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— JNB
Nov 16 — Nov 231
Sun 11/16
Sun 11/23
1 adult, Economy
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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/157:35 pmEWR - JNB
3 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/212:30 pmJNB - EWR
3 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$947
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/119:15 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air
Wed 11/2611:00 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops27h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/15$976
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/139:15 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/2011:00 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops27h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/15$977
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/610:00 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 20mEtihad Airways
Sat 12/279:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/13$990
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1012:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop35h 25mEgyptair
Mon 11/179:45 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop43h 30mEgyptair
Deal found 10/14$996
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/38:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/1411:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/15$999
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/198:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/2311:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/16$1,000
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/48:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/1411:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/15$1,001
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1212:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/275:00 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/14$1,002
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1712:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/225:00 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/14$1,004
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/110:00 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 20mEtihad Airways
Tue 12/169:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop30h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/13$1,005
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/128:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 11/2111:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/14$1,006

Flights to OR Tambo in 2025

Find the latest flights to OR Tambo in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on October 17, 2025.

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April

Average price

$1,414

Round-trip from

$947

One-way from

$540

Good round-trip deal

$1,492 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,128 or less
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Locate flights to OR Tambo that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on October 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Price

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/26

9:00 pm-3:55 am

1 stop23h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/6

3:10 am-8:00 am

2 stops35h 50m

$1,018

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/26

12:45 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/6

1:35 am-6:35 am

1 stop36h 00m

$1,036

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/26

12:45 pm-7:10 am

1 stop35h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

5:00 pm-6:35 am

1 stop20h 35m

$1,067

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/18

10:00 pm-8:20 am

1 stop27h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/29

9:50 am-9:00 am

1 stop30h 10m

$1,083

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/2

3:00 pm-8:20 am

1 stop34h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/12

9:50 am-3:25 pm

1 stop36h 35m

$1,083

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/27

8:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

7:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop30h 05m

$1,094

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Tue 11/18

9:15 pm-3:55 am

2 stops23h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/29

11:00 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops27h 15m

$1,102

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/1

7:05 pm-7:10 am

2 stops30h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/8

9:50 am-1:55 pm

2 stops35h 05m

$1,103

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/26

1:20 am-2:20 am

2 stops42h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

8:20 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops33h 09m

$1,123

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/6

12:20 am-10:50 am

1 stop27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/14

7:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop30h 05m

$1,164

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals to OR Tambo in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: Out of all of the providers offering Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals, Cheapflights users have found FlightHub to have the most accurate pricing on Cheapflights vs. their site about >95% of the time, users can find the same price on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights and FlightHub. This is based on searches made for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights over the past month.
  • Most trusted provider: FlightHub is the most trusted provider by Cheapflights users offering Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals. With a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), FlightHub has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. This is based on data collected from Cheapflights searches made over the past month.

Best time to book a flight to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When is the best time to book a flight to OR Tambo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on October 10, 2025.

The best time to book flights to OR Tambo is 12 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

How long is the flight to OR Tambo?

On average, a flight from New York to OR Tambo takes 21 hours 37 minutes. Flights to OR Tambo from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to OR Tambo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to OR Tambo should consider flying on Wednesday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Monday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to OR Tambo

The most flights from New York to OR Tambo are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to OR Tambo?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to OR Tambo are United Airlines, British Airways and Ethiopian Air.

Delta
Delta
From $685
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $137
British Airways
British Airways
From $894
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From $771

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to OR Tambo?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to OR Tambo are Condor, Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in OR Tambo ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit OR Tambo when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to OR Tambo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

The best insider tips for flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip
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American Airlines

AA's Flagship Business offers 6’ 7” lay-flat beds, direct aisle access, and chef-curated meals.


AA's Premium Economy offers 18.5” seats, 8” recline, and priority boarding on long-haul flights.

Read more about American Airlinesby Marisa Garcia
Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines' Business Class offers lie-flat beds, Ferragamo kits, and Denon headphones on long-haul flights.


Turkish Airlines' Economy Class offers travel sets and 30-inch legroom on international flights over five hours.

Read more about Turkish Airlinesby Jessica Macdonald
Delta

Delta's Delta One offers 180-degree flat-bed seats and Sky Club access on long-haul flights.


Delta's Comfort Plus offers extra legroom, early boarding, and upgraded snacks on international flights.

Read more about Deltaby Harriet Baskas
United Airlines

United's Polaris Business Class offers lie-flat seats, Saks bedding, and Polaris Lounge access for comfort.


United's Premium Plus offers extra legroom, upgraded meals, and two checked bags on international flights.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian's Cloud Nine offers lie-flat beds on select aircraft and Ethiopian cuisine on long-haul flights.


Ethiopian's economy class offers 32-inch pitch seats and Ethiopian meals like doro wot on long-haul flights.

Read more about Ethiopian Airby Paul Rubio
British Airways

BA's Club Suite offers solo pods with doors on A350s, providing privacy and comfort on long-haul flights.


BA's World Traveller Plus offers extra seat width and legroom, ideal for more space on long-haul flights.

Read more about British Airwaysby Gabriel Leigh
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JNB

For a smooth arrival at JNB, ensure your passport has two consecutive blank pages to avoid entry issues.

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Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to OR Tambo. Reviews last updated October 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Ethiopian Air to South Africa. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,980 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,980 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,980 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,009 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,980 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
875 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,980 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
283 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,980 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,456 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,980 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.

FAQs about flying to OR Tambo

After massive upgrades for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) is vastly different to the disorganized airport of only a few years ago. South Africa’s main hub and Africa’s busiest airport, it processes nearly 18 million passengers each year from destinations around the world and is the point of entry for nearly every visitor to South Africa.

Many flights to OR Tambo Airport come from other parts of Africa, including Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth, Bloemfontein, George, Maputo, Harare and Gabarone. However, there are also regular flights from major international destinations such as London, Paris, Cairo, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Dubai, Madrid, Athens, Mumbai, Sydney, Singapore, Bangkok, Lisbon and Istanbul.

As the gateway to the wonders of South Africa, including nearby Kruger National Park and the historic townships of Alexandra and Soweto, Johannesburg’s improved airport gets high marks for service. The spacious terminals are perfectly adequate for a long stopover.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to OR Tambo if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to OR Tambo on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to OR Tambo?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, SWISS is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to OR Tambo.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in OR Tambo?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in OR Tambo. One-way flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo typically cost $24, while round-trip flights cost around $42.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to OR Tambo?

    A round-trip flight to OR Tambo will typically cost around $248, however they can be found for as little as $42.

  • Where does the fastest flight to OR Tambo depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to OR Tambo, New York offers the quickest one-way flight (14 hours 40 minutes).

  • Does Johannesburg OR Tambo have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Johannesburg OR Tambo can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Yes. Johannesburg OR Tambo has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Protea Hotel by Marriott Transit O.R. Tambo Airport is the closest property to Johannesburg OR Tambo (0.0 mi away from Johannesburg OR Tambo).

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