PHL - JNB

$714 Find Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Johannesburg

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Cheapest round-trip
$1,128
Typical prices: $1,202-$1,340
Qatar Airways
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PHL - JNB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$714
Typical prices: $655-$1,278
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Tue 4/28
PHL - JNB • 3 stops
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Cheapest • from $1,128 (round-trip)
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Cheapest • Avg $1,498 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 18h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Johannesburg (PHL-JNB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Johannesburg that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Philadelphia to Johannesburg

Sun, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 21
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8:30 pm - 9:00 am
PHL
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JNB
30h 30m
1 stop
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2:45 pm - 9:00 am
JNB
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PHL
24h 15m
1 stop
$1,128Qatar Airways
Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 17
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8:30 pm - 3:20 pm
PHL
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JNB
36h 50m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
2:45 pm - 9:00 am
JNB
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PHL
24h 15m
1 stop
$1,130Qatar Airways
Wed, May 13 - Fri, May 29
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8:30 pm - 4:10 pm
PHL
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JNB
37h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
2:45 pm - 9:00 am
JNB
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PHL
24h 15m
1 stop
$1,159Qatar Airways
Fri, Sep 4 - Thu, Sep 17
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8:30 pm - 4:00 am
PHL
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JNB
25h 30m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
2:45 pm - 9:00 am
JNB
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PHL
24h 15m
1 stop
$1,168Qatar Airways
Wed, Apr 29 - Fri, May 8
Etihad Airways Logo
7:15 am - 8:15 am
PHL
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JNB
43h 00m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 am - 6:55 pm
JNB
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PHL
39h 10m
2 stops
$1,178Etihad Airways
Wed, May 13 - Thu, May 28
Qatar Airways Logo
8:30 pm - 4:10 pm
PHL
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JNB
37h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
2:45 pm - 9:00 am
JNB
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PHL
24h 15m
1 stop
$1,181Qatar Airways
Wed, May 13 - Wed, May 27
Qatar Airways Logo
8:30 pm - 4:10 pm
PHL
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JNB
37h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
2:45 pm - 9:00 am
JNB
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PHL
24h 15m
1 stop
$1,199Qatar Airways
Thu, Jul 16 - Mon, Aug 3
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9:12 am - 8:20 am
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JNB
41h 08m
2 stops
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9:50 am - 7:49 pm
JNB
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PHL
39h 59m
2 stops
$1,209Multiple Airlines
Wed, Apr 29 - Fri, May 8
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8:25 am - 8:15 am
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JNB
41h 50m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 am - 5:38 pm
JNB
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PHL
37h 53m
2 stops
$1,210Etihad Airways
Wed, May 13 - Sat, May 30
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8:30 pm - 4:10 pm
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JNB
37h 40m
1 stop
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2:45 pm - 9:00 am
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PHL
24h 15m
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$1,221Qatar Airways
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Philadelphia to Johannesburg flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Philadelphia to Johannesburg to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Philadelphia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport departing in September.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Philadelphia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is March, where tickets cost $1,150 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,615 and $1,587 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Philadelphia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Philadelphia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 7% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flight$714
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 16% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Philadelphia to Johannesburg

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Philadelphia to Johannesburg based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Philadelphia to Johannesburg flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Philadelphia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Philadelphia to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport was $714 for a one-way ticket and $1,128 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Philadelphia and Johannesburg?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Johannesburg from Philadelphia.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Philadelphia to Johannesburg?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Philadelphia to Johannesburg?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Philadelphia and Johannesburg, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Philadelphia to Johannesburg, Delta or Qatar Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Philadelphia to Johannesburg are Delta and Qatar Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,409 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. Qatar Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,110 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Philadelphia to Johannesburg?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Philadelphia to Johannesburg.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Philadelphia to Johannesburg?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Johannesburg from Philadelphia is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Philadelphia to Johannesburg?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Johannesburg with an airline and back to Philadelphia with another airline. Booking your flights between Philadelphia and JNB can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Philadelphia to Johannesburg?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Johannesburg from Philadelphia up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Philadelphia to Johannesburg

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Philadelphia to Johannesburg. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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DeltaOverall score based on 8306 reviews
7.8Entertainment
8.5Crew
7.2Food
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7.9Comfort
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Mechanical Delay of over an hour with multiple gate changes. Entertainment system down for rejuvenation.

6.0 GoodCarl, Mar 2026
ATL - ATW
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Mechanical Delay of over an hour with multiple gate changes. Entertainment system down for rejuvenation.

This was a Latam operated flight. Seats seemed a bit narrow in business class. Older aircraft.

I had a flight cancel and had it rerouted. When the rerouted they put me at a window seat instead of an isle. It was hard sitting by the window because the couple with masks on were making out. I get motion sickness which is why I need to have the isle seat.

NEVER MADE THE FLIGHT BECAUSE DELTA SAID THEY CAN NOT

THEY FAILED ME AND I NEVER GOT ON THE FLIGHT BECAUSE IT WAS SO DELAYED! I ENDED UP HAVING TO PAY OUT OF POCKET FOR A HOTEL AND STAY IN NASHVILLE TO CATCH A FLIGHT FOR THE FOLLOWING DAY. DELTA IS POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE>

8 hours late and the plane smelled like urine, that smell in the morning when your child wet the bed in the night.

My flight was canceled on Sunday. Rebooking took three hours. Had to pay for accommodations another night. New flight was delayed for 5 hours, all that was sent was a 12 dollar food voucher, which doesn’t tell you how to use it. Then when we landed we had to sit on the plane for an hour before we could get off.

Miserable. This entire round trip was miserable. I booked evening flights to and from Detroit on consecutive days that should have had me at my destination by 10:30. Instead I arrived after 3am on my flight to Detroit and after midnight on my return. Multiple unforced errors like awaiting bags to get put on the plane for almost an hour in Detroit and a 20 minute delay to pull up to the gate in Atlanta has me rethinking my assumption that delta is the best and most reliable airline

Perhaps when you’re sitting in 1st class and the crew closes the bathroom for the pilots, there could be a notification other than holding your hands up as a blockade when you get there and you’re told the restrooms are closed please turn around … especially at night when visibility is poor and you’re met by a flight attendants with their arms up

First class is comfortable. Enjoyed a movie and was able to relax compared to coach.

Extremely uncomfortable seats with very little cushioning, unable to recline enough to sleep comfortably on this 13 hour overnight flight. My body was in pain by the end.

When we checked in at the Siem Reap Airport in Cambodia, we were only given three boarding passes and told that we would have to check in with American when we arrived in Boston. This was a source of stress for us. After we landed in Boston, we had a long passage from Terminal E to Terminal B (American Airline ticketing counter). Because the electronic ticketing kiosks for check-in would not recognize our Confirmation Code, we had to wait for an hour in a long line where only two AA reps were taking care of Special Services passengers. In many years of both business and recreational travel, I have never had this experience. I would expect more from AA being in partnership with other airlines to do a better job with this.

Our experience on the Doha to Hyderabad segment was extremely stressful due to prolonged delays and a lack of clear communication from the airline. We were traveling as a family, including children, and the uncertainty around timing and next steps caused significant distress. There was very little proactive information provided during the delay, and we were not given clear written explanations about what was happening or how long it might take. This made it difficult to manage the situation, especially while caring for children in a transit environment. In addition, one member of our party was ultimately unable to continue travel, which added to the emotional strain and disruption of the trip. Overall, the experience highlighted gaps in communication, customer care, and handling of unexpected situations. We are sharing this feedback so that future passengers, especially families, are supported with clearer communication and better assistance during irregular operations.

The seat cushions are absolutely lacking, not sure if they know the passengers are traveling for 14 hours straight, but the padding made our back and butt ache like crazy. The entertainment console had its own problems, either the headphone jack wasn't working or the power outlet via usb or ac outlet was not working. Not to mention the seat handles were not adjustable in some planes in the middle or on the aisle. Qatar/Indigo may be operating a very old fleet of planes to make as much profit as possible, but passengers may not be following them for long, should this treatment of its customers continue. Qatar/Indigo, wake up and do it right by your customers, or they may not be your customers anymore.

It would help id flight crew were not rude and showed some courtesy. They were shouting at passengers and yelling instructions as if we were school children at lunch cafeteria!!

I am a big person and have back pain and swelling in my legs, so this was a challenging flight due to confined space. I didn't find the crew very friendly either. I will think twice before flying long distances with Qatar again, due to the lack of legroom.

All good. Over four hours flight if provided snacks like Qatar Airways would be better

Lobster starter in business class was not good, tough, served cold, and without butter. Movie selection was missing latest releases, did not offer older classic, high quality movies

Food was absolutely pathetic. I wasted so much food which I thought was inedible. I also loathe the inflight entertainment system which has very little content

My entire row did not have power for the full duration of a 14.5 hour flight. Could not charge any devices such as laptop or phones for the entirety of the long flight. The flight attendants tried to remedy the issue by resetting the power, but were not successful. The only other solution provided was to move me to another seat on the plane which was in the middle row. I had paid for a “preferred” seat that was a window seat. This was a downgrade being offered due to the power issue.

Experience was great - no complaints. Took off on time, landed early. Got to the gate relatively quickly - took a little bit of extra time to deplane but nothing excessive.

Business class seats felt very cramped compared to other airlines.

Economy plus was so cramped I could not use my laptop. It was beyond bad.

OK, we were delayed and had to de plane and reboard.

United is one airline which regardless of how many separate United tickets in existence, if one flight breaks down, the airline will take care of all the flights.

Both our flights were delayed. Almost didn’t get in the second flight. Staff was rude to the bone.

Both my flight where delayed Had 25min to make it to my transfer flight

Everything was on time and service on the flight was great!

Wifi Bluetooth features for watching in flight movie was horrible. Screen kept blacking out no connection of sound although it said connected. Other than that smooth trip .

The 777’s economy seat’s legroom was more tolerable than expected. I appreciate the reclining mechanism which slides the seat forward to minimize cannibalizing the space behind. The food was terrible: very salty.

It would have been nice if American tried to care.

Delayed initially because they couldn’t print the flight details. Poor instruction on delay. When I got on the plane the flight attendant argued with me about whether my carry on would fit (it did, although she didn’t acknowledge that). No greeting (other than arguing with me) getting on or off the plane.

Beverage service was not good. Also just one service in 5 hr 30 min flight. No ask fir water ir anything beside one time beverage service.

They are always late and seats was also not having working charger

Broke my luggage and I can't get a resolution yet.

My flight to London from Philadelphia was cancelled due to weather.

This flight captain and crew were amazing, started ahead of time of departure and reached 30 mins before arrival time. Amazing!

Long delays, lack of information about the status of the flight. The flight was delayed 4 times.

Everything about the flight was lovely. My only suggestion would be to offer a few more options of tv series from Apple TV or HBO.

Flight was late and boarding was confusing because gate changed and I didn’t get a notification

WiFi wasn’t available to economy until the end of the flight.

Very good staff members with sincere passion and responsibility in their job.

We paid for Business Class seats, but system did not have us and they were not available.

Very please with the seating that the Kayak staff booked for us!

Worth every penny to upgrade to BC. Treated and felt more like First Class

I paid for a very expensive Business Class seat to and from Cairo Egypt from Charleston SC. There was partnership from states to London using American Airlines. That leg was amazing. The British Airlines leg was a joke. They used the standard no leg room 3 by 3 seats. A tray was put on the middle seat. The trip was 5 hours, from London to Cairo, thus my BC purchase. There was no screen proving tv/movie options, only a small device plug. The fold down tray and the bag of peanuts were typical of normal short run flying. The one toilet was located in the galley. We all got to know each other well. This was my first and last trip with British Airlines. I now understand why they would NEVER give me a seat chart so that I could make a selection.prior to departure. It honestly would not have made a difference, there were less than 50% of occupied seats. Apparently everyone got the memo but me. I have never felt so cheated as with that trip, got to so another going back to London, yeah. I will be sending a letter to customer service and asking for a refund. I will be photos comparing the two BC legs. OH, one more thing. The FC ticket holders got bulkhead and exit row seats. I know they had to be thrilled

Good service, food and comfort in World Traveller Plus. Entertainment was poor - no wifi on the way out and barely working on the way back. Not a great choice of entertainment on the seat back tv.

Late! Late and late! More than 1hr 30mn. This sucks when it is the last of a 4 flight journey. I missed my dinner! Which is not nice on Valentine’s Day!!! But better than the gate next to us, the poor Chinese people were rebooked to the next day flight. AA had to call security as it became very heated with the passengers! It was a mess at DFW that afternoon/evening. I wish they had some food for the people who travel as part of international journey. Indigo does it in India and it is fantastic.

They had us seating down for one hour just waiting on the plane

Flying with BA is always a good experience—even in economy class. It is better if in business and first class. Timely, breeze through security and timely connections

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