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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 273
Typical prices: C$ 322-C$ 423
South African
Fri 12/10Sat 27/10
HRE - JNB • Direct
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 403
Typical prices: C$ 191-C$ 284
Eswatini Air
Sun 30/9
HRE - JNB • 1 stop
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Airlink, fastjet, and others. Average duration is 1h 47m.
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Most punctual • 98% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Harare to Johannesburg (HRE-JNB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Harare to Johannesburg

Mon, 12 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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6:10 a.m. - 7:55 a.m.HRE  Harare-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 45mdirect
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10:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HRE Harare
1h 45mdirect
C$ 273South African
Mon, 12 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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12:40 p.m. - 2:25 p.m.HRE  Harare-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 45mdirect
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6:45 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HRE Harare
23h 45m2 stops Manzini King Mswati III Intl Lusaka
C$ 426Multiple Airlines
Sun, 6 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
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7:00 p.m. - 8:50 p.m.HRE  Harare-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 50mdirect
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10:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HRE Harare
1h 45mdirect
C$ 426Multiple Airlines
Mon, 12 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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12:40 p.m. - 2:25 p.m.HRE  Harare-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 45mdirect
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6:45 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HRE Harare
23h 45m2 stops Manzini King Mswati III Intl Lusaka
C$ 427Multiple Airlines
Sun, 6 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
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7:15 p.m. - 8:15 a.m.HRE  Harare-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 00m1 stop Manzini King Mswati III Intl
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10:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HRE Harare
1h 45mdirect
C$ 454Multiple Airlines
Tue, 24 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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7:10 a.m. - 8:55 a.m.HRE  Harare-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 45mdirect
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4:10 p.m. - 5:55 p.m.JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HRE Harare
1h 45mdirect
C$ 483Airlink
Sat, 24 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
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7:10 a.m. - 8:55 a.m.HRE  Harare-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 45mdirect
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4:10 p.m. - 5:55 p.m.JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HRE Harare
1h 45mdirect
C$ 484Airlink
Sun, 20 Dec - Sun, 20 Dec
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8:50 a.m. - 10:35 a.m.HRE  Harare-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 45mdirect
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4:10 p.m. - 5:55 p.m.JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HRE Harare
1h 45mdirect
C$ 557Airlink
Thu, 8 Oct - Sat, 10 Oct
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10:50 a.m. - 12:35 p.m.HRE  Harare-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 45mdirect
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6:20 a.m. - 8:05 a.m.JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HRE Harare
1h 45mdirect
C$ 557Airlink
Wed, 7 Oct - Sat, 10 Oct
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8:50 a.m. - 10:35 a.m.HRE  Harare-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 45mdirect
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2:40 p.m. - 4:25 p.m.JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HRE Harare
1h 45mdirect
C$ 557Airlink
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Round-trip flights from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport start at C$ 273. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 322 to C$ 423. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 273 on South African.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and is 2% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 3% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

  • July is the cheapest month to fly from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at C$ 328 round-trip.
  • December (C$ 442) and May (C$ 378) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 34% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Harare to Johannesburg

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

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Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

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Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Key details for Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

C$ 403
Best time to beat the crowds (4% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flights from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Harare to Johannesburg

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Your Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Are there places I can sleep when at JNB?

    If you are taking a flight out of JNB, you have a variety of lodging options in and around the airport. Some of the sleeping areas are the Departure Level of Terminal B, the International Departures, and the empty restaurant benches in Terminal B. There are also some places where you can pay to stay, like the Protea Hotel Transit OR Tambo Airport, which is at the International Terminal, the Intercontinental Hotel Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, which is located very close to the International Arrivals Hall, the Southern Sun OR Tambo Airport, which is close to the airport's main building, and the City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport, which is located above level 5, Parkade 2, above multi-story buildings.

  • What transport options are available to get to HRE?

    Transportation options for getting to HRE include car rental services for travelers who prefer to drive themselves and taxis.

  • Where are the airport lounges located in JNB?

    If you are looking for a place where you can go and chill as you wait to board your plane, there are a number of airport lounges that are conveniently located to suit your needs. The International Lounges located in Terminal A include: Shongololo Lounge at Airside, Mashonzha Lounge at Airside, Bidvest Premier Lounge at the Upper Mezzanine Level and the Aspire Lounge. The Domestic Lunges at Terminal B include the Bidvest Sky Lounge and the Bidvest Premier Lounge.

  • Where are the travel assistance offices in HRE?

    A few travel companies have offices in the International Passenger Terminal at Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (Harare), including LED Travel and Tours, which provides car-rental services and Traverze Travel.

  • Where can I get travel assistance offices in HRE?

    A few travel companies with offices at the airport may be able to help if you are passing through Harare and need assistance with booking a very last-minute trip abroad. Traverze Travel, LED Travel, and Tours.

  • Where are the airport lounges located in JNB?

    International lounges include Shongololo Lounge, Bidvest Premier Lounge and Mashonzha Lounge at Airside in Terminal A. Another Bidvest Premier Lounge and the ORT Sky Lounge are both located in the domestic departures terminal.

  • Which transport options can I use to travel to HRE?

    There are a number of transportation options that you may pick when going to the airport depending on your budget and convenience. One of the transportation options you can consider is the use of car rental services which you can choose if you want to drive yourself. Taxis are also another option and are convenient since they can pick you from anywhere in town and at any time of the day or night.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights:

    • FlySafair: offers free seat selection
    • fastjet: offers free seat selection
    • Airlink: offers free seat selection
    • Cemair: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    5 airlines operate flights between Harare and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Airlink
    • fastjet
    • FlySafair
    • South African
    • Cemair

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Harare (HRE) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • FlySafair: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • fastjet: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Airlink: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Direct fares average C$ 361 round-trip, compared to C$ 573 via a layover through Kigali Intl (KGL).

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 19–C$ 139 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The Embraer ERJ-145 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by fastjet. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through Kigali Intl (KGL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 6% on the Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 353 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at C$ 373, a difference of C$ 19. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport route, 9% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 38 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, with 47% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 38%, Afternoon flights for 15%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:47 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:20 pm and lands at 9:07 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 47m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 8% above the route average of C$ 361. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long does a flight from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport take?

    A direct flight from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 1h 47m, covering 1,541 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 503, which is 120% above the typical average for this route.

  • How does South African's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    South African is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Cemair has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights are:

    • South African: 98% on time
    • Cemair: 97% on time
    • FlySafair: 96% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 91% of the time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • What car rental options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 9 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • Alamo
    • Sixt

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from C$ 322 to C$ 423, with an average of C$ 361 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 322 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average C$ 353 – about C$ 19 less than Thursday (5% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 19% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for July. Fares historically average C$ 328 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 114 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, South African is the strongest pick on this route. 98% of South African flights from Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 91%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour38 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
    - Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    - Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    - Aero Guest Lodge
  • If you need help or have a question for the information desk, go to the areas near the international departures and arrivals in Terminal A or the domestic departures and arrivals in Terminal B of Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport (JNB).
  • If you need help or have a question at Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport (JNB), head to the information desk near international departures and arrivals in Terminal A or domestic departures and arrivals in Terminal B.
  • There are 3 coffee shops located in Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE) where you can go and grab a drink before you board your flight.
  • If you're going through JNB with kids, take them to one of the two public observation decks to watch planes land and take off. One is in the International Terminal, Terminal A, on the fourth floor of the northern wing and the other is in the Domestic Terminal, Terminal B.
  • There are luggage wrapping services available in the airport at HRE that you could use if you want to secure your bags before taking off.
  • Head to the Menzies Shongololo Lounge in the international departures terminal at JNB.
  • If you're going through JNB with kids, you may bring them to the observation deck where they can watch planes land and take off from either of the two decks that are open to the public. The International Terminal, Terminal A, and the Domestic Terminal, Terminal B, each have one of them on the fourth floor.
  • You can use the shower facilities in the Shongolo and Ses'fikile Lounges at JNB to refresh yourself after your flight.

Prefer to fly direct from Harare to Johannesburg?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Harare Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Harare to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Johannesburg OR Tambo to Harare

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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