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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Atlanta to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Johannesburg.R 8,124 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Mar.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,124, select.
Johannesburg.R 9,352 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Apr.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,352, select.
Johannesburg.R 9,484 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,484, select.
Johannesburg.R 10,601 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,601, select.
Johannesburg.R 11,627 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Feb.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Fri, 27 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,627, select.
Johannesburg.R 12,157 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,157, select.
Johannesburg.R 12,643 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,643, select.
Johannesburg.R 13,129 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,129, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta 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 Atlanta to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
from R 11,627
Mar
from R 8,124
Apr
from R 9,352
May
from R 9,484
Jun
from R 12,643
Jul
from R 12,157
Aug
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Sep
from R 10,601
Oct
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Nov
from R 13,129
Dec
from R 15,021
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Atlanta to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Alternative routes

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Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

22km from central Johannesburg
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Lanseria

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Atlanta to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 8,124
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time15 hrs, 18 mins
Most popular airlineVirgin Atlantic
Average flights per week13

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Atlanta to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is R 15,325. 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.
15 hours and 18 minutes is the average flight time from Atlanta to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
Virgin Atlantic and Delta fly direct from Atlanta to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
As of February 2026, there are 13 flights per week flying from Atlanta to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
The cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Atlanta to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on Wednesday, 26 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 15 hours and 18 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.

Flying from Atlanta to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): What you need to know

  • Planning your trip begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Atlanta. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Atlanta to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) jetting off from here.

  • The average time for a direct Atlanta to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight is 15 hours 20 minutes.

  • The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2, which is six hours ahead of Atlanta. O.R. Tambo International Airport is located in Johannesburg.

  • Take your pick of 6 direct services a week between Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). This is the most popular route, with Delta Air Lines offering a 8:50pm departure from ATL to JNB.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Atlanta to JNB.

  • If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.

Airports in Atlanta

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

  • Reach your destination without the detour from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Direct flights from Atlanta to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) can be booked from here.

  • You'll find a direct flight from Atlanta to O.R. Tambo International Airport with Delta Air Lines. This popular carrier operates services from ATL.

  • The airline with the highest booking numbers between ATL and JNB is Delta Air Lines.

  • Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 68.33% of its services landing on schedule.

  • We make it easy to find cheap flights from Atlanta to JNB that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between ATL and JNB include:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

    • Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)

  • ATL is around 18 kilometres from central Atlanta. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • In search of a convenient hotel close to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Atlanta to O.R. Tambo International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

  • 76.64% of flights that take off from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.

About O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

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

  • Central Johannesburg is roughly 23 kilometres from O.R. Tambo International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.

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

  • R 8,124 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to O.R. Tambo International Airport. A return flight starts at R 15,325. These fares may change based on availability.

  • Book three months before travelling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Atlanta to JNB.

  • Organise your trip for August. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Atlanta to O.R. Tambo International Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Stay on top of deals for plane tickets from Atlanta to JNB by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Atlanta to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Pick the departure times, airlines and number of stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.

The best time to fly from Atlanta to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Atlanta to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Johannesburg based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • Lock in an Atlanta to JNB plane ticket departing in January if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Johannesburg to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • July sees temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Atlanta to O.R. Tambo International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Johannesburg

  • Start your Johannesburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Atlanta to O.R. Tambo International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Apartheid Museum, Top of Africa and Constitution Hill are popular attractions which should be on every Johannesburg itinerary.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Welkom is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Johannesburg. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Up Town Park, Voortrekker Memorial, Welkom and mandela park.

  • If you're looking to explore another corner of South Africa, head for Newcastle, roughly 241 kilometres south-east of Johannesburg. Roman Catholic Church: Christ The King, Jaami Masjid and Newcastle Central Jungle Gym park are key highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Atlanta to Johannesburg

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