Travelling from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2, which is eight hours 30 minutes behind Adelaide.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your ADL to JNB flight.
Flying during a peak month like January? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Adelaide Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ADL and JNB include:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Currently, P39,110 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Adelaide Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P51,365. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ADL to JNB if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ADL to JNB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Adelaide Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Adelaide Airport (ADL)
75.6% of flights leaving from Adelaide Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Adelaide Airport from central Adelaide, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 50 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Adelaide Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near ADL:
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
If you're arriving on a late Adelaide Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near JNB:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
From O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg is approximately 29 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The quietest month for a flight from Adelaide Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Adelaide Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from ADL to JNB in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Africa waiting to be discovered. Around 18 kilometres west of Johannesburg, a visit to Soweto will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
Around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg, Pretoria is another essential stop in South Africa. Experience major highlights starting with 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.