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Cheapest return flight
R20 399
Typical prices: R21 181-R28 897
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/10Sat 27/10
YYC - JNB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R10 868
Typical prices: R10 427-R15 608
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/1
YYC - JNB • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Calgary and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
16 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 18% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 25% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg R23 023 (return)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 22h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Calgary to Johannesburg (YYC-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Calgary to OR Tambo

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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9:45 - 15:50YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
46h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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17:00 - 21:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
36h 05m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R20 399Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Nov 4
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12:30 - 18:30YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
46h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
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15:05 - 21:17JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
38h 12m2 stops Cape Town Intl Newark
R20 692United Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Nov 4
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6:45 - 18:30YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 45m1 stop Newark
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10:25 - 21:17JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
42h 52m2 stops Cape Town Intl Newark
R20 692United Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Nov 4
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12:30 - 18:30YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
46h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
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10:25 - 21:17JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
42h 52m2 stops Cape Town Intl Newark
R20 986United Airlines
Sun, Oct 18 - Sun, Oct 25
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9:45 - 15:50YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
46h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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17:00 - 21:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
36h 05m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R21 197Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 29
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6:45 - 18:30YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 45m1 stop Newark
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15:05 - 19:17JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
36h 12m2 stops Cape Town Intl Newark
R21 556United Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 29
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13:56 - 18:30YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
44h 34m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark
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15:05 - 19:17JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
36h 12m2 stops Cape Town Intl Newark
R21 556United Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Nov 4
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6:00 - 8:35YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
42h 35m2 stops Vancouver Intl Frankfurt am Main
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12:20 - 17:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
37h 00m2 stops Cape Town Intl Frankfurt am Main
R21 572Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
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15:15 - 22:00YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:59 - 15:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
23h 41m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R30 094KLM
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
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15:15 - 22:00YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:59 - 15:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
23h 41m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R30 110KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and is 10% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at R18 493 return.
•July (R29 426) and December (R27 601) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 18% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

R10 868
Best time to beat the crowds (13% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (11% more expensive on average)
Flights from Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Calgary to OR Tambo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Calgary to OR Tambo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A direct flight from Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 25 401 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Return flights from Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from R21 181 to R28 897, with an average of R24 764 over the past 12 months. Anything below R21 181 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 5% above the route average of R24 764. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R20 399 to R167 461. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R12 717, which is 5% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R111 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • Alamo
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights from Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Calgary (YYC) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 67% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 5% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 3% of one-stop connections

    Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 19% on the Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R22 517 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R27 503, a difference of R4 986. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 22h 02m, compared to 26h 52m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 29h 57m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Calgary and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 8 hours ahead of Calgary (South Africa Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Gold Reef City, Gallagher Convention Centre, and Sandton Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R22 517 – about R4 986 less than Thursday (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 18% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Calgary to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for January. Fares historically average R18 493 return in that month – typically R10 933 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
    - Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    - Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    - Aero Guest Lodge

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