Question 1

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

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to OR Tambo, you should look to book at least 90 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Question 2

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

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Yes, flights with stopovers 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.

Question 3

What is the best airline to fly to OR Tambo?

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

Question 4

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

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Johannesburg OR Tambo is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in OR Tambo. One-way flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo typically cost R436, while return flights cost around R702.

Question 5

How much is a return flight to OR Tambo?

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A return flight to OR Tambo will typically cost around R11 469, however they can be found for as little as R702.

Question 6

Where does the fastest flight to OR Tambo depart from?

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For those looking to save time traveling to OR Tambo, Bloemfontein Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 0 minutes).

Question 7

Does Johannesburg OR Tambo have car hire?

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

Question 8

Are there hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

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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 km away from Johannesburg OR Tambo).

Question 9

When is the cheapest time to fly to OR Tambo?

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

Question 10

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

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The most popular airlines flying from Cape Town to OR Tambo are FlySafair, South African and Airlink.

Question 11

How long is the flight to OR Tambo?

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On average, a flight from Cape Town to OR Tambo takes 2 hours 0 minutes. Flights to OR Tambo from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Question 12

Weekly flight availability to OR Tambo

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The most flights from Cape Town to OR Tambo are scheduled on a Monday (114 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (49 on average).

Question 13

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to OR Tambo?

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The cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to OR Tambo are Cemair, Airlink and South African.

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in OR Tambo ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit OR Tambo when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

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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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Question 16

How long is the flight to OR Tambo?

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Flights to OR Tambo, South Africa from other parts of South Africa range from about 1h-2h. Your precise flight time will mainly depend on your departure city. If you’re departing from Cape Town, your flight time is most likely to be on the longer end of the range, simply due to geographical location. If you’re departing from Durban, your proximity to Johannesburg means your flight time will be just about one hour.

Question 17

Where can you get direct flights to OR Tambo from?

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You can book direct flights to OR Tambo from various airports across South Africa. Kulula, SAA, and British Airways provide daily direct flights to OR Tambo from Durban and Cape Town. If you’re departing from George or Port Elizabeth, you can choose from several daily direct flights via Mango, FlySafair, SAA. Thanks to the prevalence of national flights and the popularity of OR Tambo, flying direct from across South Africa is simple and affordable.

Question 18

How do you get from OR Tambo Airport to the city centre?

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If you’re flying to OR Tambo from other airports in South Africa, your destination is likely Johannesburg, which is about 22 km west of the airport. To reach Johannesburg city centre from the airport, you have several options to consider. You can take a taxi, which will take about 20 minutes and cost about 250-323 ZAR. A similar though slightly cheaper possibility is to Uber, which will cost about 205-250 ZAR. Another option is to take a train from the airport to Johannesburg city centre with a transfer in Marlboro. This journey will take about 30 minutes and cost about 250 ZAR. If you prefer to do the driving yourself, you can hire a car at the airport and be on your way.

Question 19

What are some things to do in OR Tambo?

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Johannesburg is the largest city in South Africa and the capital city of Guateng Province. It has a rich history and culture, making it an exciting and fascinating place to visit. A trip to Johannesburg isn’t complete with exploring The Apartheid Museum, which lays bare the country’s struggle for autonomy. Spend time outdoors at Pilanesberg National Park, a perfect day-trip spot where you can see some of Africa’s best loved wildlife in its natural habitat. Take in the eclectic shops, galleries, and cafés in the Maboneng Precinct, a modern urban neighbourhood that celebrates the city’s artists and local businesses. About an hour from the city lies The Cradle of Humankind, a fascinating paleo-anthropological UNESCO World Heritage Site that is home to remains dating back millions of years.

Question 20

Do I need a passport or visa to fly to OR Tambo?

Accepted Answer

South African citizens traveling to OR Tambo need neither a passport nor a visa, since it’s in Johannesburg. It’s always necessary to bring valid government issued photo identification when travelling however, so be sure to bring your passport or driver’s license.

Return from	R2 182
One-way from	R1 108
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	May
Average price	R2 830
Good round-trip deal	R2 546 or less
Good one-way deal	R1 326 or less

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