Question 1

How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town typically takes around 2 hours 15 minutes. This makes the direct service the fastest and most convenient way to travel between Johannesburg and Cape Town. It is worth checking flight times when searching, as these can vary by airline and travel date.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town, with an average of around 27 to 28 flights per day, operated by, among others, Safair, South African Airways and FlexFlight. If you want to travel without a stopover, it is worth filtering specifically for direct flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town are operated by, among others, Safair, South African Airways and FlexFlight. These services take you to Cape Town 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 Johannesburg to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town 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 Johannesburg to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

From Johannesburg to Cape Town there are on average around 27 to 28 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 Johannesburg to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

From Johannesburg to Cape Town there are around 192 to 193 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 Johannesburg to Cape Town depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town usually departs at 06:05. 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 Cape Town.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town usually departs at 20:35. 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
Johannesburg Cape Town	Outbound 01/12/26 direct 4Z0937 02h 15min	Return 08/12/26 direct 4Z0932 02h 05min	Airlink		£130
Best option Johannesburg Cape Town	Outbound 01/12/26 direct 5Z0834 02h 15min	Return 08/12/26 direct 5Z0843 02h 00min	CemAir		£146
Johannesburg Cape Town	Outbound 17/11/26 direct FA0125 02h 15min	Return 17/12/26 direct FA0701 02h 05min	Safair		£142
Johannesburg Cape Town	Outbound 01/12/26 direct FA0592 02h 20min	Return 08/12/26 direct FA0627 02h 05min	Safair	?	£146
Johannesburg Cape Town	Outbound 01/12/26 direct 5Z0834 02h 15min	Return 08/12/26 direct 5Z0843 02h 00min	CemAir	?	£148
Johannesburg Cape Town	Outbound 01/12/26 direct 4Z0929 02h 15min	Return 08/12/26 direct 4Z0950 02h 05min	Airlink		£148
Johannesburg Cape Town	Outbound 17/11/26 direct 5Z0834 02h 15min	Return 17/12/26 direct 5Z0839 02h 00min	CemAir		£145
Johannesburg Cape Town	Outbound 17/11/26 direct 4Z0929 02h 15min	Return 17/12/26 direct 4Z0922 02h 05min	Airlink		£147
Johannesburg Cape Town	Outbound 17/11/26 direct 4Z0929 02h 15min	Return 17/12/26 direct 4Z0922 02h 05min	Airlink		£150
Johannesburg Cape Town	Outbound 16/10/26 direct FA0806 02h 15min	Return 25/10/26 direct 5Z0831 02h 00min	Safair		£148

Outbound and return from	130,00 £
Flight duration	min. 02:05 / max. 02:20
Return flight duration	min. 01:55/ max. 02:15
Distance	1272 km
Flights per week	388
Departure airport	Airport Johannesburg O.R. Tambo (JNB)
Departure country	Flights from South Africa
Arrival airport	Airport Cape Town (CPT)
Destination country	Flights to South Africa
Departure country - Arrival airport	South Africa - Cape Town
Departure airport - Destination country	Johannesburg O.R. Tambo - South Africa

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