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Cheapest return flight
R20 428
Typical prices: R22 880-R32 866
Ethiopian Air
Fri 23/11Fri 30/11
RDU - JNB • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R11 145
Typical prices: R12 014-R22 075
Kenya Airways
Fri 16/11
RDU - JNB • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Raleigh and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 21% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg R29 154 (return)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 19h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Johannesburg (RDU-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Raleigh to OR Tambo

Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:39 - 3:55RDU  Raleigh-Durham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 16m3 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Lome Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 14:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RDU Raleigh-Durham
30h 30m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R20 428Ethiopian Air
3+ days ago
Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 22
Ethiopian Air Logo
6:00 - 13:30RDU  Raleigh-Durham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 30m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 23:44JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RDU Raleigh-Durham
40h 14m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R20 528Ethiopian Air
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30
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7:15 - 15:50RDU  Raleigh-Durham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 35m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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17:00 - 14:48JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RDU Raleigh-Durham
28h 48m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R20 860Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, Jan 29 - Sun, Feb 7
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7:05 - 15:50RDU  Raleigh-Durham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 45m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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17:00 - 14:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RDU Raleigh-Durham
28h 20m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R21 576Kenya Airways
15 hours ago
Wed, Feb 24 - Fri, Mar 12
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10:00 - 10:55RDU  Raleigh-Durham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
41h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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1:35 - 14:19JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RDU Raleigh-Durham
43h 44m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R21 925Kenya Airways
1 day ago
Fri, Jan 29 - Sun, Feb 7
Ethiopian Air Logo
6:10 - 13:30RDU  Raleigh-Durham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 20m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 19:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RDU Raleigh-Durham
35h 35m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R21 991Ethiopian Air
15 hours ago
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 26
Ethiopian Air Logo
6:00 - 13:30RDU  Raleigh-Durham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 30m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 23:44JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RDU Raleigh-Durham
40h 14m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R22 025Ethiopian Air
2 days ago
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 26
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:55 - 3:55RDU  Raleigh-Durham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 00m3 stops Newark Lome Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 23:44JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RDU Raleigh-Durham
40h 14m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R22 091Ethiopian Air
2 days ago
Fri, Jan 29 - Sun, Feb 7
Ethiopian Air Logo
7:02 - 3:55RDU  Raleigh-Durham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 53m3 stops Newark Lome Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 19:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RDU Raleigh-Durham
35h 35m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R22 125Ethiopian Air
15 hours ago
Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 22
Kenya Airways Logo
7:11 - 0:25RDU  Raleigh-Durham-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 14m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
12:05 - 13:52JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-RDU Raleigh-Durham
32h 47m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R22 191Kenya Airways
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Return flights from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport typically range from R22 880 to R32 866. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R20 428 on Ethiopian Air.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It's 14% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at R21 742 return.
•May (R35 283) and December (R32 854) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 43% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 63% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Raleigh to OR Tambo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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

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

    A direct flight from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 00m, covering 21 120 km.

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

    Return flights from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from R22 880 to R32 866, with an average of R27 556 over the past 12 months. Anything below R22 880 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 6% above the R27 556 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    One-way fares from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R33 623, which is 120% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 54% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Friday is the cheapest departure day at R23 755 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R33 736, a difference of R9 981.

    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 Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 19h 38m, compared to 19h 58m via Newark (EWR) and 28h 13m via London Heathrow (LHR).

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 6 hours ahead of Raleigh (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 Raleigh 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average R23 755, which is about R9 981 less than Thursday fares (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for January. Fares historically average R21 742 return in that month – typically R13 541 less than the most expensive month, which is May (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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