On this page, you can find and book flights from Johannesburg to Mthatha. This 601 km flight route operates regularly, with approximately 13 flights available per week. Information is also available on how to get to Johannesburg Airport and how to get from Mthatha Airport after your arrival.
Flights on this route are served by Airlink (4Z), Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines. Airfares are dynamic, so use the low-fare calendar and the price trend chart below to find the best deals.
The table shows direct flights Johannesburg → Mthatha on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 20 min. Regular flights are operated by Airlink, Air France, Emirates and Latam Airlines Group. Departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport and Lanseria International Airport airports, arrivals at Umtata Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Johannesburg — Mthatha by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 672 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 825 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Johannesburg → Mthatha, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 396 | low | May | AED 384 | low | Sep | AED 373 | low |
| Feb | AED 373 | low | Jun | AED 559 | high | Oct | AED 442 | medium |
| Mar | AED 442 | medium | Jul | AED 605 | high | Nov | AED 349 | low |
| Apr | AED 442 | medium | Aug | AED 466 | medium | Dec | AED 699 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Mthatha is characterized by warm summers and dry winters. January is the hottest month, with average temperatures reaching up to 25.5°C and heavy rainfall, while July is the coolest and driest month.
The lowest flight prices are recorded in August, starting AED 672, and in July, starting AED 673. Prices peak in June, when tickets start AED 817.
July and August are the optimal times to travel for both savings and comfortable weather. During this period, the risk of rain is minimal, and ticket prices remain the most affordable.
Airlines operating on this route include Airlink (4Z), Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines. The primary carrier is Airlink, which operates regular direct flights. To view a detailed flight schedule by day of the week and available connections, please refer to the interactive list of airlines below.
Flights Johannesburg — Mthatha depart from O.R. Tambo International Airport and Lanseria International Airport and arrive at Umtata Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 601 km. A direct flight usually takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Regular service is provided by Airlink (4Z), as well as major carriers Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines through codeshare agreements.
Yes, Airlink operates direct, non-stop flights, providing approximately 13 departures per week.
Flights arrive at Mthatha Airport (UTT), which serves this region of South Africa.
The lowest prices are typically available in July and August. You can always check the latest pricing data in the low-fare calendar on this page.
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