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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Frankfurt am Main to Johannesburg? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Johannesburg.C$643 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 16, returning Sun, Jul 13.Round-trip flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departing from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, Jun 16, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Condor departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, Jul 13, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$643, select.
Johannesburg.C$753 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 16, returning Tue, Jun 24.Round-trip flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departing from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, Jun 16, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Condor departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, Jun 24, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$753, select.
Johannesburg.C$753 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 16, returning Thu, Dec 4.Round-trip flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departing from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, Jun 16, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Condor departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, Dec 4, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$753, select.
Johannesburg.C$769 per passenger.Departing Mon, Dec 8, returning Sun, Dec 21.Round-trip flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departing from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, Dec 8, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Condor departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, Dec 21, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$769, select.
Johannesburg.C$785 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 6, returning Sun, Sep 21.Round-trip flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departing from Frankfurt am Main on Sat, Sep 6, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Condor departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, Sep 21, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$785, select.
Johannesburg.C$805 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 23, returning Tue, Nov 11.Round-trip flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departing from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, Oct 23, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, Nov 11, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$805, select.
Johannesburg.C$816 per passenger.Departing Thu, Aug 21, returning Fri, Sep 5.Round-trip flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departing from Frankfurt am Main on Thu, Aug 21, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Condor departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, Sep 5, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$816, select.
Johannesburg.C$816 per passenger.Departing Sat, Nov 22, returning Sun, Dec 14.Round-trip flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departing from Frankfurt am Main on Sat, Nov 22, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound direct flight with Condor departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, Dec 14, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$816, 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 C$753
Jul
from C$910
Aug
from C$942
Sep
from C$785
Oct
from C$894
Nov
from C$834
Dec
from C$769
Jan
from C$818
Feb
from C$818
Mar
from C$866
Apr
from C$1,119
May
from C$1,074

Direct flights from Frankfurt am Main to Johannesburg

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Frankfurt to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$643
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time10 hrs, 38 mins
Most popular airlineAir Canada
Average flights per week48

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 round-trip flight from Frankfurt am Main to Johannesburg is C$643. 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 38 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.
There are 48 flights per week flying from Frankfurt am Main to Johannesburg, as of June 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to Johannesburg is usually June 2025.
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 center of Johannesburg. We've found flights to this airport from C$643.
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 Monday, June 16, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 38 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, Condor offers the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg.

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

  • Expect to be in the air for 10 hours 50 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Johannesburg.

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

  • With ten departures a week between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the busiest route. Catch Condor's 19:30 flight to get your trip from FRA to JNB underway.

  • For a relaxed start to your FRA to Johannesburg flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • If you're flying during a public holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.

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

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

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from FRA to Johannesburg. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • FRA is about 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Johannesburg? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near FRA:

  • 67.47% of flights that leave from Frankfurt Airport reach their destination on time.

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

  • C$600 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Johannesburg flight. A return flight ticket starts at C$643. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.

  • To secure cheap flights from FRA to Johannesburg, book your trip one month before your departure.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Frankfurt Airport to Johannesburg tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from FRA to Johannesburg couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Frankfurt Airport to Johannesburg.

Airports in Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to the centre of Johannesburg takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 29 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt Airport to Johannesburg, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near JNB:

  • Grab an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and explore Johannesburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are well-known companies you can book with here.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks before your flight from FRA to Johannesburg.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

  • Once your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Johannesburg has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near HLA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your FRA to Johannesburg flight:

  • First - Car Rental, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz make picking up a Lanseria International Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.

  • Snap up the best price by securing your ride from HLA four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Johannesburg

  • Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Johannesburg. The city buzzes during peak season, but rates are generally higher and major attractions can be crowded. Go to Johannesburg in the low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.

  • The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Frankfurt Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FRA to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).

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 Frankfurt Airport to Johannesburg, browse our range of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Maboneng Precinct, Constitution Hill and Johannesburg Zoo are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Johannesburg itinerary.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Pietermaritzburg is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be explored after you've seen Johannesburg. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.

  • Around 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg, Bloemfontein is another favourite stop in South Africa. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum.

Plan the rest of your trip from Frankfurt to Johannesburg

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