Travelling from Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Johannesburg is two hours ahead of Durham, where Durham Tees Valley Airport is located. Johannesburg observes the UTC+2 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your MME to Johannesburg flight.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Stopovers are a great opportunity to discover a new city or just have a break during your trip. When searching for a plane ticket from MME to Johannesburg, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is one of your options.
MME is around 31 kilometres from central Durham. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near MME. Whether you've booked an early flight from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Johannesburg or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights leaving Durham Tees Valley Airport, 67.01% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME) to Johannesburg
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Durham Tees Valley Airport to Johannesburg flight is P52,089. The cheapest price for a return flight is P57,736. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from MME to Johannesburg. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Durham Tees Valley Airport to Johannesburg ticket.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 30 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Johannesburg, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near JNB:
Begin your adventure by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion to explore Johannesburg and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from MME to Johannesburg can help you secure the lowest rate.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is around 48 kilometres from central Johannesburg. After your flight from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Johannesburg, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Following your MME to Johannesburg flight, rest your head at a hotel near HLA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Lanseria International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at HLA will save you money.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Johannesburg. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel prices are often higher and top attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Johannesburg in the low season for a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Durham Tees Valley Airport to Johannesburg plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MME to Johannesburg in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
More about Johannesburg
Once you've booked your flight from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Johannesburg, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Maboneng Precinct, Constitution Hill and Johannesburg Zoo are popular attractions which should feature on any good Johannesburg itinerary.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of South Africa waiting to be explored. About 451 kilometres south-east of Johannesburg, a visit to Pietermaritzburg will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
Bloemfontein is another essential stop in South Africa and is around 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without seeing Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum.
