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Cheap Flights from OR Tambo to Frankfurt (JNB-FRA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Frankfurt

Fri, Jan 29 - Fri, Feb 5
Lufthansa Logo
19:45 - 5:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-FRA Frankfurt am Main
10h 45mdirect
Lufthansa Logo
15:15 - 9:55FRA  Frankfurt am Main-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R10 931Lufthansa
Fri, Jan 22 - Tue, Jan 26
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 12:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-FRA Frankfurt am Main
27h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:55 - 8:20FRA  Frankfurt am Main-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R10 963Etihad Airways
Fri, Jan 22 - Tue, Jan 26
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 12:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-FRA Frankfurt am Main
27h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:55 - 8:20FRA  Frankfurt am Main-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R10 979Etihad Airways
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
Lufthansa Logo
19:00 - 5:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-FRA Frankfurt am Main
10h 35mdirect
Lufthansa Logo
22:00 - 9:40FRA  Frankfurt am Main-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
10h 40mdirect
R11 075Lufthansa
Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:00 - 5:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-FRA Frankfurt am Main
10h 35mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:05 - 10:00FRA  Frankfurt am Main-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 55m1 stop Zurich
R11 171Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:00 - 5:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-FRA Frankfurt am Main
10h 35mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:05 - 10:00FRA  Frankfurt am Main-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 55m1 stop Zurich
R11 235Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 27
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 7:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-FRA Frankfurt am Main
17h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
15:00 - 15:15FRA  Frankfurt am Main-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 347Qatar Airways
Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 27
Qatar Airways Logo
20:55 - 14:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-FRA Frankfurt am Main
17h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
15:00 - 15:15FRA  Frankfurt am Main-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 379Qatar Airways
Wed, Jan 27 - Mon, Feb 1
SWISS Logo
20:40 - 12:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-FRA Frankfurt am Main
16h 45m1 stop Zurich
SWISS Logo
16:25 - 10:00FRA  Frankfurt am Main-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 35m2 stops Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Zurich
R11 427SWISS
Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 27
SWISS Logo
19:20 - 10:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-FRA Frankfurt am Main
15h 10m1 stop Zurich
SWISS Logo
16:25 - 16:15FRA  Frankfurt am Main-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 50m2 stops Zurich Cape Town Intl
R11 603SWISS
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

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

How much is a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport start at R10 931. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R11 597 to R15 588. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R10 931 on Lufthansa.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 6% 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport at R11 603 return.
  • July (R15 572) and August (R14 148) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 34% 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 15% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R5 809
Best time to beat the crowds (11% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (5% more expensive on average)
Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Frankfurt

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

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights:

    • Condor: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Lufthansa: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Frankfurt am Main Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Lufthansa
    • Condor

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

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

    • Condor: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • South African: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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

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

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average R9 311 return via Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG), compared with R14 590 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge R1 040–R1 600 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    The Boeing 747-8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Lufthansa and South African. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-900neo variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 27% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 10% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 11% on the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R12 531 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R13 940, a difference of R1 408. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    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 Frankfurt am Main Airport route, 7% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 57 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Frankfurt am Main Airport are Frankfurt City Centre and Frankfurt Central Station. These are among the most viewed places in Frankfurt am Main Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 18:35 and lands at 5:29
    • Latest: departs at 19:45 and lands at 6:39.

    The flight takes about 10h 54m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 3% above the route average of R13 098. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport takes 10h 54m, covering 13 976 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main 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.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main 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 R10 851 to R90 303. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about R8 317.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 42m, compared to 13h 45m via Zurich (ZRH) and 14h 44m via Madrid Barajas (MAD).

  • Which car hire options are available at Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)?

    Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R170 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Wheego
    · Alamo
    · Europcar
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    · Hertz

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

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport range from R11 597 to R15 588, with an average of R13 098 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 597 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights:

    • • Lufthansa
    • • South African

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main 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 Thursday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average R12 531 – about R1 408 less than Friday (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 15% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport trip for February. Fares historically average R11 603 return in that month – typically R3 969 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Lufthansa is the strongest pick on this route. 93% of Lufthansa flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 93%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours57 minutes, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages R9 311 return on this route – about R5 279 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Frankfurt am Main Airport.
    - Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel and Conference Center
    - Intercityhotel Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3
    - Meininger Hotel Frankfurt Main / Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Frankfurt am Main?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Johannesburg OR Tambo to Frankfurt am Main

Monday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Tuesday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Wednesday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Thursday

Lufthansa,Condor

Lufthansa,Condor

Friday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Saturday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Sunday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

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Direct returns

Frankfurt am Main to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Monday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Tuesday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Wednesday

Lufthansa,Condor

Lufthansa,Condor

Thursday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Friday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Saturday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Sunday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

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