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Cheapest round-trip
$706
Typical prices: $725-$974
Etihad Airways
Sun 11/11Sun 11/18
JNB - FRA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$731
Typical prices: $776-$1,083
Condor
Sat 11/3Fri 11/9
JNB - FRA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Lufthansa and Condor. Average duration is 10h 54m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 93% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 15% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 11% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $582 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 13h 42m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main (JNB-FRA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 am - 6:00 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-FRA Frankfurt am Main
21h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:55 am - 8:25 amFRA  Frankfurt am Main-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$706Etihad Airways
Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1
Qatar Airways Logo
1:45 pm - 1:20 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-FRA Frankfurt am Main
24h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
10:05 pm - 3:35 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$720Qatar Airways
Sat, Oct 17 - Sun, Oct 25
Air Algerie Logo
8:40 pm - 2:15 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-FRA Frankfurt am Main
17h 35m2 stops Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl Algiers Houari Boumediene
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2:25 pm - 8:50 amFRA  Frankfurt am Main-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 25m1 stop Algiers Houari Boumediene
$721Air Algerie
Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9
Condor Logo
7:40 pm - 5:55 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-FRA Frankfurt am Main
11h 15mnonstop
Condor Logo
8:15 pm - 8:15 amFRA  Frankfurt am Main-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
11h 00mnonstop
$731Condor
Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 11
Condor Logo
7:40 pm - 5:55 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-FRA Frankfurt am Main
11h 15mnonstop
Condor Logo
8:20 pm - 8:20 amFRA  Frankfurt am Main-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
11h 00mnonstop
$731Condor
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
Lufthansa Logo
7:45 pm - 5:30 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-FRA Frankfurt am Main
10h 45mnonstop
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8:15 pm - 9:55 amFRA  Frankfurt am Main-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$754Lufthansa
Fri, Dec 18 - Sun, Dec 27
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:20 am - 9:30 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-FRA Frankfurt am Main
34h 10m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:50 am - 10:25 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 35m1 stop Istanbul
$755Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 18
Lufthansa Logo
7:45 pm - 5:30 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-FRA Frankfurt am Main
10h 45mnonstop
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8:15 pm - 9:55 amFRA  Frankfurt am Main-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$759Lufthansa
Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Dec 5
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:20 am - 10:10 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-FRA Frankfurt am Main
22h 50m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 10:25 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 10m1 stop Istanbul
$765Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 10
Qatar Airways Logo
1:45 pm - 6:50 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-FRA Frankfurt am Main
18h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
3:00 pm - 3:15 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$813Qatar Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport typically range from $725 to $974. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $706, on Etihad Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport at $725 round-trip.
•July ($973) and August ($884) 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 flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 15% 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 Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main

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

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on Lufthansa and JNB

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.

Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on FRA

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.

Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$352
Beat the crowds with an average 48% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 67% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport

When to book flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main

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

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:35 pm and lands at 5:29 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:45 pm and lands at 6:39 am.

    The flight takes about 10h 54m.

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

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport:

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

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport takes 10h 54m, covering 5,396 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport range from $725 to $974, with an average of $818 over the past 12 months. Anything below $725 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 3% above the $818 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $582 round-trip via Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG), compared to $912 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $65–$100 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    The Boeing 747-8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Lufthansa and South African. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-900neo variants.

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

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main 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 $706 to $6,274. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights:

    • Lufthansa
    • South African

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $542, which is 9% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)?

    Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $11 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Wheego
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport route, 7% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 40m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $783 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $871, a difference of $88.

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

  • What airlines fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Frankfurt am Main Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Lufthansa
    • Condor

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

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 42m, compared with 13h 45m via Zurich (ZRH) and 14h 44m via Madrid Barajas (MAD).

  • What popular places can I visit in Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Frankfurt am Main Airport are Römerberg, Oper Frankfurt and Konstablerwache. These are among the most viewed places in Frankfurt am Main Airport on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights:

    • Condor: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Lufthansa: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

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

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

    • Condor: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • South African: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $783, about $88 less than Friday fares (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 15% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $725 round-trip in that month - typically $248 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Lufthansa. Over the past three months, 93% of Lufthansa flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 93%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 40m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $582 round-trip on this route - about $330 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Frankfurt am Main Airport.

    • Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel and Conference Center
    • Intercityhotel Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3
    • Meininger Hotel Frankfurt Main / Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Johannesburg to Frankfurt am Main?

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

Direct departures

Johannesburg OR Tambo to Frankfurt am Main

Monday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Tuesday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Wednesday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Thursday

Lufthansa,Condor

Lufthansa,Condor

Friday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Saturday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Sunday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

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Direct returns

Frankfurt am Main to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Monday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Tuesday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Wednesday

Lufthansa,Condor

Lufthansa,Condor

Thursday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Friday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Saturday

Condor,Lufthansa

Condor,Lufthansa

Sunday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

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