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Cheapest round-trip
$1,010
Typical prices: $1,131-$1,681
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/19Fri 11/16
BOS - JNB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$640
Typical prices: $697-$1,038
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/18
BOS - JNB • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Boston and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
14 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 25% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg $1,143 (round-trip)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 19h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Boston to Johannesburg (BOS-JNB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Boston to Johannesburg

Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29
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9:50 am - 12:25 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 35m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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5:00 pm - 1:43 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOS Boston Logan Intl
27h 43m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,010Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Nov 16
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9:46 am - 3:50 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 04m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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5:00 pm - 10:41 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOS Boston Logan Intl
24h 41m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,010Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 24
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9:10 am - 3:50 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 40m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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5:00 pm - 11:10 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOS Boston Logan Intl
25h 10m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,013Kenya Airways
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22
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9:10 am - 12:25 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 15m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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5:25 am - 11:10 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOS Boston Logan Intl
36h 45m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,015Kenya Airways
Thu, Feb 25 - Fri, Mar 12
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3:40 pm - 8:25 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 am - 2:10 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOS Boston Logan Intl
35h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,026Etihad Airways
Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 24
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3:40 pm - 8:25 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 am - 2:10 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOS Boston Logan Intl
35h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,061Etihad Airways
Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 24
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8:00 pm - 11:00 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 00m1 stop Istanbul
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6:50 pm - 6:05 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOS Boston Logan Intl
30h 15m1 stop Istanbul
$1,133Turkish Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Dec 30
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8:00 pm - 10:55 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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12:20 am - 6:05 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOS Boston Logan Intl
24h 45m1 stop Istanbul
$1,160Turkish Airlines
Sat, Feb 20 - Tue, Mar 16
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7:30 am - 7:10 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 40m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:20 pm - 12:39 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOS Boston Logan Intl
21h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,229Delta
Fri, Feb 19 - Sun, Mar 14
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1:10 pm - 7:10 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 00m2 stops Newark Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:55 pm - 3:12 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOS Boston Logan Intl
21h 17m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$1,264Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Boston to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Boston to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Boston to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Boston to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at $1,014 round-trip.
•December ($1,759) and July ($1,552) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 73% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Boston to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Boston to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Boston to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$640
Beat the crowds with an average 47% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 206% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Boston to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Boston to Johannesburg

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Boston to Johannesburg based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Boston to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Boston to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Boston to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Boston to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Boston to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 00m, covering 7,857 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Boston 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 much should I expect to pay for a Boston to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Boston to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from $1,131 to $1,681, with an average of $1,360 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,131 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 12% above the $1,360 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Boston to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,010 to $9,147. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Boston to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $776, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 $7 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • Alamo
    • Sixt

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

    Flights from Boston to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Boston Logan Intl (BOS) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

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

    One-stop flights from Boston to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly connect through:

    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Boston to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,197 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,536, a difference of $339.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Boston to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 05m, compared with 20h 31m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 21h 08m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Boston and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 6 hours ahead of Boston (South Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Sandton Convention Centre, Nelson Mandela Square and Gold Reef City. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

  • Can I access car rental services at JNB airport?

    Yes. Travelers landing at JNB airport can access rental car services offered by BLUU, Europcar, Tempest, Woodford, Select Car & Van Rental, First and Capital car hire agencies. The car rental desks are in the multi-story parking lot near the domestic terminal.

  • Which lounges are accessible at JNB airport?

    OR Tambo airport hosts several international lounges accessible by passengers. Travelers with Priority Pass can go to Aspire Lounge near gate A7. Business class passengers should consider British Airways Galleries Club on the mezzanine floor of Terminal A as it offers business facilities, showers and snacks. There is also the Shongololo Lounge in Terminal A where you can gain entry by paying at the door.

  • Which parking facilities are available at BOS airport?

    BOS airport has several parking facilities designated for travelers. There are three terminal garages connected to the terminals via moving walkways. The central parking lot offers short-term parking services and is found in the center of the airport, linked to the terminals by bridges. Budget-sensitive people can use the economy parking lot found a bit far from the terminals and offers extended stays.

  • How can I get to BOS airport from downtown Boston?

    Getting to BOS airport from downtown Boston is relatively easy and taking the train is an excellent option as it is an accessible and cost-effective mode of transportation. The MBTA subway services from Park Street station in downtown Boston to Logan Airport’s Blue line Airport station.

Your guide to booking Boston 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 and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,197, about $339 less than Saturday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Boston to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $1,014 round-trip in that month - typically $745 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • 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
  • Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) has a children's play area called Kidports where you can take your kids to have fun and burn their energy before flying out. They are fitted with kids' play structures including an airport control tower and are found in terminals 3 and 4. Family restrooms are also available within the terminals.
  • Travelers with pets will appreciate flying out through BOS airport as it is a pet-friendly airport. It allows traveling animals and has outdoor pet relief areas outside each terminal which are fenced for safety and have a grassy area and water fountain. You can also take your furry friend to the indoor pet relief area inside the secure space next to gate E7.
  • BOS airport accommodates traveling mothers by providing convenient baby care facilities. Mamava suites offer privacy and comfort if you want to breastfeed your baby or pump breast milk. They feature electrical outlets, comfortable seating and sinks and are located in Terminal A beside each restroom, Terminal B near gate B37and between gate C8 of Terminal C and E1 of Terminal E.
  • OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) is ideal for corporate travelers as they will access numerous business facilities. The airport hosts the Premier Conference Center, which has various meeting rooms, seminar facilities and conference rooms for about 120 people. This facility is located in the domestic terminal. Faxing, photocopying and printing services are also available here.
  • Travelers with special needs will be catered to at JNB airport as it offers modified facilities to cater to passengers with reduced mobility. Passengers with hidden disabilities who require special assistance can notify their airline before landing at the airport. Wheelchairs, adapted toilets, elevators, braille signage and ramps are available throughout the airport.

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