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Johannesburg.$270 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 May, returning Fri, 30 May.Return flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departs from Harare on Mon, 26 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Safair departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Harare.Price includes taxes and charges.From $270, select.
Johannesburg.$286 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departs from Harare on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Safair departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Harare.Price includes taxes and charges.From $286, select.
Johannesburg.$303 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Wed, 20 Aug.Return flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departs from Harare on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Safair departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Harare.Price includes taxes and charges.From $303, select.
Johannesburg.$305 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Feb, returning Wed, 18 Feb.Return flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departs from Harare on Sat, 14 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Safair departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Harare.Price includes taxes and charges.From $305, select.
Johannesburg.$307 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Sun, 6 Jul.Return flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departs from Harare on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Safair departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in Harare.Price includes taxes and charges.From $307, select.
Johannesburg.$320 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Jun, returning Tue, 15 Jul.Return flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departs from Harare on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Safair departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Harare.Price includes taxes and charges.From $320, select.
Johannesburg.$320 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Nov, returning Mon, 17 Nov.Return flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departs from Harare on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Safair departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in Harare.Price includes taxes and charges.From $320, select.
Johannesburg.$331 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Jun, returning Fri, 13 Jun.Return flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departs from Harare on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Safair departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 13 Jun, arriving in Harare.Price includes taxes and charges.From $331, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Harare to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Harare to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from $270
Jun
from $331
Jul
from $336
Aug
from $375
Sep
from $353
Oct
from $339
Nov
from $320
Dec
from $386
Jan
from $404
Feb
from $305
Mar
from $339
Apr
from $1,254

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Harare to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$270
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 48 mins
Most popular airlineAirlink
Average flights per week144

Finding cheap flights from Harare to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Harare to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is $270. 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.
1 hour and 48 minutes is the average flight time from Harare to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
Airlink, Fastjet Zimbabwe and Hahn Air Systems fly direct from Harare to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
As of May 2025, there are 144 flights per week flying from Harare to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
The cheapest month to fly from Harare to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Harare Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on Monday, 26 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 48 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 O.R. Tambo 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.
Currently, Safair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Travelling from RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Harare and Johannesburg are in the same timezone, UTC+2.

  • Flights from HRE to JNB start from 06:10 — the first with Fastjet Zimbabwe. The last service of the day is at 18:40 with Airlink (South Africa). Overall, you can take your pick of 817 weekly RG Mugabe International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flights.

  • Your HRE to JNB flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.

  • There are plenty of direct flights from RG Mugabe International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, so getting to Johannesburg (and then exploring more of South Africa!) is simple. Top airlines that fly nonstop include:

  • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Airlink (South Africa).

  • South African Airways tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for HRE to JNB flights, with 84.47% of its services arriving as scheduled.

  • If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from RG Mugabe International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between HRE and JNB:

    • Kenneth Kaunda International Airport

    • Cape Town International Airport

    • Kigali International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • Currently, $170 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way RG Mugabe International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $270. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from HRE to JNB by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from RG Mugabe International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from HRE to JNB.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from RG Mugabe International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.

Handy information about RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)

Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • Consider staying in a hotel near JNB if you're on a late RG Mugabe International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's usual tourist stops.

  • Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.

Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport to the centre of Johannesburg has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 29 kilometres away.

  • Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from RG Mugabe International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Johannesburg in February.

  • Book your flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport for January if you want to explore Johannesburg during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HRE to JNB in July. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.

Explore more of South Africa

  • You've done Johannesburg, now it's time to explore other corners of South Africa. Travel around 18 kilometres west to Soweto to tick off its leading attractions. From Mjebha Park to Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If you're looking to explore another major destination in South Africa, head for Pretoria, about 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall are highlights.

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