How many flights depart from Europe to Johannesburg on average per day?

As of January 2026, there are 28 flights per day flying from Europe to Johannesburg. The most common time of day flights depart is 22:00, with 75% of flights taking off in the evening.

Which airlines fly 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 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Johannesburg. Keep in mind that there are 18 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Johannesburg?

Flight times from Europe to Johannesburg vary, but if you’re flying out of Copenhagen and flying into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 13h 20m on average. Another popular route from Europe to Johannesburg is flying from Madrid to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, which will take roughly 13h 55m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

How many flights depart from Europe to Johannesburg on average per week?

As of January 2026, there are 201 flights per week flying from Europe to Johannesburg. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Europe to Johannesburg?

Etihad Airways, Kenya Airways, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Europe to Johannesburg

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Europe to Johannesburg?

Prices for flights from Europe to Johannesburg refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Europe to Johannesburg?

As of January 2026, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights from Europe to Johannesburg.

How old do you have to be to fly from Europe to Johannesburg?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Europe to Johannesburg.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Johannesburg may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Johannesburg. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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16:30 - 10:25

ZRH

JNB

16h 55m

1 stop

22:00 - 15:30

JNB

ZRH

18h 30m

1 stop

R9 117British Airways

Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5

18:15 - 10:30

FRA

JNB

15h 15m

1 stop

19:45 - 5:30

JNB

FRA

10h 45mdirect

R9 527Multiple Airlines

Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 11

20:00 - 12:10

FRA

JNB

15h 10m

1 stop

19:20 - 8:55

JNB

FRA

14h 35m

1 stop

R9 543Air France

Thu, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 2

10:15 - 22:05

FRA

JNB

34h 50m

1 stop

23:59 - 17:55

JNB

FRA

18h 56m

1 stop

R9 559KLM

Thu, Jan 29 - Fri, Feb 6

6:55 - 22:05

FRA

JNB

14h 10m

1 stop

23:59 - 22:25

JNB

FRA

23h 26m

1 stop

R9 609KLM

Fri, Jan 30 - Thu, Feb 5

22:00 - 9:30

FRA

JNB

10h 30mdirect

19:45 - 5:30

JNB

FRA

10h 45mdirect

R9 658Lufthansa

Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 9

22:00 - 9:30

FRA

JNB

10h 30mdirect

19:45 - 5:30

JNB

FRA

10h 45mdirect

R9 723Lufthansa

Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 11

20:15 - 13:05

LHR

JNB

14h 50m

1 stop

14:30 - 6:35

JNB

LHR

18h 05m

1 stop

R10 051Ethiopian Air

Sun, Mar 1 - Wed, Mar 11

10:00 - 3:55

LGW

JNB

15h 55m

1 stop

14:30 - 6:20

JNB

LGW

16h 50m

1 stop

R10 068Ethiopian Air

Tue, Mar 24 - Sun, Apr 5

14:45 - 10:50

AMS

JNB

19h 05m

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19:05 - 10:40

JNB

AMS

16h 35m

1 stop

R10 920Turkish Airlines

Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 11

British Airways flights from Europe to Johannesburg

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British Airways

Jan 29

ZRH16:30Zurich

16h 55m

1 stop

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 5

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 30m

1 stop

ZRH15:30Zurich

R9 117

British Airways

Feb 3

LHR18:30London Heathrow

11h 05m

JNB7:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 10

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

11h 25m

LHR7:25London Heathrow

R10 576

British Airways

Jan 21

LHR21:15London Heathrow

11h 10m

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 10

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

11h 25m

LHR7:25London Heathrow

R10 707

Air France flights from Europe to Johannesburg

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Air France

Jan 29

FRA20:00Frankfurt am Main

15h 10m

1 stop

JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 2

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 35m

1 stop

FRA8:55Frankfurt am Main

R9 543

Air France

Jan 25

FRA12:00Frankfurt am Main

33h 05m

2 stops

JNB22:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 17

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 55m

1 stop

FRA19:15Frankfurt am Main

R9 625

Air France

Jan 26

FRA20:00Frankfurt am Main

25h 05m

2 stops

JNB22:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 10

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 55m

1 stop

FRA11:15Frankfurt am Main

R9 641

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16:30-10:25

1 stop16h 55m

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22:00-15:30

1 stop18h 30m

R9 117

Frankfurt am MainJohannesburg

FRA - JNB

FRAJNB

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 4/3

18:15-10:30

1 stop15h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

19:45-5:30

Nonstop10h 45m

R9 527

Frankfurt am MainJohannesburg

FRA - JNB

FRAJNB

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 29/1

20:00-12:10

1 stop15h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

19:20-8:55

1 stop14h 35m

R9 543

Frankfurt am MainJohannesburg

FRA - JNB

FRAJNB

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 29/1

10:15-22:05

1 stop34h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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23:59-17:55

1 stop18h 56m

R9 559

Frankfurt am MainJohannesburg

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Frankfurt am Main

Fri 30/1

6:55-22:05

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23:59-22:25

1 stop23h 26m

R9 608

Frankfurt am MainJohannesburg

FRA - JNB

FRAJNB

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 23/2

22:00-9:30

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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19:45-5:30

Nonstop10h 45m

R9 658

Frankfurt am MainJohannesburg

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Frankfurt am Main

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22:00-9:30

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

19:45-5:30

Nonstop10h 45m

R9 723

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

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London Heathrow

Sun 1/3

20:15-13:05

1 stop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

14:30-6:35

1 stop18h 05m

R10 051

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Tue 24/3

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

14:30-6:20

1 stop16h 50m

R10 068

AmsterdamJohannesburg

AMS - JNB

AMSJNB

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 4/3

14:45-10:50

1 stop19h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

19:05-10:40

1 stop16h 35m

R10 920

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

In general, May 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 R11 953. The month of March is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from Europe averaging around R12 019.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

The cheapest day to depart from Europe to Johannesburg is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as R15 507. 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 R16 676.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Europe to Johannesburg when you can find flight prices for as low as R16 051. Flying to Johannesburg in the evening 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 afternoon when prices are around R16 548.

What is the cheapest Europe to Johannesburg flight route?

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

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

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 R14 619 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 R13 544 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Europe to Johannesburg flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Europe to Johannesburg flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Airports in Johannesburg	2 airports

The fastest flight from Europe to Johannesburg takes 10h 05m

Direct flights go from Europe to Johannesburg every day.

There are 2 airports in Johannesburg. From Europe there are direct flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Europe to Johannesburg?
Prices for flights from Europe to Johannesburg refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Europe to Johannesburg?
As of January 2026, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights from Europe to Johannesburg.
How old do you have to be to fly from Europe to Johannesburg?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Europe to Johannesburg.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Johannesburg may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Johannesburg. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R3 379	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 949 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Condor	PriceFrom R4 119	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,4 398 reviews	Search Condor flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R5 450	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 720 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R6 659	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 373 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R7 624	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 484 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R8 034	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 290 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R8 737	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 855 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R8 924	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 731 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
KLM	PriceFrom R8 932	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 442 reviews	Search KLM flights
Austrian Airlines	PriceFrom R9 266	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 894 reviews	Search Austrian Airlines flights

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