Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America from R5 439

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R5 722. If you are unable to visit South America during the month of May, then departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport during the month July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R6 138.

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to South America. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as R10 463. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America for around R15 750.

The cheapest time of day to fly to South America is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as R9 916. Flights to South America are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of R15 346. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl for the best Johannesburg OR Tambo - South America flight prices

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South America from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South America for around R9 891 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South America from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for as low as R8 732 on momondo.

Airlink, LATAM Airlines, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg OR Tambo to South America

South African, LATAM Airlines and TAAG are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South America from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport according to our data. South African is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South America. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to South America on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

As of May 2026, there are 1 flights per day flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to South America. The most common time of day flights depart is 14:00, with 100% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

The number of flights available between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and South America is 10 per week as of May 2026. The most frequent departure day is Sat, with 40% of weekly flights leaving on this day.