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Flights from New York City to Johannesburg

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Flights from Harare to Johannesburg

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Flights from Houston, TX to Johannesburg

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Flights from Atlanta, GA to Johannesburg

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Flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg

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Flights from Toronto to Johannesburg

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Flights from Lagos to Johannesburg

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Flights from Newark, NJ to Johannesburg

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Flights from Orlando to Johannesburg

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Flights from Chicago to Johannesburg

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Flights from Los Angeles, CA to Johannesburg

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Flights from San Francisco, CA to Johannesburg

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Flights from Tel Aviv - Yafo to Johannesburg

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Flights from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg

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Flights from Accra to Johannesburg

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Flights from London to Johannesburg

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Flights from Kinshasa to Johannesburg

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Airport codeJNBJNB is the airport IATA code on flights to Johannesburg

Top AirlineSouth African AirwaysPopular airline with flights to Johannesburg

How long is the flight to Johannesburg?

If you’re planning to fly to Johannesburg, we at eDreams have looked into the most popular routes to help you plan your trip. From Newark, NJ, the flight takes about 26h 15m; from New York City, around 29h 55m; and from Atlanta, GA, approximately 31h 31m.

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How much does a flight to Johannesburg cost?

At eDreams you can find flights from Boston, MA to Johannesburg starting from $621, with an average price of $1,136. If you depart from other cities such as Los Angeles, CA, you can find tickets from $688, and from San Diego, CA starting from $823, according to data from the last 72 hours.

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About Johannesburg

The "city of gold", Johannesburg (or Joburg as it is also known), is the African continent's second largest city and South Africa's thriving multicultural center and business hub. The city draws a wide array of visitors who arrive in the city on business or who come to experience its burgeoning cultural and art scene and learn about its complex history. It is the largest transport hub in South Africa and the multiculturalism of this teeming metropolis is obvious in its diverse attractions, eclectic fashion and the vast selection of different eateries on offer. Travelers will soon discover that the sheer choice of exciting things to do make it a tantalizing destination to visit.

Things to do and places to visit in Johannesburg

Whether you're interested in discovering the city's cultural scene through its endless choice of galleries, feel like taking in a top-notch theater show, hitting the shopping malls, or learning about Joburg's gold mining past, Johannesburg is a kaleidoscope of a city that will leave you wanting more.

While visiting Johannesburg, don't miss:

Learning about Johannesburg's gold rush heyday at Gold Reef City
Visiting the Nelsen Mandela Museum in Soweto
Watching a show at the Market Theatre, one of Johannesburg's key cultural centers
Trying to spot the big five at the Pilanesberg Game Reserve
Experiencing local tribes and customs at a traditional tribal village
Tasting the city's cultural diversity in the cuisine
Visiting Constitution Hill and learning about South Africa's multi-layered past
Taking a look at one of the worlds' largest collections of African Art at the Johannesburg Art Gallery
Learning about apartheid and the 20th-century history of Africa at the Apartheid Museum
Seeing African art at the Wits Art Museum

Airport(s) near Johannesburg

OR Tambo International Airport

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A number of different airlines operate flights to and from Johannesburg including: South African Airways, Mango and British Airways.

Location

Johannesburg Airport is located approximately 13 miles from the city center in Kempton Park, Ekurhuleni, Gauteng.

Transportation

The easiest and most convenient way to get to the city center from the airport is to take a taxi, which can be picked up outside the Arrivals Hall. If you with to take public transportation, there is also a local bus service that leaves from the domestic and international arrivals terminals.

Lanseria Intl Apt Airport

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Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is a domestic airport with one terminal. It's known for easing congestion at the larger OR Tambo International Airport. The airport has a limited number of restaurants and shops.

Location

Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is located northwest of Johannesburg, South Africa, in the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality. It's approximately 20 miles from the city center, with an average travel time of 30-45 minutes depending on traffic. It's conveniently located near Sandton.

Transport Options and Parking

The most popular way to get to and from Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is by taxi or rideshare apps like Uber. These services are readily available at the terminal. The airport also offers short-term and long-term parking in official lots.

Popular destinations near Johannesburg

Flying to Johannesburg is the fastest and most convenient way to reach these nearby destinations:

Pretoria
Soweto
Midrand
Centurion
Kempton Park
Germiston
Boksburg
Benoni
Springs
Randfontein
Krugersdorp
Vereeniging
Vanderbijlpark
Carletonville
Nigel
Heidelberg

Frequently asked questions about flights to Johannesburg

How can I find cheap flights to Johannesburg on eDreams?

At eDreams you will find flights from $35 to Johannesburg. Thanks to the combination of various technologies, machine learning algorithms and real user searches on our platform, you will be able to choose between the different options that best suit your needs when you have to fly to Johannesburg.

Which airlines fly to Johannesburg?

Airlines flying direct from the US to Johannesburg include:

Fly Safair, with flights from Cape Town, Durban and from Mauritius, for example.
South African Airways also operates numerous flights, some of them originating from Victoria Falls, Lusaka and Windhoek.
Airlink, with flights from Nelspruit to Johannesburg and Cape Town and also from Maputo.

Airlines with indirect flights to Johannesburg include:

Ethiopian Airlines, which flies from Dubai, Newark, NJ or Zanzibar.
Singapore Airlines, with flights from Shanghai and Seoul, as well as from Beijing.
Lufthansa, with flights from Amsterdam, London and also Paris.

How long before a flight to Johannesburg should I be at the airport?

If you want to be on time for your flight to Johannesburg, you should get to the airport at least two to three hours in advance. Check-ins, security controls, customs, and boarding the airplane can take some time. At eDreams, you can find the best deals for flights to Johannesburg departing from over 129 cities and choose from a variety of services that will improve your time at the airport and guarantee a much better travel experience, such as priority boarding and additional luggage. For more convenience, when booking your flight to Johannesburg with eDreams you can also add insurance or opt for a refundable fare and have a problem-free trip!

What is the name of Johannesburg’s airport?

Johannesburg is served by 2 airport[s]. O. R. Tambo International Airport operates flights towards both domestic and international destinations within 129 cities, such as Cape Town, Harare and Durban, the most popular routes.

How far is Johannesburg’s airport from the city centre?

Johannesburg’s airport O. R. Tambo International Airport is located 1 miles from the city centre.

How much is the trip from the airport to Johannesburg’s city centre?

Public transport: The price for the trip is about 2.28 $ per person.
Taxi: If you have more budget and prefer to take a taxi from O. R. Tambo International Airport , the average price for the ride to Johannesburg centre is around 0.96 $ per km.
Car: For more convenience and freedom during your stay, eDreams has the best offers of car rentals in Johannesburg. Pick your preferred car type and get from O. R. Tambo International Airport to Johannesburg city centre on your own terms.

What is the weather like in Johannesburg?

If you're looking for summer vibes, the best time to travel to Johannesburg is in January, February and October, when the average temperature reaches 29.04 °C, while July, August and June are the 3 sunniest months of the year, with an average of 212.81 hours. However, if you prefer colder temperatures, make sure you visit Johannesburg during June, July or August to experience an average of 4.82 °C. For those who don't care too much about temperatures, but want to avoid getting wet in the rain, it's important to avoid travelling during May, June and July, when the average precipitation in Johannesburg is 5.13 mm, while the months of January, February and March are drier, with an average of 0 mm.

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