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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cardiff Airport to Johannesburg? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 976 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Johannesburg.738 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Oct, returning Wed, 4 Nov.Return flight with Ryanair and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cardiff on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From 738 €, select.
Johannesburg.758 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair and Airlink.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cardiff on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Airlink, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From 758 €, select.
Johannesburg.800 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Apr, returning Wed, 12 May.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cardiff on Mon, 12 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 12 May, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From 800 €, select.
Johannesburg.814 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Aug, returning Sat, 19 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Cardiff on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From 814 €, select.
Johannesburg.849 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 May, returning Sun, 30 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Cardiff on Sat, 22 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 30 May, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From 849 €, select.
Johannesburg.854 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Apr, returning Wed, 28 Apr.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Cardiff on Sat, 10 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 28 Apr, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From 854 €, select.
Johannesburg.860 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Jul, returning Mon, 27 Jul.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cardiff on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From 860 €, select.
Johannesburg.897 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cardiff on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From 897 €, select.
Johannesburg.939 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec, returning Sun, 13 Dec.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Cardiff on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From 939 €, select.
Johannesburg.976 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug, returning Thu, 20 Aug.Return flight with Ryanair and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cardiff on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From 976 €, select.
Johannesburg.979 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct, returning Sun, 18 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair and FlySafair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cardiff on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with FlySafair, departs from Lanseria on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From 979 €, select.
Johannesburg.1.311 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Dec, returning Mon, 4 Jan.Return flight with Air France and EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Cardiff on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.311 €, select.
Johannesburg.6.256 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Jan, returning Mon, 15 Feb.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Cardiff on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From 6.256 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cardiff to Johannesburg

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cardiff to Johannesburg flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from 860 €
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from 976 €
Sep
from 758 €
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from 979 €
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Alternative Cardiff to Johannesburg routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Cardiff to Johannesburg? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

22km from central Johannesburg
ClosestCheapest
from 738 €
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Lanseria

32km from central Johannesburg
from 1.154 €
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Cardiff to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found738 €
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Cardiff to Johannesburg: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Johannesburg: Johannesburg O.R. Tambo and Lanseria.
The best price we found for a return flight from Cardiff to Johannesburg is 738 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cardiff to Johannesburg. But we found flights with one or more stops from 738 €.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Cardiff to Johannesburg.
The cheapest month to fly from Cardiff to Johannesburg is usually October.
If you're flying from Cardiff Airport, the cheapest airport near Johannesburg is Johannesburg O.R. Tambo – which is 21.7 km away from the centre of Johannesburg. We've found flights into this airport from 738 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cardiff Airport to Johannesburg on Thursday, 22 October 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cardiff Airport and Johannesburg. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Johannesburg but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 11°C. January is typically the warmest month in Johannesburg, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 3°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg.

Travelling from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Johannesburg: what you need to know

  • Johannesburg is two hours ahead of Cardiff, where Cardiff Airport is located. Johannesburg follows the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Give yourself enough time to get on your CWL to Johannesburg flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • Finding a plane ticket from CWL to Johannesburg with a stopover is easy. Whether you're eager to potentially save cash on your fare or explore a new city, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to check out your options. A major stop is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS).

  • Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Cardiff, CWL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Johannesburg? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to CWL:

  • When it comes to Cardiff Airport's on-time performance, 66.16% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Johannesburg

  • 378 € is currently the best price for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Johannesburg flight. Return plane tickets start at 738 €. These prices can change depending on availability.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from CWL to Johannesburg if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Cardiff Airport to Johannesburg across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CWL to Johannesburg by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Cardiff Airport to Johannesburg by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • The distance from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is roughly 29 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Cardiff Airport to Johannesburg, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near JNB:

  • Grab an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and discover Johannesburg and beyond with your own wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are top providers you can book with here.

  • Reserving your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks before your flight from CWL to Johannesburg can help you get the lowest rate.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

  • Once your flight from Cardiff Airport to Johannesburg has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).

  • After stepping off your CWL to Johannesburg flight, rest your head at a hotel near HLA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

  • First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz make picking up a Lanseria International Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.

  • Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from HLA four weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.

Best time to go to Johannesburg

  • Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Cardiff Airport to Johannesburg. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel prices are typically higher and top attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Johannesburg in low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.

  • Before locking in your Cardiff Airport to Johannesburg plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CWL to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).

More about Johannesburg

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Johannesburg right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Cardiff Airport to Johannesburg:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Maboneng Precinct, Constitution Hill and Johannesburg Zoo are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Johannesburg itinerary.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Pietermaritzburg is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Johannesburg. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.

  • If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in South Africa, head for Bloemfontein, about 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum are among its highlights.

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