At Alternative Airlines, you can easily compare domestic flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT), helping you find the right option for your journey.
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Five airlines fly direct from Johannesburg to Cape Town: FlySafair, LIFT, South African Airways, Airlink and CemAir.
You can choose from the low-cost airline, FlySafair, as well as full-service carriers including South African Airways and Airlink, giving you flexibility over how you fly.
Take a look at an overview of the weekly flights below. 👇
| Airline | Direct flights per week | Days |
|---|---|---|
| FlySafair | 142 | Daily |
| South African Airways | 67 | Daily |
| Airlink | 47 | Daily |
| LIFT | 30 | Daily |
| CemAir | 8 | Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| Source: Google Flights, correct as of September 2026. Schedules can change seasonally. | ||
One of the best ways to find cheap flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town is to compare seasons and departure days.
Based on Alternative Airlines data, here are the busiest and quietest times to fly, which can impact the cost of your flight:
It’s worth checking a few dates before you book, or looking for lower fares in exchange for the wetter weather. Our Best Fare Finder makes this even easier, helping you find flights that fit your budget.
Based on 12 months of Alternative Airlines search data for Johannesburg (JNB) to Cape Town (CPT), from 21st September 2025 to 20th September 2026.
The main airport for those flying from Johannesburg to Cape Town is O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
However, some flights may depart from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
O.R. Tambo also welcomes popular flights from Durban to Johannesburg.
From O.R. Tambo, the Gautrain provides a direct rail connection to Sandton and other stations across Johannesburg. For Pretoria, you can change onto the wider train network.
Flights arrive at Cape Town International Airport (CPT), around 20 km from Cape Town city centre. You can continue into the city by taxi, ride-hailing service or hire car. A popular domestic route from this airport is Cape Town to Durban.
Looking to fly now, but pay later? If you're a South African resident, we have great payment providers available, so you can fly flexibly. Here are a few:
Payflex - Split your payment into 2, 3 or 4 interest-free instalments.
PayJustNow - Spread the cost of your flight over 3 interest-free instalments.
Happy Pay - Split the cost of your flight over 2 months or in 3 bi-weekly payments. Both are interest-free.
Eligibility criteria apply.
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The cost of your flight depends on a few factors, such as the season, the airline you choose, and the day you fly.
For example, December is the busiest month, so it could cost more. FlySafair is a low-cost option, so it will often be cheaper than other airlines.
To see how much it will cost, use our flight search tool at the top of the page.
On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes.
Johannesburg to Cape Town is approximately:
By air - around 1,260km.
By road - around 1,400 to 1,500km depending on the route you take.
Driving from Johannesburg to Cape Town typically takes about 14-16 hours, depending on your route and stops. If you're short on time, flying is much quicker at 2 hours 15 minutes.
