Which destinations have the best last-minute deals?

Right now, the best destination for a last-minute flight is Johannesburg, where you can get a last-minute ticket for R452. Other options include Durban and Cape Town where you can get deals for R556 and R747.

Which airlines offer the cheapest last-minute tickets?

The airlines currently offering the cheapest last-minute airfare are United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta. Generally, check for flights with Aero Dili who often offer low-priced tickets right up until departure.

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Thu, Nov 27 - Mon, Dec 1

20:45 - 21:55DUR-JNB

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18:40 - 19:50JNB-DUR

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R1 164FlySafair

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20:45 - 21:55DUR-JNB

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Mon, Nov 24 - Tue, Nov 25

19:35 - 20:45DUR-JNB

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6:00 - 7:05JNB-DUR

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R1 198Multiple Airlines

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Thu, Nov 27 - Mon, Dec 1

20:45 - 21:55DUR-JNB

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R1 216FlySafair

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Fri, Nov 28 - Sat, Nov 29

21:10 - 22:20DUR-JNB

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Mon, Nov 24 - Mon, Nov 24

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Wed, Nov 26 - Thu, Nov 27

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Which destinations have the best last-minute deals?
Right now, the best destination for a last-minute flight is Johannesburg, where you can get a last-minute ticket for R452. Other options include Durban and Cape Town where you can get deals for R556 and R747.
Which airlines offer the cheapest last-minute tickets?
The airlines currently offering the cheapest last-minute airfare are United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta. Generally, check for flights with Aero Dili who often offer low-priced tickets right up until departure.

If you’re booking last-minute airfare for domestic destinations, then KAYAK data suggests it’s best to book 4 days before departure. Tickets are most expensive 1 day before departure.
For international flights, the best last minute prices are generally found 5 days before departing, while tickets are at their most expensive 1 day before departure.
Flexibility is key for getting the best last minute deals. Our data shows that Monday is the day when last minute tickets were cheapest, while Saturday is the most expensive.
To have the best chance of a last-minute flight with KAYAK, set up a Price Alert for your desired route and dates.