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Cheapest return flight
R25 367
Typical prices: R21 891-R35 981
Multiple Airlines
Wed 28/11Mon 3/12
SDF - JNB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R13 158
Typical prices: R19 621-R23 204
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/3
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 R35 716 (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 367Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21
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13:32 - 15:35SDF  Louisville Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
43h 03m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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13:45 - 21:37JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SDF Louisville Intl
38h 52m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
R25 530Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1
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10:12 - 8:40SDF  Louisville Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
39h 28m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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13:45 - 21:37JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SDF Louisville Intl
38h 52m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
R25 989Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21
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7:00 - 13:30SDF  Louisville Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 14:47JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SDF Louisville Intl
31h 17m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R26 088Ethiopian Air
3+ days ago
Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1
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10:12 - 8:40SDF  Louisville Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
39h 28m2 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
R28 005Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Sat, Nov 28 - Thu, Dec 3
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5:10 - 20:10SDF  Louisville Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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23:00 - 16:39JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SDF Louisville Intl
48h 39m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl
R28 447Ethiopian Air
2 days ago
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 17
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18:17 - 10:25SDF  Louisville Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 08m2 stops Charlotte Douglas London Heathrow
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19:35 - 19:37JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SDF Louisville Intl
31h 02m2 stops London Heathrow Charlotte Douglas
R29 742American Airlines
22 hours ago
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
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17:49 - 10:25SDF  Louisville Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 36m2 stops Charlotte Douglas London Heathrow
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19:35 - 20:53JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SDF Louisville Intl
32h 18m2 stops London Heathrow Dallas/Fort Worth
R30 561British Airways
22 hours ago
Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Jan 20
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17:30 - 10:25SDF  Louisville Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 55m2 stops Boston Logan Intl London Heathrow
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21:20 - 21:37JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SDF Louisville Intl
31h 17m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl
R30 725British Airways
3+ days ago
Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Jan 20
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17:40 - 13:30SDF  Louisville Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 50m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 13:26JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-SDF Louisville Intl
29h 56m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl
R33 986Ethiopian Air
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 (R25 530) and Ethiopian Air (R26 088) 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

R13 158
Beat the crowds with an average 67% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 50% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way 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 R21 891 to R35 981, with an average of R24 245 over the past 12 months. Anything below R21 891 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 367 to R70 938. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Louisville to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R19 455, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 R71 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 R21 893 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R34 002, a difference of R12 110.

    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 6 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 R21 893, about R12 110 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 418 return in that month – typically R23 417 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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