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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town:

• Earliest: departs at 5:55 and lands at 8:11
• Latest: departs at 21:20 and lands at 23:36.

The flight takes about 2h 16m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town takes 2h 16m, covering 2 045 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town range from R2 399 to R3 718, with an average of R3 072 over the past 12 months. Anything below R2 399 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the R3 072 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average R3 070 return, compared with R4 408 via a stopover through Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga (MQP).

FlySafair is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while South African has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town flights are:

• FlySafair: 93% on time
• South African: 91% on time
• Airlink: 89% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 90% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge R91–R1 662 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Lift and South African. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town flights, with 45% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, Evening flights for 20%, and Night flights for 2%.

One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about R1 559.

Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R449 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Sixt
• Europcar
• Woodford
• GREEN MOTION
• Hertz

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town route, 10% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 34m.

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

• Port Elizabeth (PLZ) – 38% of one-stop connections
• Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 36% of one-stop connections
• Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) – 22% of one-stop connections
• East London (ELS) – 2% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 7% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R2 942 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R3 158, a difference of R216.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

6 airlines operate flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Cape Town. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• FlySafair
• South African
• Airlink
• Global Aviation Operations
• Cemair
• Singapore Airlines

Flying via Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga (MQP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 04m, compared to 9h 38m via Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) and 9h 53m via Port Elizabeth (PLZ).

Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cape Town flights:

• Lift: offers free seat selection
• FlySafair: offers free seat selection
• South African: offers free seat selection
• Airlink: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Cemair: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Lift: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• FlySafair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• South African: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Yes, you can get a direct flight between Johannesburg and Cape Town, with many airlines operating this route throughout the week. Airlines such Cemair, Kulula and Mango all fly this route. There are also indirect routes too, but due to the efficiency and cost of the direct options, it’s unlikely you’ll choose to fly indirectly unless the time of departure suits you better.

Yes, whether you need a hotel to stay at because you have an early flight or you just want to take it easy on the day of your flight, there are plenty of options for you at Johannesburg Airport. Hotels such as Southern Sun or Protea Hotel are situated only a short walk from the terminal building, which is great for those who don't want to be in a rush.

Yes, once you arrive at Cape Town Airport, you will have access to free Wi-Fi, so you can book a journey through a ride-share app, video call a friend or just check your emails. This can be very useful for people who have flown from Johannesburg but do not have a South African phone contract.

Upon arrival, there are several ways to reach the centre of Cape Town. One of the most efficient options is to get a taxi, which costs about 430 ZAR (21.60 GBP) and takes about 20min. You can also get a MyCiti bus, which costs approximately 50 ZAR (2.50 GBP) and will take you to the centre in about 30min. You can find both the taxi rank and the bus stops on the ground floor at the front of the terminal building.