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

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

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

The number of flights available between Johannesburg and Europe is 28 per day as of July 2026. The most frequent departure time is 19:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

Which airlines fly to Europe?

British Airways, Qatar Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Europe from Johannesburg according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Europe. Keep in mind that there are 18 different airlines that fly to Europe on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

The number of flights available between Johannesburg and Europe is 202 per week as of July 2026. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Europe are updated daily.

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

As of July 2026, there are 18 operators available to choose from for flights from Johannesburg to Europe.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Europe.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Europe trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

R5 286 Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Europe in 2026

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20:40 - 15:20

JNB

IST

17h 40m

1 stop

16:25 - 8:50

IST

JNB

17h 25m

2 stops

R10 856Air Algerie

Mon, Dec 14 - Fri, Jan 8

9:45 - 12:35

JNB

IST

25h 50m

1 stop

13:50 - 8:20

IST

JNB

19h 30m

1 stop

R10 973Etihad Airways

Sat, Sep 19 - Sun, Sep 27

20:40 - 0:40

JNB

IST

27h 00m

2 stops

1:40 - 7:45

IST

JNB

31h 05m

1 stop

R10 990Air Algerie

Sat, Aug 22 - Sat, Sep 19

9:45 - 12:35

JNB

IST

25h 50m

1 stop

13:45 - 8:20

IST

JNB

19h 35m

1 stop

R11 040Etihad Airways

Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 16

14:05 - 6:20

JNB

IST

15h 15m

1 stop

13:45 - 9:10

IST

JNB

20h 25m

1 stop

R11 141Qatar Airways

Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 14

14:05 - 6:20

JNB

IST

15h 15m

1 stop

13:45 - 9:10

IST

JNB

20h 25m

1 stop

R11 157Qatar Airways

Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15

22:20 - 14:25

JNB

IST

15h 05m

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23:30 - 20:35

IST

JNB

22h 05m

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R11 157Emirates

Sun, Sep 13 - Sun, Sep 20

10:05 - 14:25

JNB

IST

27h 20m

1 stop

16:25 - 16:15

IST

JNB

24h 50m

1 stop

R11 157Emirates

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 30

14:30 - 8:00

JNB

IST

16h 30m

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18:25 - 13:25

IST

JNB

20h 00m

2 stops

R11 325Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21

8:20 - 8:00

JNB

IST

22h 40m

2 stops

20:55 - 13:25

IST

JNB

17h 30m

2 stops

R11 475Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Sat, Aug 22

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Lufthansa flights from Johannesburg to Europe

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Lufthansa

Aug 4

JNB19:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

10h 35m

FRA5:35Frankfurt am Main

Aug 11

FRA22:05Frankfurt am Main

10h 30m

JNB8:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 031

Lufthansa

Sept 7

JNB8:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 45m

1 stop

FRA9:30Frankfurt am Main

Sept 14

FRA22:05Frankfurt am Main

10h 30m

JNB8:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 081

Lufthansa

Nov 2

JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 10m

1 stop

AMS13:55Amsterdam Schiphol

Nov 25

AMS17:45Amsterdam Schiphol

15h 10m

1 stop

JNB9:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 148

Air Europa flights from Johannesburg to Europe

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Air Europa

Sept 24

JNB18:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 00m

1 stop

IST13:55Istanbul

Sept 30

IST15:45Istanbul

19h 05m

1 stop

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 094

Air Europa

Oct 6

JNB18:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 40m

1 stop

AMS17:35Amsterdam Schiphol

Oct 26

AMS11:00Amsterdam Schiphol

22h 50m

1 stop

JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 947

Air Europa

Nov 10

JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 45m

1 stop

AMS9:40Amsterdam Schiphol

Nov 18

AMS11:00Amsterdam Schiphol

22h 50m

1 stop

JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 964

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20:40-15:20

1 stop17h 40m

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Fri 8/1

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2 stops17h 25m

R10 856

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JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

9:45-12:35

1 stop25h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 27/9

13:50-8:20

1 stop19h 30m

R10 973

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/8

20:40-0:40

2 stops27h 00m

Istanbul

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1:40-7:45

1 stop31h 05m

R10 990

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

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Wed 26/8

9:45-12:35

1 stop25h 50m

Istanbul

Wed 16/9

13:45-8:20

1 stop19h 35m

R11 040

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

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Mon 7/9

14:05-6:20

1 stop15h 15m

Istanbul

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1 stop20h 25m

R11 141

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

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Thu 8/10

14:05-6:20

1 stop15h 15m

Istanbul

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13:45-9:10

1 stop20h 25m

R11 157

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

22:20-14:25

1 stop15h 05m

Istanbul

Sun 20/9

23:30-20:35

1 stop22h 05m

R11 157

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

10:05-14:25

1 stop27h 20m

Istanbul

Wed 30/9

16:25-16:15

1 stop24h 50m

R11 157

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

14:30-8:00

2 stops16h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 21/9

18:25-13:25

2 stops20h 00m

R11 325

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/8

8:20-8:00

2 stops22h 40m

Istanbul

Sat 22/8

20:55-13:25

2 stops17h 30m

R11 475

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Europe?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Europe. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R11 542. If you’re not able to fly to Europe in February, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from Johannesburg to Europe during November average around R11 693.

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

Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to Europe. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as R15 512. The most expensive day to fly to Europe is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around R16 500.

What is the cheapest Johannesburg to Europe flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Europe from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Europe for around R13 885 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Europe from Johannesburg for as low as R13 114 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Johannesburg to Europe 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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Fastest flight time	9h 45m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Europe	4 106 airports

The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Europe takes 9h 45m

Direct flights go from Johannesburg to Europe every day.

There are 4 106 airports in Europe. From Johannesburg there are direct flights to Frankfurt am Main (FRA), Istanbul (IST).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Johannesburg to Europe

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to Europe?
Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Europe are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to Europe?
As of July 2026, there are 18 operators available to choose from for flights from Johannesburg to Europe.
How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Europe?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Europe.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Europe?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Europe trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Johannesburg to Europe

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R1 938	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 009 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Condor	PriceFrom R5 409	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 534 reviews	Search Condor flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R5 989	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 694 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Air Algerie	PriceFrom R7 379	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 37 reviews	Search Air Algerie flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R7 710	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 494 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom R8 739	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 439 reviews	Search Egyptair flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R8 778	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 8 164 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
TAAG	PriceFrom R9 449	Free Cancellation	Rating 5,9 31 reviews	Search TAAG flights
Air Europa	PriceFrom R9 610	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,0 629 reviews	Search Air Europa flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R9 650	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 2 019 reviews	Search SWISS flights

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