Traveling from Phoenix to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): What you need to know
Planning your vacation begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Phoenix. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Phoenix to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) departing from here.
Johannesburg is nine hours ahead of Phoenix. O.R. Tambo International Airport is located in Johannesburg, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Phoenix to JNB. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
SCF is about 32 kilometers from central Phoenix. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Phoenix to O.R. Tambo International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Break up your flight from Phoenix to O.R. Tambo International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and JNB include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can arrive at PHX from central Phoenix in approximately 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes to cover the 8 kilometers or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport the day before your Phoenix to JNB flight:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 82.57% of flights departing here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
The address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Traveling to AZA from central Phoenix? The airport is around 56 kilometers away, and getting there takes roughly 40 minutes by car.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Phoenix to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight:
Flights that take off from AZA land at their destination within the expected time frame 78.65% of the time.
The address of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Consider staying in a hotel near JNB if you have a late flight from Phoenix to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Grab an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and explore Johannesburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are leading providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Phoenix to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight.
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport to the center of Johannesburg is around 23 kilometers. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to O.R. Tambo International Airport is AED 2,608. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 4,911. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Phoenix to JNB, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
February is the quietest month for flights from Phoenix to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Johannesburg based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Phoenix to JNB flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Phoenix to O.R. Tambo International Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Johannesburg
After booking your flight from Phoenix to O.R. Tambo International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Apartheid Museum, Top of Africa and Constitution Hill are must-visits when exploring Johannesburg.
Explore more of South Africa
You've seen Johannesburg, now it's time to explore more of South Africa. Journey around 257 kilometers south-west to Welkom to tick off its leading sights. From Up Town Park to Voortrekker Memorial, Welkom and mandela park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in South Africa, consider Newcastle, roughly 241 kilometers south-east of Johannesburg. Roman Catholic Church: Christ The King, Jaami Masjid and Newcastle Central Jungle Gym park are among the biggest draws.
