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Cheapest round-trip
$1,316
Typical prices: $1,726-$2,333
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/9Fri 3/23
MSP - JNB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$762
Typical prices: $1,046-$1,572
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/28
MSP - JNB • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Minneapolis and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
11 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 35% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 18% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Newark (EWR)
Cheapest • Avg $1,681 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 20h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to Johannesburg (MSP-JNB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Minneapolis to Johannesburg

Tue, Mar 9 - Tue, Mar 23
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7:05 am - 8:25 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
41h 20m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 am - 9:56 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
43h 06m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,316Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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8:00 am - 10:25 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 25m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Istanbul
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6:50 pm - 2:12 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
27h 22m2 stops Istanbul Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,424Turkish Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 31
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10:33 am - 4:00 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 27m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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8:20 pm - 12:59 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
35h 39m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,471Qatar Airways
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 31
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2:12 pm - 4:00 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 48m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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8:20 pm - 12:59 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
35h 39m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,478Qatar Airways
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13
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6:00 am - 1:30 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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2:30 pm - 12:12 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
28h 42m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,592Ethiopian Air
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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6:00 am - 1:30 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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10:50 pm - 9:03 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
41h 13m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome Newark
$1,594Ethiopian Air
Tue, Mar 9 - Tue, Mar 23
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7:20 pm - 10:00 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
42h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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11:59 pm - 3:55 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
22h 56m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$2,097KLM
Wed, Dec 30 - Tue, Mar 30
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9:20 pm - 10:00 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
40h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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11:15 pm - 4:38 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
24h 23m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$2,136KLM
Thu, Dec 10 - Sat, Dec 26
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9:48 am - 6:35 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 47m1 stop Newark
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10:00 pm - 9:38 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
31h 38m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$2,390United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 28
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10:22 am - 6:35 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 13m1 stop Newark
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10:00 pm - 10:20 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
44h 20m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$2,554United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Minneapolis to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at $1,652 round-trip.
•July ($2,381) and December ($2,326) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 44% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Minneapolis to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 35% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Minneapolis to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$762
Beat the crowds with an average 41% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 152% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Minneapolis to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Minneapolis to Johannesburg

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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

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

    Prices vary by airline.

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

    A nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 00m, covering 8,975 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from $1,726 to $2,333, with an average of $2,013 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,726 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 18% above the $2,013 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Minneapolis 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 $1,316 to $12,909. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Minneapolis to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $2,211, which is 85% above 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 Minneapolis to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights from Minneapolis to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

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

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

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 66% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Minneapolis to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,884 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $2,233, a difference of $349.

    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 Minneapolis to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 20h 59m, compared with 21h 28m via Newark (EWR) and 22h 11m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 7 hours ahead of Minneapolis (South Africa Time vs Central 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.

Your guide to booking Minneapolis 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,884, about $349 less than Saturday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 35% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Minneapolis to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $1,652 round-trip in that month - typically $729 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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

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