Travelling from Atlanta to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Atlanta's main base, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Atlanta to Johannesburg.
Come in for landing at Johannesburg's primary gateway, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
The average duration of a direct Atlanta to Johannesburg flight is 15 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2, which is six hours ahead of Atlanta.
With six flights a week between the two airports, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from Atlanta to Johannesburg with Delta Air Lines at 20:30. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the last departure from ATL to JNB is with Delta Air Lines at 21:35.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Atlanta to Johannesburg flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can add an hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Johannesburg
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Johannesburg is R 8,665. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 16,241. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book five months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Atlanta to Johannesburg flights.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Atlanta to Johannesburg is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Set out from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) on a nonstop flight from Atlanta to Johannesburg. From ATL, you can travel directly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
Delta Air Lines is a leading airline that offers direct Atlanta to Johannesburg plane tickets leaving from ATL.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Atlanta to Johannesburg flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Atlanta, ATL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Atlanta to Johannesburg or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, 76.64% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Arriving in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there on public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near JNB if you're coming in on a late flight from Atlanta to Johannesburg. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and discover Johannesburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. Once you've hopped off your flight from Atlanta to Johannesburg, it takes approximately 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab a Lanseria International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare rates and availability from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from HLA four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
July is the most popular month for flights from Atlanta to Johannesburg. To skip the crowds, visit Johannesburg in February.
Before locking in your Atlanta to Johannesburg tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Atlanta to Johannesburg in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
More about Johannesburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Johannesburg right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Atlanta to Johannesburg:
Constitution Hill and Maboneng Precinct are a couple of major attractions to put on your Johannesburg must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Johannesburg Zoo.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of South Africa just waiting to be discovered. Around 18 kilometres west of Johannesburg, a visit to Soweto will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
Pretoria is another well-known destination in South Africa and is around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. No journey is complete without experiencing 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.
