Travelling from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, making Johannesburg six hours ahead of Cincinnati.
To ensure you catch your CVG to JNB flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between CVG and JNB include:
Newark Liberty International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight is R 13,152. A round-trip ticket is currently R 24,170. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from CVG to JNB, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.
Handy information about Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
77.0% of flights that take off from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Cincinnati to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Consider staying in a hotel near JNB if you're catching a late Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and explore Johannesburg and beyond with your own wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks ahead.
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 reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Johannesburg. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from CVG to JNB in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
You've visited Johannesburg, now it's time to discover other corners of South Africa. Travel about 18 kilometres west to Soweto to tick off its leading attractions. From Mjebha Park to Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg, Pretoria is another favourite stop in South Africa. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.
