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Cheapest return flight
R22 261
Typical prices: R17 046-R26 412
United Airlines
Thu 1/3Sun 11/3
YVR - JNB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R11 399
Typical prices: R13 934-R18 714
Multiple Airlines
Wed 24/10
YVR - JNB • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Vancouver Intl Airport and Johannesburg. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
11 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 27% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Cheapest • Avg R18 635 (return)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 25h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Johannesburg (YVR-JNB)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Johannesburg

Mon, Mar 1 - Thu, Mar 11
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9:45 - 17:35YVR  Vancouver Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 50m1 stop Newark
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22:00 - 10:52JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YVR Vancouver Intl
45h 52m2 stops Newark San Francisco
R22 261United Airlines
Mon, Mar 1 - Thu, Mar 11
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9:45 - 17:35YVR  Vancouver Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 50m1 stop Newark
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22:00 - 23:14JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YVR Vancouver Intl
34h 14m1 stop Newark
R22 261United Airlines
Wed, Mar 3 - Thu, Apr 1
KLM Logo
16:40 - 21:00YVR  Vancouver Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
43h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:15 - 15:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YVR Vancouver Intl
25h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R22 782KLM
Mon, Sep 28 - Tue, Oct 13
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9:47 - 9:20YVR  Vancouver Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 33m2 stops San Francisco Zurich
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19:20 - 14:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YVR Vancouver Intl
28h 30m1 stop Zurich
R22 896Air Canada
Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Oct 14
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9:47 - 9:20YVR  Vancouver Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 33m2 stops San Francisco Zurich
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19:20 - 14:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YVR Vancouver Intl
28h 30m1 stop Zurich
R22 896Air Canada
Fri, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 29
KLM Logo
17:35 - 21:00YVR  Vancouver Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
42h 25m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
23:15 - 15:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YVR Vancouver Intl
25h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R23 075KLM
Tue, Dec 8 - Mon, Feb 8
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16:30 - 14:35YVR  Vancouver Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 05m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Windhoek Hosea Kutako Intl
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19:45 - 13:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YVR Vancouver Intl
27h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R23 319Lufthansa
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Jan 13
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16:30 - 8:55YVR  Vancouver Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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19:55 - 15:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YVR Vancouver Intl
28h 55m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R23 743Lufthansa
Tue, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 26
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8:00 - 18:30YVR  Vancouver Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
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20:40 - 17:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YVR Vancouver Intl
53h 40m2 stops Zurich London Heathrow
R23 857SWISS
Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Nov 5
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16:40 - 15:35YVR  Vancouver Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
61h 55m2 stops Zurich Windhoek Hosea Kutako Intl
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20:40 - 22:47JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-YVR Vancouver Intl
59h 07m3 stops Zurich Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
R24 524SWISS
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg flights

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

How much is a return flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

Return flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg start at R22 261. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R17 046 to R26 412. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R22 261 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg and is 10% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg at R15 942 return.
•December (R27 863) and August (R27 651) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 74% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg the cheapest?

Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 39% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

R11 399
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Vancouver Intl to Johannesburg

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

    Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg usually depart from Vancouver Intl (YVR) and may arrive at several airports in Johannesburg area, including Johannesburg Lanseria (HLA) and Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg pass through?

    One-stop flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg most commonly connect through:

    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 43% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 13% 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 22% on the Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R19 655 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R25 159, a difference of R5 504. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg?

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

  • How expensive are last-minute Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 9% above the route average of R21 825. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

    A direct flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg takes 0h 00m, covering 26 468 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

    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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg 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 R22 261 to R215 707. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg looking right now?

    One-way fares from Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about R15 869.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 25h 02m, compared to 27h 32m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 29h 47m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Vancouver Intl Airport and Johannesburg?

    Johannesburg is 9 hours ahead of Vancouver Intl Airport (South Africa Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car hire options are available in Johannesburg?

    Since Johannesburg is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) – daily rates from around R111:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • Alamo
    • Sixt

    Near Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA) – daily rates from around R65:

    • Europcar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Bluu
    • Woodford

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg flight?

    Return flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg range from R17 046 to R26 412, with an average of R21 825 over the past 12 months. Anything below R17 046 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg 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 instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R19 655 – about R5 504 less than Saturday (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 39% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Vancouver Intl Airport to Johannesburg trip for February. Fares historically average R15 942 return in that month – typically R11 920 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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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