Cheap flights from Europe to Johannesburg from R6 873

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Europe to Johannesburg. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R12 928. The month of February is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from Europe averaging around R13 045.

The cheapest day to depart from Europe to Johannesburg is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as R15 984. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Europe because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R18 728.

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Europe to Johannesburg when you can find flight prices for as low as R16 881. Flying to Johannesburg in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Johannesburg is in the evening when prices are around R16 973.

Fly from Frankfurt am Main to Johannesburg OR Tambo for the best Europe - Johannesburg flight prices

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg from Europe when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg for around R15 423 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg from Europe for as low as R14 713 on momondo.

Qatar Airways, Iberia, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Europe to Johannesburg

British Airways, KLM and Virgin Atlantic are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg from Europe according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Johannesburg. Keep in mind that there are 19 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

As of May 2026, there are 28 flights per day flying from Europe to Johannesburg. The most common time of day flights depart is 22:00, with 76% of flights taking off in the evening.

As of May 2026, there are 200 flights per week flying from Europe to Johannesburg. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.