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Atlanta.R 9,215 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,215, select.
Atlanta.R 9,500 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 May.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,500, select.
Atlanta.R 10,370 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Apr.One-way flight with RwandAir.Outbound indirect flight with RwandAir, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 9 Apr, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,370, select.
Atlanta.R 11,548 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jul.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,548, select.
Atlanta.R 11,968 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Sep.One-way flight with RwandAir.Outbound indirect flight with RwandAir, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,968, select.
Atlanta.R 12,144 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Oct.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,144, select.
Atlanta.R 12,199 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,199, select.
Atlanta.R 12,240 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Aug.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 8 Aug, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,240, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Atlanta

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Atlanta flights are currently cheapest in June.
Apr
from R 10,370
May
from R 9,500
Jun
from R 9,215
Jul
from R 11,548
Aug
from R 12,240
Sep
from R 11,968
Oct
from R 12,144
Nov
from R 12,199
Dec
from R 14,487
Jan
from R 16,984
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Johannesburg to Atlanta: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 9,215
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time16 hrs, 36 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Atlanta: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Atlanta: Atlanta Fulton County, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson and Atlanta De Kalb / Peachtree.
The best price we found for a return flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Atlanta is R 15,482. 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.
16 hours and 36 minutes is the average flight time from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Atlanta.
Delta flies direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Atlanta.
As of April 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Atlanta.
The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Atlanta is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, the cheapest airport near Atlanta is Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson – which is 12.6 km away from the centre of Atlanta. We've found flights into this airport from R 15,482.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Atlanta on Thursday, 10 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 16 hours and 36 minutes.
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 Atlanta 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Atlanta is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 15°C. July is typically the warmest month in Atlanta, when it usually averages around 33°C. You can expect the least rain in October. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -0°C. The rainiest month is July.
Currently, Ethiopian Airlines and Delta offer the cheapest flight tickets to Atlanta.

Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Atlanta: what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Atlanta and you'll be in the air for around 15 hours 35 minutes.

  • The timezone in Atlanta is UTC-4. The city is 6 hours behind Johannesburg, where O.R. Tambo International Airport is located.

  • With 10 weekly flights between the two airports, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the most popular route. Board Delta's 21:55 flight to get your trip from JNB to ATL underway.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from JNB to Atlanta. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • You can catch a direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Atlanta. Begin your trip at JNB and end it at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).

  • Be on the lookout for promotions from Delta. This carrier has direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Atlanta.

  • Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from JNB to Atlanta. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)

  • When travelling to United States for tourism purposes, you will need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from South Africa. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need further documentation depending on the purpose and length of your stay. Always check the latest guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Atlanta.

  • JNB is around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 12 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Atlanta? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to JNB:

How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Atlanta

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Atlanta is R 9,215. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 15,482. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To secure cheap tickets from JNB to Atlanta, book your trip 2 months ahead of your departure.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Atlanta is October. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from JNB to Atlanta is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has fallen.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Atlanta, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Airports in Atlanta

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

  • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta takes about 17 minutes by car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 9 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Atlanta, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ATL:

Best time to go to Atlanta

  • July is the busiest month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Atlanta. To skip the crowds, visit Atlanta in February when it's quieter.

  • Before you book a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Atlanta, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Atlanta, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 34ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -3ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap flights from JNB to Atlanta around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

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