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Cheapest return flight
R25 836
Typical prices: R22 297-R36 647
Multiple Airlines
Wed 28/11Mon 3/12
SDF - JNB • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Louisville and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 16% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Newark (EWR)
Cheapest • Avg R36 377 (return)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 20h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Louisville to OR Tambo (SDF-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Louisville to OR Tambo

Sat, Nov 28 - Thu, Dec 3
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6:24 - 7:25SDF  Louisville Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
42h 01m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl
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11:00 - 17:31JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SDF Louisville Intl
37h 31m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
R25 836Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 27
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11:16 - 4:00SDF  Louisville Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 44m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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12:40 - 23:48JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SDF Louisville Intl
41h 08m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
R27 088Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1
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13:11 - 8:40SDF  Louisville Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 29m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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13:45 - 21:38JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SDF Louisville Intl
38h 53m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
R27 772Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:15 - 3:55SDF  Louisville Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 40m3 stops Newark Lome Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 13:24JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SDF Louisville Intl
29h 54m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl
R27 923Ethiopian Air
17 hours ago
Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25
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10:17 - 8:40SDF  Louisville Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
39h 23m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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20:20 - 21:38JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SDF Louisville Intl
32h 18m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
R29 158Qatar Airways
14 hours ago
Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1
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10:17 - 8:40SDF  Louisville Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
39h 23m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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20:20 - 23:12JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SDF Louisville Intl
33h 52m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
R29 174Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Sun, Nov 29 - Sun, Dec 6
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9:02 - 13:30SDF  Louisville Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
45h 28m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 21:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SDF Louisville Intl
37h 30m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl
R29 909Ethiopian Air
3+ days ago
Sat, Nov 28 - Thu, Dec 3
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6:00 - 13:30SDF  Louisville Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 30m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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23:00 - 13:24JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SDF Louisville Intl
45h 24m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl
R30 192Ethiopian Air
3+ days ago
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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13:14 - 10:25SDF  Louisville Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 11m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow
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19:35 - 18:12JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SDF Louisville Intl
29h 37m2 stops London Heathrow Dallas/Fort Worth
R30 693British Airways
17 hours ago
Tue, Dec 8 - Mon, Dec 14
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18:52 - 10:25SDF  Louisville Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 33m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow
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21:20 - 22:11JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SDF Louisville Intl
31h 51m2 stops London Heathrow Charlotte Douglas
R31 511British Airways
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Qatar Airways (R27 088) and Ethiopian Air (R27 923) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Key details for Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

R25 836
Beat the crowds with an average 67% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 50% increase in travellers.
Return flight from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Louisville to OR Tambo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Louisville to OR Tambo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

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

    A direct flight from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 00m, covering 22 172 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo 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.

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

    Return flights from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from R22 297 to R36 647, with an average of R24 694 over the past 12 months. Anything below R22 297 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 R25 836 to R65 993. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which car hire options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R496 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Louisville Intl (SDF) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

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

    Connecting flights from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly pass through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 81% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) – 19% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 36% on flights from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R22 298 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R34 632, a difference of R12 334.

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

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 20h 05m, compared to 22h 17m via Newark (EWR).

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 7 hours ahead of Louisville (South Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Gold Reef City, Gallagher Convention Centre, and Sandton Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R22 298, which is about R12 334 less than Sunday fares (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for November. Fares historically average R20 796 return in that month – typically R23 850 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

    • Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    • Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    • Aero Guest Lodge

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