . horrible customer service and very poor process Requesting refund for seat that was changed last minute

Good overall flight. Excellent crew. Food options could be improved.

Vegan food tasted good. Restroom could be kept cleaner. Seat tray table was a bit tilted so food tray kept sliding down a bit. Flight crew can be a little more friendly, caring and approachable. Their faces lacked smiles and tone was stern.

Flight was delayed then we had to redirect for medical emergency during which time we had no information on what is the plan. The connecting flight was also delayed.

Flight was delayed an hour. Also, I bought an extra legroom seat online; but the actually plane was a different configuration so I didn't get what I paid for . This happened on the Addis to Lusaka leg of my trip.

Needs improvement because some of the tvs and charging ports weren’t working

The plane was overbooked and the crew was very rude. My luggage was never put on the plane. I got to NY and waited 2 hours just to find out that my luggage was left.

My experience was great. The flight attendants were very helpful and nice, and the food was very good.

Very bad experience flight was over 5 hours delayed 😑 not a chance to be put on another flight we had to stay at the hotel we lost 2 days on our vacation. Never again I will fligh with Ethiopian airlines.

Terrible customer service I lost my bag luggage and I still haven’t received any information

The flight delayef for over 2 hours so my route was changed leading to arriving to my destination without my luggage

I liked nothing of Ethiopian airlines except the price of the fare.

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 .

The food was pathetic. There wasn't much leg room and recline space for such a long flight. No tea/ coffee for a 2-3 hour connecting flight without purchasing! Really!?

Service was very good. Because I use a cane, I was allowed to use Priority Boarding. Biggest problem was extremely limited leg room in Economy class seats. For airplane food, it was alright.

Was late but that airport/storm fault. Flight was full but comfortable. Food quite nice. Unfortunate that I had a rather miserable attendant, others were much friendlier

Experience was good. Could have been better if we didn’t have to board an hour before the flight to ghana and miss relaxing time in the lounge. That process was very stressful

Boarding crew is unfriendly as i was asked to handover carryon luggage too upto final destination Bangalore I was not prepared for that and i had to travel without my diabetic and hypertension medicines

I was charged fees for check in bags at the airport by British Airways. It was supposed to be no charge but Kayak messed up my booking apparently and I had to pay for check in bags. I paid $175.

They took my carry on and checked it in. Staff in general at Heathrow are not friendly or helpful

The crew were professional and friendly. It was the most uncomfortable international flight I've ever flown. Crammed in passengers. No overhead space to put my bag. No leg room and unable to recline seat due to seats too close together so it upset passenger behind me! Upgrade price to get 2 inches of more space unreasonable.

Boarding in Dallas was hell with extremely rude gate agents , especially a lady named Rajathi who was the epitome of rudeness with no compassion at all . She was horrible and I wonder why airlines have people like her on their roster who exude arrogance and haughtiness . Will probably not fly British Airwsys because of people like her .

Less than average, low level of shared required information needed during the transfer from airport to another, also the used team during boarding In Indianapolis station is Not Professional

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