Question 1

How long is the flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg typically takes around 2 hours 5 minutes. This makes the direct service the fastest and most convenient way to travel between Cape Town and Johannesburg. It is worth checking flight times when searching, as these can vary by airline and travel date.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg, with an average of around 19 to 20 flights per day, operated by, among others, Safair, FlexFlight and LIFT. If you want to travel without a stopover, it is worth filtering specifically for direct flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg are operated by, among others, Safair, FlexFlight and LIFT. These services take you to Johannesburg without any stops, making them particularly handy for short breaks or weekend trips. It is still worth comparing departure times and airline policies, as baggage rules and additional charges can vary.

Question 4

On which days are there direct flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day has no direct service, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

From Cape Town to Johannesburg there are on average around 19 to 20 flights per day. This usually means you have a good choice of departure times. Particularly if you are flexible, you can easily compare times, prices and airlines.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

From Cape Town to Johannesburg there are around 135 to 136 flights per week. This means you usually have suitable connections to choose from on several days and at various times. As well as price, it is worth comparing flight duration, airline and any potential additional charges.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg usually departs at 05:45. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are particularly useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Johannesburg.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg usually departs at 21:05. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a direct flight, as a connecting service could push the arrival time significantly later.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Cape Town Johannesburg	Outbound 16/10/26 direct 4Z0926 02h 05min	Return 25/10/26 direct 4Z0921 02h 15min	Airlink		£129
Best option Cape Town Johannesburg	Outbound 15/10/26 direct 5Z0839 02h 00min	Return 11/11/26 direct 5Z0834 02h 15min	CemAir		£138
Cape Town Johannesburg	Outbound 15/10/26 direct FA0201 02h 05min	Return 11/11/26 direct FA0101 02h 20min	Safair		£139
Cape Town Johannesburg	Outbound 15/10/26 direct FA0215 02h 05min	Return 11/11/26 direct FA0298 02h 25min	Safair		£144
Cape Town Johannesburg	Outbound 15/10/26 direct FA0215 02h 05min	Return 11/11/26 direct FA0298 02h 25min	Safair		£145
Cape Town Johannesburg	Outbound 01/12/26 direct 5Z0839 02h 00min	Return 08/12/26 direct 5Z0830 02h 15min	CemAir	?	£149
Cape Town Johannesburg	Outbound 01/12/26 direct FA0627 02h 05min	Return 08/12/26 direct FA0592 02h 20min	Safair	?	£151
Cape Town Johannesburg	Outbound 16/10/26 direct 5Z0839 02h 00min	Return 25/10/26 direct 5Z0840 02h 15min	CemAir		£145
Cape Town Johannesburg	Outbound 01/12/26 direct FA0627 02h 05min	Return 08/12/26 direct FA0592 02h 20min	Safair		£157
Cape Town Johannesburg	Outbound 17/11/26 direct 4Z0928 02h 05min	Return 17/12/26 direct 4Z0929 02h 15min	Airlink		£173

Outbound and return from	129,00 £
Flight duration	min. 01:55 / max. 02:15
Return flight duration	min. 02:05/ max. 02:20
Distance	1272 km
Flights per week	388
Departure airport	Airport Cape Town (CPT)
Departure country	Flights from South Africa
Arrival airport	Airport Johannesburg O.R. Tambo (JNB)
Destination country	Flights to South Africa
Departure country - Arrival airport	South Africa - Johannesburg O.R. Tambo
Departure airport - Destination country	Cape Town - South Africa

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