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Harare.P10,704 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Mar, returning Sat, 14 Mar.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Harare.Inbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Harare on Sat, 14 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From P10,704, select.
Harare.P10,978 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Mar, returning Wed, 15 Apr.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Harare.Inbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Harare on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From P10,978, select.
Harare.P11,943 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Mar, returning Wed, 6 May.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Harare.Inbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Harare on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From P11,943, select.
Harare.P12,346 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Apr, returning Sun, 3 May.Return flight with Airlink.Outbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 17 Apr, arriving in Harare.Inbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Harare on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From P12,346, select.
Harare.P12,427 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Apr, returning Thu, 16 Apr.Return flight with Airlink.Outbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Harare.Inbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Harare on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From P12,427, select.
Harare.P12,484 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Jun, returning Tue, 30 Jun.Return flight with FlySafair.Outbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in Harare.Inbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Harare on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From P12,484, select.
Harare.P12,491 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May, returning Wed, 10 Jun.Return flight with FlySafair.Outbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Harare.Inbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Harare on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From P12,491, select.
Harare.P12,538 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 May, returning Tue, 19 May.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 12 May, arriving in Harare.Inbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Harare on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From P12,538, select.

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from P10,704
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from P12,427
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from P12,538
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from P12,484
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from P12,948
Aug
from P13,107
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from P13,073
Oct
from P13,098
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Direct flights from Johannesburg to Harare

Johannesburg to Harare: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Johannesburg to Harare below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Harare.

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Johannesburg to Harare: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP10,704
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time1 hr, 46 mins
Most popular airlineFastjet Zimbabwe
Average flights per week546

Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg to Harare: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Johannesburg to Harare is P10,704. 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.
1 hour and 46 minutes is the average flight time from Johannesburg to Harare.
Fastjet Zimbabwe, Hahn Air Systems and Airlink fly direct from Johannesburg to Harare.
As of March 2026, there are 238 flights per week flying from Johannesburg to Harare.
The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Harare is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg to Harare Airport on Thursday, 5 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 46 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 Harare 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 Harare is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Harare is South African Airways .

Travelling from Johannesburg to RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE): What you need to know

  • Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Johannesburg. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) departing from here.

  • Around 1 hour 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Johannesburg to RG Mugabe International Airport flight.

  • Harare (where RG Mugabe International Airport is located) and Johannesburg share the UTC+2 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) is the most popular route. There are 78 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have plans before you fly, take the last flight with Fastjet Zimbabwe at 8:10pm. Choose the first JNB to HRE departure with Airlink (South Africa) at 6:20am if you want to get going earlier.

  • Your flight from Johannesburg to HRE won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.

Airports in Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • Get to your destination in one go from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Nonstop flights from Johannesburg to RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) can be booked from here.

  • Direct flights from Johannesburg to RG Mugabe International Airport are available from a good range of airlines at JNB. Book your journey with one of these:

  • The top choice among passengers flying between JNB and HRE is Airlink (South Africa).

  • South African Airways is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 79.81% of its services reaching their destination on time.

  • Located around 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg, JNB can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Johannesburg to RG Mugabe International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to O.R. Tambo International Airport:

  • 77.1% of flights departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport land at their destination on time.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

  • Think about building a stopover into your journey at Cape Town International Airport (CPT). It's a key transfer point for flights from Johannesburg to RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) out of Lanseria International Airport.

  • Driving from central Johannesburg to HLA typically takes 50 minutes, depending on traffic. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 48 kilometres.

  • Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Johannesburg to HRE flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Lanseria International Airport:

About RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)

How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)

  • P5,080 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to RG Mugabe International Airport. Return flights start at P10,704. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.

  • Snap up cheap flights from Johannesburg to HRE by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Johannesburg to RG Mugabe International Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Johannesburg to HRE is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Lock in a cheap flight from Johannesburg to RG Mugabe International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Johannesburg to RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)

  • June is when most people book flights from Johannesburg to RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE). Plan your visit to Harare in April for a more laid-back experience.

  • When booking your Johannesburg to HRE plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. October is the warmest month in Harare, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Johannesburg to RG Mugabe International Airport in July when temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).

More about Harare

  • Start your Harare trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to RG Mugabe International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Matusadona National Park, National Botanic Gardens and Thetford Game Reserve are leading attractions which should be on every Harare itinerary.

Explore more of Zimbabwe

  • You've seen Harare, now it's time to discover more of Zimbabwe. Journey about 209 kilometres south-east to Mutare to tick off its popular sights. From MURAHWA HILL NATURE RESERVE to Holy Trinity Catholic Cathedral and Murahwa Hill's, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Around 225 kilometres south-west of Harare, Gweru is another essential stop in Zimbabwe. No visit is complete without checking out Kumadhaka Adventure Park, Midlands Museum and Mutorashanga Quarry.

Plan the rest of your trip from Johannesburg to Harare

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