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

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

Which airlines fly to Europe?

British Airways, Qatar Airways and KLM 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 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Europe. Keep in mind that there are 20 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 day?

The number of flights available between Johannesburg and Europe is 29 per day as of May 2026. The most frequent departure time is 19:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

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

The number of flights available between Johannesburg and Europe is 207 per week as of May 2026. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 15% 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 May 2026, there are 20 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.

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14:30 - 4:45

JNB

IST

13h 15m

1 stop

8:00 - 20:10

IST

JNB

13h 10m

1 stop

R9 334Ethiopian Air

Wed, Jul 1 - Sat, Jul 4

12:40 - 7:00

JNB

ATH

17h 20m

1 stop

13:55 - 4:00

ATH

JNB

15h 05m

1 stop

R9 383Qatar Airways

Thu, Jun 4 - Thu, Jun 11

9:50 - 13:05

JNB

ATH

26h 15m

2 stops

7:20 - 8:20

ATH

JNB

26h 00m

1 stop

R9 449Etihad Airways

Mon, Jun 15 - Sun, Jun 21

9:50 - 13:05

JNB

IST

26h 15m

1 stop

14:10 - 8:20

IST

JNB

19h 10m

1 stop

R9 498Etihad Airways

Wed, Jul 15 - Tue, Jul 28

13:30 - 16:40

JNB

STN

28h 10m

2 stops

17:35 - 10:30

STN

JNB

15h 55m

1 stop

R10 532Turkish Airlines

Thu, Jun 4 - Thu, Jun 11

13:30 - 13:40

JNB

FRA

24h 10m

2 stops

19:00 - 9:40

FRA

JNB

38h 40m

2 stops

R10 909Turkish Airlines

Mon, Sep 7 - Tue, Sep 8

19:20 - 8:40

JNB

LCY

14h 20m

1 stop

18:05 - 9:20

LCY

JNB

14h 15m

1 stop

R12 254SWISS

Mon, Jun 8 - Fri, Jun 12

15:25 - 11:40

JNB

LCY

21h 15m

2 stops

18:05 - 9:20

LCY

JNB

14h 15m

1 stop

R13 173SWISS

Fri, Jun 5 - Fri, Jun 12

1:15 - 19:45

JNB

LCY

19h 30m

3 stops

10:00 - 10:55

LCY

JNB

23h 55m

2 stops

R13 533Kenya Airways

Tue, May 19 - Wed, May 27

17:00 - 19:45

JNB

LCY

27h 45m

3 stops

10:00 - 15:50

LCY

JNB

28h 50m

2 stops

R13 583Kenya Airways

Tue, May 26 - Tue, Jun 2

TAAG flights from Johannesburg to Europe

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TAAG

Sept 8

JNB5:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 50m

1 stop

LIS20:35Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sept 28

LIS9:20Lisbon Humberto Delgado

17h 55m

1 stop

JNB4:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 384

TAAG

Jun 9

JNB5:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 50m

1 stop

LIS20:35Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Jun 16

LIS9:00Lisbon Humberto Delgado

18h 15m

1 stop

JNB4:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 581

TAAG

Jun 9

JNB5:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 50m

1 stop

LIS20:35Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Jun 23

LIS9:00Lisbon Humberto Delgado

18h 15m

1 stop

JNB4:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

R10 925

Kenya Airways flights from Johannesburg to Europe

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Kenya Airways

May 18

JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 50m

2 stops

LIS22:50Lisbon Humberto Delgado

May 28

LIS15:35Lisbon Humberto Delgado

31h 40m

2 stops

JNB0:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 483

Kenya Airways

May 18

JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 40m

2 stops

LIS22:50Lisbon Humberto Delgado

May 28

LIS5:00Lisbon Humberto Delgado

33h 50m

2 stops

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 598

Kenya Airways

May 11

JNB1:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 35m

2 stops

LIS22:50Lisbon Humberto Delgado

May 26

LIS5:00Lisbon Humberto Delgado

28h 55m

2 stops

JNB10:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

R11 680

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Wed 1/7

14:30-4:45

1 stop13h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 4/7

8:00-20:10

1 stop13h 10m

R9 334

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

12:40-7:00

1 stop17h 20m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 11/6

13:55-4:00

1 stop15h 05m

R9 383

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

9:50-13:05

2 stops26h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 21/6

7:20-8:20

1 stop26h 00m

R9 449

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

9:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 28/7

14:10-8:20

1 stop19h 10m

R9 498

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

13:30-16:40

2 stops28h 10m

London Stansted

Thu 11/6

17:35-10:30

1 stop15h 55m

R10 532

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

13:30-13:40

2 stops24h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 8/9

19:00-9:40

2 stops38h 40m

R10 909

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

19:20-8:40

1 stop14h 20m

London City

Fri 12/6

18:05-9:20

1 stop14h 15m

R12 254

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

15:25-11:40

2 stops21h 15m

London City

Fri 12/6

18:05-9:20

1 stop14h 15m

R13 173

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

1:15-19:45

3 stops19h 30m

London City

Wed 27/5

10:00-10:55

2 stops23h 55m

R13 533

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

17:00-19:45

3 stops27h 45m

London City

Tue 2/6

10:00-15:50

2 stops28h 50m

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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 056. 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 270.

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

Our data shows that Sunday is the least expensive day to fly to Europe. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as R15 049. The most expensive day to fly to Europe is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around R16 008.

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

Flying to Europe from Johannesburg in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R15 240 when looking at flights departing in the evening. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Europe is in the afternoon when prices are around R17 972.

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 157 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 R12 500 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	9h 40m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Europe	4 107 airports

The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Europe takes 9h 40m

Direct flights go from Johannesburg to Europe every day.

There are 4 107 airports in Europe. From Johannesburg there are direct flights to 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 May 2026, there are 20 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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R1 901	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 999 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Condor	PriceFrom R6 398	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 409 reviews	Search Condor flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R7 084	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 434 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Air Algerie	PriceFrom R7 237	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 37 reviews	Search Air Algerie flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom R8 570	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 426 reviews	Search Egyptair flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R8 573	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 985 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R9 463	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 937 reviews	Search SWISS flights
TAAG	PriceFrom R9 509	Free Cancellation	Rating 5,7 28 reviews	Search TAAG flights
Air France	PriceFrom R9 642	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 585 reviews	Search Air France flights
KLM	PriceFrom R9 778	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 513 reviews	Search KLM flights

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