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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 June.

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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.‏ 13,612
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time3 hrs
Most popular airlineQatar Airways
Average flights per week24

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.‏ 24,774. 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.
Qatar Airways, Airlink and United fly direct from Johannesburg to Antananarivo.
As of September 2025, there are 12 flights per week flying from Johannesburg to Antananarivo.
The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Antananarivo is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg to Antananarivo Airport on Monday, 27 October 2025.
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

  • Johannesburg's main base, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is where new adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Johannesburg to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR).

  • Jump on a direct Johannesburg to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours.

  • The timezone in Antananarivo is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Johannesburg. Antananarivo Ivato International Airport is located in Antananarivo.

  • You can choose from 4 direct flights every week between O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) and Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR). This is the busiest route, with Airlink (South Africa) offering a 10am departure from JNB to TNR.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Johannesburg to TNR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

Airports in Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • Get to your destination in one go from 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 popular airline that offers direct flights from Johannesburg to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport jetting out of JNB.

  • Airlink (South Africa) is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from JNB to TNR.

  • Airlink (South Africa) shines when it comes to on-time performance. A dependable 93.33% of its services on this route arrive without delay.

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

  • Booked an early flight from Johannesburg to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to O.R. Tambo International Airport:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of O.R. Tambo International Airport, data shows 77.1% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

  • HLA is roughly 48 kilometres from central Johannesburg. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to reach the terminal driving from the city centre.

  • Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Lanseria International Airport the day before your Johannesburg to TNR flight:

About Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR)

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

  • ج.م.‏ 13,612 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport. A return flight starts at ج.م.‏ 24,774. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Book five months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Johannesburg to TNR.

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

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flight tickets from Johannesburg to TNR by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Find an affordable flight from Johannesburg to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

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

  • August is when most people book flights from Johannesburg to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR). Visit Antananarivo in February for a more low-key escape.

  • When booking your Johannesburg to TNR flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. November is the warmest month in Antananarivo, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 30ºC.

  • July has temperatures of between 8ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Antananarivo

Explore more of Madagascar

  • Antananarivo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Madagascar just waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres south of Antananarivo, a visit to Antsirabe will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Our Lady of La Salette, Cathedral and Andranovisy.

  • Fianarantsoa is another favourite destination in Madagascar and is around 290 kilometres south of Antananarivo. No trip is complete without visiting Andrainjato Fianarantsoa, Natural pool and Jardin Botanique Anosy.

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