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Cheapest return flight
R18 811
Typical prices: R16 531-R23 827
United Airlines
Tue 4/12Sun 30/12
JNB - YYC • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R11 330
Typical prices: R11 466-R16 622
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/12
JNB - YYC • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Calgary. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 25% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Newark (EWR)
Cheapest • Avg R15 032 (return)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 22h 03m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Calgary (JNB-YYC)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Calgary

Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 30
United Airlines Logo
19:45 - 13:26JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
49h 41m2 stops Frankfurt am Main San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
19:59 - 18:35YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 36m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
R18 811United Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:40 - 16:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
27h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
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12:40 - 9:40YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 00m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main
R19 278Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 29
Air Canada Logo
20:40 - 0:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
36h 10m2 stops Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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1:20 - 10:00YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
48h 40m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Zurich
R19 411Air Canada
3+ days ago
Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 30
Air Canada Logo
20:40 - 0:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
36h 10m2 stops Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
5:50 - 9:40YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
43h 50m2 stops Vancouver Intl Frankfurt am Main
R19 761Air Canada
2 days ago
Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 30
SWISS Logo
20:40 - 0:06JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
35h 26m3 stops Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
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14:25 - 10:00YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 35m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Zurich
R23 310SWISS
3+ days ago
Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 30
KLM Logo
23:55 - 14:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
22h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
16:20 - 22:00YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R24 843KLM
2 days ago
Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 30
KLM Logo
23:55 - 14:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
22h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
16:20 - 22:00YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R25 076KLM
3+ days ago
Mon, Jan 4 - Wed, Jan 20
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19:45 - 16:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
28h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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7:45 - 18:35YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 50m1 stop Newark
R29 491Lufthansa
3+ days ago
Tue, Jan 5 - Fri, Jan 22
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 12:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
46h 35m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
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16:30 - 18:35YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
42h 05m3 stops San Francisco Los Angeles Newark
R30 691United Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 21
Delta Logo
23:55 - 14:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
22h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
Delta Logo
16:20 - 22:00YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R35 956Delta
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Calgary flights

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

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Calgary typically range from R16 531 to R23 827. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R18 811 on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Calgary. It's 11% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 24% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Calgary at R14 879 return.
•August (R27 175) and May (R24 426) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 82% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Calgary are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 24% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Calgary flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R11 330
Beat the crowds with an average 60% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 82% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Calgary

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Calgary

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

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

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

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

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

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

    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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Calgary flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Calgary range from R16 531 to R23 827, with an average of R19 877 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 531 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 15% above the R19 877 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Calgary 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 R14 412 to R69 842. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Calgary are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R12 675, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Calgary Airport (YYC)?

    Calgary Airport (YYC) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R1 004 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Avis
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz

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

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

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

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

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 79% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 7% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 1% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Calgary. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R17 745 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R24 659, a difference of R6 915.

    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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Calgary?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 22h 03m, compared to 26h 55m via Newark (EWR) and 27h 57m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

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

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Calgary 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R17 745, which is about R6 915 less than Saturday fares (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 24% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Calgary trip for January. Fares historically average R14 879 return in that month – typically R12 296 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Calgary Airport.

    • Acclaim Hotel By Clique
    • Hampton Inn by Hilton Calgary Airport North
    • Radisson Hotel and Conference Center Calgary Arpt

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