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Cheapest return flight
R16 162
Typical prices: R16 779-R20 605
British Airways
Wed 24/1Tue 20/3
JNB - IAH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R11 677
Typical prices: R10 706-R15 375
Qatar Airways
Mon 1/10
JNB - IAH • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Houston. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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JNB - IAH
Cheapest • 1% average savings
JNB - HOU
Most popular
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When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 10% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg R16 840 (return)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 21h 27m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Houston (JNB-HOU)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Houston

Sun, Jan 24 - Sat, Mar 20
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 19:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
32h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
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18:36 - 10:25IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 49m2 stops Miami London Heathrow
R16 162British Airways
Sun, Jan 24 - Sat, Mar 20
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19:35 - 14:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
26h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
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17:12 - 10:25IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 13m2 stops Miami London Heathrow
R16 162British Airways
Thu, Sep 24 - Wed, Oct 7
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21:55 - 22:39JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HOU Houston Hobby
31h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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15:09 - 19:40HOU  Houston Hobby-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R16 562Virgin Atlantic
Thu, Sep 24 - Wed, Oct 7
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21:55 - 20:02JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
29h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:40 - 19:40IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R16 562Virgin Atlantic
Wed, Dec 23 - Thu, Jan 7
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:20 - 19:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
26h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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14:55 - 22:25IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 30m1 stop Istanbul
R16 595Turkish Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Thu, Jan 7
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0:20 - 19:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
26h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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14:55 - 22:25IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 30m1 stop Istanbul
R16 643Turkish Airlines
Sun, Jan 24 - Sat, Mar 20
Delta Logo
21:20 - 16:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HOU Houston Hobby
27h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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17:35 - 19:10HOU  Houston Hobby-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R16 771Delta
Sun, Jan 24 - Sat, Mar 20
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21:20 - 16:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HOU Houston Hobby
27h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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13:00 - 19:10HOU  Houston Hobby-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R16 771Delta
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
Qatar Airways Logo
20:55 - 15:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
26h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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18:15 - 4:00IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R18 356Qatar Airways
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
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15:05 - 15:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
31h 50m3 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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18:15 - 4:00IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R20 567Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Houston flights

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

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Houston start at R16 162. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R16 779 to R20 605. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R16 162 on British Airways.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Houston and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 4% 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 Houston?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Houston at R16 498 return.
  • June (R20 679) and May (R20 295) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 25% 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 Houston the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Houston are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% 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 Houston flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

R11 677
Best time to beat the crowds (6% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Houston

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo to Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Houston usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and may arrive at several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

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

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

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

    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) – 8% of one-stop connections

    London Heathrow (LHR) 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 Houston?

    On the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Houston route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 9%. Sunday is the cheapest day at R17 363 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R19 029 – a R1 666 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 9% above the route average of R18 245. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Houston takes 0h 00m, covering 23 344 km.

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

    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 Houston 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 R16 162 to R130 994. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Houston are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R33 320, which is 157% 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 Houston?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 21h 27m, compared to 22h 12m via Newark (EWR) and 26h 29m via London Heathrow (LHR).

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

    Houston is 7 hours behind Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (Central Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car hire options are available in Houston?

    Since Houston is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH) – daily rates from around R41:

    · ACO Rent A Car
    · Easirent
    · America Car Rental
    · Hertz
    · Thrifty

    Near Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) – daily rates from around R313:

    · Thrifty
    · Dollar
    · Alamo
    · Hertz
    · Budget

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

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Houston range from R16 779 to R20 605, with an average of R18 245 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 779 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Houston 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 Sunday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average R17 363 – about R1 666 less than Friday (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Houston trip for February. Fares historically average R16 498 return in that month – typically R4 181 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

    · Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental

    Near Houston Hobby Airport

    · DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston Hobby Airport
    · Best Western Plus Hobby Airport Inn & Suites
    · Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Houston Hobby Airport

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