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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Accra Airport to Johannesburg? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs169,914. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Johannesburg.Rs131,933 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Accra on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs131,933, select.

Johannesburg.Rs135,987 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Accra on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs135,987, select.

Johannesburg.Rs136,367 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Nov.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Accra on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs136,367, select.

Johannesburg.Rs136,453 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Accra on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs136,453, select.

Johannesburg.Rs142,086 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Dec.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Accra on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs142,086, select.

Johannesburg.Rs143,436 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Accra on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs143,436, select.

Johannesburg.Rs167,686 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Feb.One-way flight with ASKY Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with ASKY Airlines, departs from Accra on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs167,686, select.

Johannesburg.Rs168,624 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Accra on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs168,624, select.

Johannesburg.Rs187,735 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Accra on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs187,735, select.

Johannesburg.Rs199,384 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug.One-way flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Accra on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs199,384, select.

Johannesburg.Rs199,546 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul.One-way flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Accra on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs199,546, select.

Johannesburg.Rs202,320 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 May.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Accra on Thu, 6 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs202,320, select.

Johannesburg.Rs202,434 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Apr.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Accra on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs202,434, select.

Johannesburg.Rs240,307 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct.One-way flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Accra on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs240,307, select.

Johannesburg.Rs259,929 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep.One-way flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Accra on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs259,929, select.

Johannesburg.Rs261,606 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar.One-way flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Accra on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs261,606, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Accra to Johannesburg

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Direct flights from Accra to Johannesburg

Alternative Accra to Johannesburg routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Accra to Johannesburg? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

22km from central Johannesburg

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from Rs131,933

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Lanseria

32km from central Johannesburg

from Rs191,777

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Accra to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	Rs131,933
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	5 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airline	South African Airways
Average flights per week	18

Finding cheap flights from Accra to Johannesburg: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Johannesburg?

There are 2 airports in Johannesburg: Johannesburg O.R. Tambo and Lanseria.

How much are return flights from Accra to Johannesburg?

The best price we found for a return flight from Accra to Johannesburg is Rs167,981. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Accra to Johannesburg?

5 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Accra to Johannesburg.

Which airlines fly direct from Accra to Johannesburg?

South African Airways flies direct from Accra to Johannesburg.

How many flights are there a week from Accra to Johannesburg?

As of July 2026, there are 18 flights per week flying from Accra to Johannesburg.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Accra to Johannesburg?

The cheapest month to fly from Accra to Johannesburg is usually September.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Johannesburg?

If you're flying from Accra Airport, the cheapest airport near Johannesburg is Johannesburg O.R. Tambo – which is 21.7 km away from the centre of Johannesburg. We've found flights into this airport from Rs167,981.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Accra Airport to Johannesburg on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Accra Airport to Johannesburg on Tuesday, 8 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Accra Airport to Johannesburg?

Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 55 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Accra Airport to Johannesburg?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Johannesburg but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Johannesburg?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Johannesburg?

In July, the average temperature is usually around 11°C. January is typically the warmest month in Johannesburg, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 3°C. The rainiest month is December.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Accra Airport to Johannesburg with?

Currently, Kenya Airways and South African Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg.

Travelling from Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Johannesburg: what you need to know

Expect to be in the air for 6 hours 5 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Accra Kotoka International Airport to Johannesburg.
Johannesburg is two hours ahead of Accra, where Accra Kotoka International Airport is located. Johannesburg observes the UTC+2 timezone.
With five weekly flights between the two airports, Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the busiest route. Hop on South African Airways's 20:15 flight to get your journey from ACC to JNB underway.
Leave plenty of time to get on your ACC to Johannesburg flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during high season in general.
Direct Accra Kotoka International Airport to Johannesburg tickets are available for booking. Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is where you'll complete your journey.
Book your seat with South African Airways. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Accra Kotoka International Airport to Johannesburg.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from ACC to Johannesburg. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
- Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
- Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
- Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Accra, ACC can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near ACC? If you're boarding an early flight from Accra Kotoka International Airport to Johannesburg, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Accra Kotoka International Airport, 64% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Johannesburg

The lowest price we've found for a one-way Accra Kotoka International Airport to Johannesburg flight is Rs131,933. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs167,981. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from ACC to Johannesburg if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Accra Kotoka International Airport to Johannesburg across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to keep checking in to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an even better deal on cheap flights from ACC to Johannesburg.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Accra Kotoka International Airport to Johannesburg by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Johannesburg

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

The distance from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is roughly 26 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Accra Kotoka International Airport to Johannesburg, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near JNB:
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from ACC to Johannesburg.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is roughly 40 kilometres from central Johannesburg. After your flight from Accra Kotoka International Airport to Johannesburg, it'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
There are some great places to drop your things at near HLA. Unwind and get cosy after your ACC to Johannesburg flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from HLA four weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Johannesburg

December is the quietest month for flights from Accra Kotoka International Airport to Johannesburg, while April is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your Accra Kotoka International Airport to Johannesburg plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ACC to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 3ºC and 20ºC.

More about Johannesburg

After booking your flight from Accra Kotoka International Airport to Johannesburg, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Nelson Mandela Statue, Apartheid Museum and Top of Africa are attractions you won't want to skip in Johannesburg.

Explore more of South Africa

Johannesburg is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you should also see. About 451 kilometres southeast of Johannesburg, a trip to Pietermaritzburg will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Sri Siva Soobramoiniar And Marriamen Temples, KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden and Butterflies for Africa.
Bloemfontein is another standout destination in South Africa and is around 370 kilometres southwest of Johannesburg. No journey is complete without a visit to Naval Hill Planetarium, Naval Hill Nature Reserve and Kings Park Rose Garden.