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Cheapest return flight
R20 374
Typical prices: R20 293-R28 107
Kenya Airways
Thu 25/10Mon 5/11
CLT - JNB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R11 633
Typical prices: R14 098-R23 346
Etihad Airways
Sat 3/11
CLT - JNB • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Charlotte and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
22 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 10% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
July
Cheapest • 20% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg R23 897 (return)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 20h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Charlotte to Johannesburg (CLT-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Charlotte to OR Tambo

Sun, Oct 25 - Thu, Nov 5
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6:02 - 0:25CLT  Charlotte Douglas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 23m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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17:00 - 18:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CLT Charlotte Douglas
32h 35m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R20 374Kenya Airways
2 days ago
Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Nov 5
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6:02 - 0:25CLT  Charlotte Douglas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 23m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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17:00 - 18:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CLT Charlotte Douglas
32h 35m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R20 391Kenya Airways
21 hours ago
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 10
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6:02 - 10:55CLT  Charlotte Douglas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
46h 53m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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17:00 - 13:39JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CLT Charlotte Douglas
27h 39m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R21 283Kenya Airways
3+ days ago
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 11
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15:30 - 8:25CLT  Charlotte Douglas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 - 9:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CLT Charlotte Douglas
30h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R21 382Etihad Airways
2 days ago
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 11
Ethiopian Air Logo
6:00 - 13:30CLT  Charlotte Douglas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 30m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 14:22JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CLT Charlotte Douglas
30h 52m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R21 812Ethiopian Air
2 days ago
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 11
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12:21 - 3:55CLT  Charlotte Douglas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 34m3 stops Newark Lome Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 14:22JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CLT Charlotte Douglas
30h 52m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R21 845Ethiopian Air
2 days ago
Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Nov 12
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14:23 - 3:55CLT  Charlotte Douglas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 32m3 stops Newark Lome Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 14:22JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CLT Charlotte Douglas
30h 52m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R21 878Ethiopian Air
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 15
Ethiopian Air Logo
6:00 - 13:30CLT  Charlotte Douglas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 23:59JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CLT Charlotte Douglas
40h 29m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R21 977Ethiopian Air
2 days ago
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
Ethiopian Air Logo
6:00 - 13:30CLT  Charlotte Douglas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 30m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 23:59JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CLT Charlotte Douglas
40h 29m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R22 010Ethiopian Air
12 hours ago
Sat, Jan 16 - Tue, Jan 26
Etihad Airways Logo
14:30 - 8:25CLT  Charlotte Douglas-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 9:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CLT Charlotte Douglas
30h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R22 043Etihad Airways
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Charlotte to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Charlotte to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Return flights from Charlotte to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport typically range from R20 293 to R28 107. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R20 374 on Kenya Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Charlotte to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

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

•July is the cheapest month to fly from Charlotte to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at R18 970 return.
•December (R30 421) and June (R25 431) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 60% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Charlotte to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Charlotte to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 10% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Charlotte to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

R11 633
Beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 63% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Charlotte to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Charlotte to OR Tambo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Charlotte to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class

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

    A direct flight from Charlotte to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 00m, covering 21 400 km.

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

    Return flights from Charlotte to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from R20 293 to R28 107, with an average of R23 658 over the past 12 months. Anything below R20 293 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 3% above the R23 658 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Charlotte 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 374 to R141 157. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Charlotte to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R13 072, which is 27% below 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 R72 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Charlotte to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 55% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Charlotte to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R20 523 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at R25 431, a difference of R4 908.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three 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 Charlotte to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 20h 17m, compared to 20h 56m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 25h 12m via London Heathrow (LHR).

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 6 hours ahead of Charlotte (South Africa Time vs Eastern 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 Charlotte 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average R20 523, about R4 908 less than Tuesday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 10% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Charlotte to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for July. Fares historically average R18 970 return in that month – typically R11 451 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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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