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Cheapest return flight
R12 949
Typical prices: R15 268-R22 945
Delta
Sun 4/11Wed 14/11
JNB - YYC • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R11 763
Typical prices: R11 163-R16 214
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/11
JNB - YYC • 2 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 21% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 22% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Newark (EWR)
Cheapest • Avg R14 658 (return)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 22h 04m (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

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 14
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21:40 - 14:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
26h 00m2 stops London Heathrow Amsterdam Schiphol
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16:20 - 8:40YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 20m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol London Heathrow
R12 949Delta
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 14
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20:40 - 0:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
37h 10m2 stops Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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17:00 - 8:40YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 40m2 stops Vancouver Intl London Heathrow
R14 476Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 14
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20:40 - 0:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
37h 10m2 stops Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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18:30 - 8:40YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
R14 476Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
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19:00 - 15:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
28h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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17:50 - 9:55YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
56h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R15 662Air Canada
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
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19:00 - 15:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
28h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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8:30 - 10:00YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
41h 30m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Zurich
R15 873Air Canada
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 14
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19:45 - 20:17JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
33h 32m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Newark
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14:35 - 18:35YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
43h 00m3 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
R16 409United Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
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19:00 - 21:48JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
34h 48m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Denver Intl
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15:30 - 18:35YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
67h 05m3 stops San Francisco Los Angeles Newark
R18 164United Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Oct 23
Delta Logo
23:15 - 13:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
22h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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7:45 - 19:10YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
51h 25m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R20 000Delta
Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Oct 23
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19:00 - 17:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
30h 30m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:30 - 18:30YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 00m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Newark
R22 827Lufthansa
Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Oct 23
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19:00 - 17:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YYC Calgary
30h 30m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:30 - 18:30YYC  Calgary-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 00m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Newark
R22 827Lufthansa
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Calgary flights

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

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

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Calgary start at R12 949. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R15 268 to R22 945. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R12 949 on Delta.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Calgary and is 8% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 24% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Calgary at R14 638 return.
•August (R27 311) and July (R21 689) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 86% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices 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 21% 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 763
Best time to beat the crowds (19% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
Flights 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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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 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

  • 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) – 75% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 0% 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Calgary?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Calgary route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R17 270 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R23 233, a difference of R5 963. 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 expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Calgary flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 9% above the route average of R18 701. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Calgary takes 0h 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.

  • 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 R12 949 to R109 178. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R14 327, which is 8% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 04m, compared to 26h 55m via Newark (EWR) and 27h 34m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • 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.

  • 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 R65 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Avis
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Hertz

  • 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 R15 268 to R22 945, with an average of R18 701 over the past 12 months. Anything below R15 268 counts as a good deal.

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 instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R17 270 – about R5 963 less than Saturday (26% 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 21% 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 March. Fares historically average R14 638 return in that month – typically R12 672 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.
    - Hampton Inn by Hilton Calgary Airport North
    - Acclaim Hotel By Clique
    - Best Western Premier Freeport Inn Calgary Airport

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