How much does a Air Traffic Controller earn in South Africa?

The estimated salary for Air Traffic Controller in South Africa ranges from ZAR 480 000 to ZAR 880 000 ZAR per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 6 job listings

How much does a Air Traffic Controller earn in South Africa?

The average salary for a Air Traffic Controller in South Africa is ZAR 680 000 - ZAR 782 000 per year.

Salary Guide

Air Traffic Controller Salary in South Africa

Based on 6 job listings - 2026

Average salary

R 480 000 - R 880 000

Median salary

R 680 000 - R 782 000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentileR 408K

25th percentileR 480K

MedianR 680K

75th percentileR 880K

90th percentileR 1M

50% of professionals earn between R 480 000 - R 880 000 ZAR

The median salary is R 680 000

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Air Traffic Controller

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The average salary for a Air Traffic Controller in South Africa is ZAR 480 000 - ZAR 880 000 per year in 2026. The median salary is ZAR 731 000 per year, based on 6 active job listings.

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