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Cheapest return flight
R15 715
Typical prices: R16 182-R22 944
Qatar Airways
Tue 20/11Tue 27/11
JNB - PHL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R11 798
Typical prices: R10 460-R16 480
Qatar Airways
Sun 21/1
JNB - PHL • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Philadelphia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 18% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg R18 894 (return)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 24h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Philadelphia (JNB-PHL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Philadelphia

Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 14:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PHL Philadelphia
32h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
20:45 - 15:35PHL  Philadelphia-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R15 715Qatar Airways
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 14:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PHL Philadelphia
32h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
20:45 - 3:55PHL  Philadelphia-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R16 640Qatar Airways
Mon, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 17
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 16:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PHL Philadelphia
27h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
18:35 - 10:25PHL  Philadelphia-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
R16 739British Airways
Mon, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 17
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 9:49JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PHL Philadelphia
42h 49m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
14:37 - 18:35PHL  Philadelphia-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 58m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
R17 152United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 16:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PHL Philadelphia
27h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
21:50 - 10:25PHL  Philadelphia-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 35m2 stops Boston Logan Intl London Heathrow
R17 846British Airways
Mon, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 17
British Airways Logo
22:00 - 16:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PHL Philadelphia
25h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
19:48 - 10:25PHL  Philadelphia-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 37m2 stops Charlotte Douglas London Heathrow
R18 111British Airways
Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:20 - 14:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PHL Philadelphia
48h 30m3 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:45 - 15:35PHL  Philadelphia-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R18 177Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 17
SWISS Logo
20:40 - 21:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PHL Philadelphia
32h 00m2 stops Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl
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13:00 - 10:00PHL  Philadelphia-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 00m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dublin Zurich
R18 325SWISS
Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:20 - 14:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PHL Philadelphia
25h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:45 - 11:05PHL  Philadelphia-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
55h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Cape Town Intl
R18 391Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27
Qatar Airways Logo
18:35 - 14:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-PHL Philadelphia
51h 15m3 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
20:45 - 15:35PHL  Philadelphia-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R18 408Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Philadelphia flights

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

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Philadelphia typically range from R16 182 to R22 944. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R15 715 on Qatar Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Philadelphia. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Philadelphia at R15 715 return.
•June (R23 217) and July (R22 886) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 47% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Philadelphia flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

R11 798
Beat the crowds with an average 92% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 103% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Philadelphia

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Philadelphia

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

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

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

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

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Philadelphia takes 00m, covering 20 796 km.

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

    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 Philadelphia flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Philadelphia range from R16 182 to R22 944, with an average of R19 215 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 182 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Philadelphia 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 R15 715 to R39 840. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Philadelphia are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R13 750, which is 13% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Philadelphia Airport (PHL)?

    Philadelphia Airport (PHL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R470 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Payless
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

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

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

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 63% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 34% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Philadelphia. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at R16 161 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R21 696, a difference of R5 536.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 24h 32m, compared to 26h 21m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 26h 57m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

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

    Philadelphia is 6 hours behind Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (Eastern 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 Philadelphia 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average R16 161, about R5 536 less than Wednesday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Philadelphia trip for February. Fares historically average R15 715 return in that month – typically R7 502 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, check out these hotels close to Philadelphia Airport.

    • Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
    • Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
    • DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

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