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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Johannesburg to Antananarivo Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ج.م.‏ 32,296. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Antananarivo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Johannesburg to Antananarivo flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Antananarivo

Johannesburg to Antananarivo: Alternative routes

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

Johannesburg to Antananarivo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundج.م.‏ 16,969
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time3 hrs
Most popular airlineAirlink
Average flights per week11

Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg to Antananarivo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Johannesburg to Antananarivo is ج.م.‏ 32,296. 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.
3 hours is the average flight time from Johannesburg to Antananarivo.
Airlink and United fly direct from Johannesburg to Antananarivo.
As of April 2026, there are 11 flights per week flying from Johannesburg to Antananarivo.
The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Antananarivo is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg to Antananarivo Airport on Sunday, 17 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours.
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 Antananarivo 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 Antananarivo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Johannesburg to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR): What you need to know

  • Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Johannesburg. Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Johannesburg to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR) leaving from here.

  • Around 3 hours is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Johannesburg to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport flight.

  • Antananarivo Ivato International Airport is located in Antananarivo. The city is in the UTC+3 timezone and is one hour ahead of Johannesburg.

  • Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR) is the busiest route, with 5 direct services every week. Travel from JNB to TNR on Airlink (South Africa)'s 10am flight.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Johannesburg to TNR. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Popular months like April or other busy periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Johannesburg

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • Get there in one go from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Direct flights from Johannesburg to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR) can be booked from here.

  • Airlink (South Africa) is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Johannesburg to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport departing from JNB.

  • Most travellers prefer to fly with Airlink between JNB and TNR.

  • Airlink shines when it comes to on-time performance. An impressive 94.29% of its services on this route reach their destination on schedule.

  • JNB is about 26 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.

  • Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

  • When it comes to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75% of flights complete their journey on time.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

  • HLA is around 40 kilometres from central Johannesburg. It'll take 45 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Lanseria International Airport the day before your Johannesburg to TNR flight:

About Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR)

Getting from Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR) to central Antananarivo

  • From Antananarivo Ivato International Airport, central Antananarivo is around 16 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car.

  • It'll take around 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR)

  • At the moment, ج.م.‏ 16,969 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م.‏ 32,296. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To snap up cheap flights from Johannesburg to TNR, book your ticket five months before your departure date.

  • The best month for picking up cheap Johannesburg to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Save time looking for cheap plane tickets from Johannesburg to TNR by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Johannesburg to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.

The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR)

  • Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to Antananarivo. August is when most people book flights from Johannesburg to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.

  • Book a Johannesburg to TNR plane ticket departing in November if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Antananarivo to range from 14ºC to 30ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 23ºC.

More about Antananarivo

Explore more of Madagascar

  • Antsirabe is just one of the many places in Madagascar waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Antananarivo. Around 129 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Our Lady of La Salette, Cathedral and Old Train Station.

  • Around 290 kilometres south of Antananarivo, Fianarantsoa is another favourite stop in Madagascar. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Natural pool, Jardin Botanique Anosy and Cattedrale Di Ambozontany.

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