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Flight deals from Frankfurt am Main to Johannesburg

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Johannesburg? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,213. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Johannesburg.$944 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun, returning Sun, 5 Jul.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $944, select.
Johannesburg.$944 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan, returning Wed, 27 Jan.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $944, select.
Johannesburg.$944 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Jun, returning Mon, 1 Feb.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $944, select.
Johannesburg.$944 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 May, returning Thu, 20 May.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, 6 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 20 May, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $944, select.
Johannesburg.$944 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb, returning Sun, 7 Feb.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 7 Feb, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $944, select.
Johannesburg.$944 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Apr, returning Tue, 4 May.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, 6 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 4 May, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $944, select.
Johannesburg.$944 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Jan, returning Sat, 6 Feb.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sat, 23 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $944, select.
Johannesburg.$944 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Jun, returning Sun, 14 Jun.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, 11 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 14 Jun, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $944, select.
Johannesburg.$944 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov, returning Tue, 22 Dec.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $944, select.
Johannesburg.$945 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Fri, 22 Jan.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $945, select.
Johannesburg.$972 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $972, select.
Johannesburg.$972 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Jun, returning Tue, 16 Jun.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $972, select.
Johannesburg.$972 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Jun, returning Tue, 14 Jul.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $972, select.
Johannesburg.$1,003 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Wed, 25 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,003, select.
Johannesburg.$1,003 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Wed, 16 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,003, select.
Johannesburg.$1,004 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep, returning Thu, 8 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,004, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Johannesburg

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Frankfurt am Main to Johannesburg flights are currently cheapest in June.
Jun
from $944
Jul
from $1,208
Aug
from $1,126
Sep
from $1,003
Oct
from $1,168
Nov
from $1,082
Dec
from $1,029
Jan
from $944
Feb
from $944
Mar
from $1,168
Apr
from $1,076
May
from $944

Direct flights from Frankfurt am Main to Johannesburg

Alternative Frankfurt am Main to Johannesburg routes

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

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

22km from central Johannesburg
ClosestCheapest
from $944
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Lanseria

33km from central Johannesburg
from $1,383
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Frankfurt to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$944
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time10 hrs, 42 mins
Most popular airlineAir Canada
Average flights per week108

Finding cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Johannesburg is $944. 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.
10 hours and 42 minutes is the average flight time from Frankfurt am Main to Johannesburg.
Air Canada, South African Airways and Lufthansa fly direct from Frankfurt am Main to Johannesburg.
As of June 2026, there are 108 flights per week flying from Frankfurt am Main to Johannesburg.
The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Johannesburg is usually April.
If you're flying from Frankfurt am Main 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 $944.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Johannesburg on Tuesday, 6 April 2027.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 42 minutes.
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 June, 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, KLM and Condor offer the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg.

Travelling from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Johannesburg: what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Johannesburg is 10 hours 55 minutes.

  • Frankfurt Airport is located in Frankfurt. Based in the UTC+2 timezone, Johannesburg is one hour ahead of Frankfurt.

  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the most popular route, with ten flights a week to choose from. You can fly from FRA to JNB at 19:30 with Condor.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your FRA to Johannesburg flight.

  • During popular months such as September, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • You can book a direct Frankfurt Airport to Johannesburg ticket. Start your trip at FRA and land at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).

  • Get on board with Lufthansa. This airline offers direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Johannesburg.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from FRA to Johannesburg, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • FRA is around 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 20 minutes.

  • In search of a hotel close to FRA? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Johannesburg, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:

  • Of the flights that depart from Frankfurt Airport, 74% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Johannesburg

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Johannesburg flight is $638. The cheapest price for a return flight is $947. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from FRA to Johannesburg. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.

  • If you have flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for your Frankfurt Airport to Johannesburg ticket.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from FRA to Johannesburg by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Save on your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Johannesburg with the help of our filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Johannesburg

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • The distance from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is roughly 26 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.

  • Look into staying at a hotel close to JNB if you have a late flight from Frankfurt Airport to Johannesburg. Check in to one of these options and make arrival day easier:

  • Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from FRA to Johannesburg.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

  • The centre of Johannesburg is located around 40 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA). Once your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Johannesburg has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 45 minutes.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 15 minutes or so.

  • After stepping off your FRA to Johannesburg flight, unwind at a hotel close to HLA. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at HLA can help you lock in a better rate.

Best time to go to Johannesburg

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Johannesburg, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • Before booking a Frankfurt Airport to Johannesburg plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • July has average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from FRA to Johannesburg around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Johannesburg

  • After booking your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Johannesburg, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Johannesburg:

  • Nelson Mandela Statue and Apartheid Museum are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Johannesburg itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Top of Africa.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Johannesburg is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of South Africa waiting to be explored. Around 451 kilometres southeast of Johannesburg, a trip to Pietermaritzburg will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Sri Siva Soobramoiniar And Marriamen Temples, KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden and Butterflies for Africa.

  • If you're ready to explore another side of South Africa, consider Bloemfontein, roughly 370 kilometres southwest of Johannesburg. Naval Hill Planetarium, Naval Hill Nature Reserve and Kings Park Rose Garden are key highlights.

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