Travel to Johannesburg

Flying to Johannesburg

British Airways, South African Airways and Virgin Atlantic operate direct flights to Johannesburg from the UK. Delta and South African Airways run direct flights from the USA. Cheap flights to Johannesburg are available outside the peak summer travel season between December and March. But bear in mind that Johannesburg is a year-round destination.

Flight times

From London - 11 hours; New York - 15 hours; Los Angeles - 21 hours (including stopover); Toronto - 20 hours (including stopover); Sydney - 14 hours 20 minutes.

City Airports: 
Telephone:+27 11 921 6262
Website:www.airports.co.za
Location:

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport is located 22km (14 miles) east of Johannesburg, and about 35km (20 miles) south of Pretoria.


Money:

There are ATMs, banks and bureaux de change within the terminals.


Luggage:

Luggage storage facilities are managed by A-Tech (tel: +27 11 390 2318) and are available 24hrs at the airport. Porters can be found in the arrivals halls and are instantly recognisable thanks to their bright orange uniforms and ACSA badges – tipping is recommended. Visitors should not use unauthorised porters. For lost and found queries, contact the main airport information desk (tel: +27 11 921 6262).




Visa and passport information is updated regularly and is correct at the time of publishing. You should verify critical travel information independently with the relevant embassy before you travel.