Flying from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 30 minutes.
Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, making Johannesburg one hour behind Doha.
Each week, there are 18 Hamad International Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flights. If you want to take off as soon as possible, pick the 02:05 Qatar Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 20:35 with Qatar Airways.
Give yourself enough time to make your DOH to JNB flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Qatar Airways has direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Johannesburg — and maybe even more of South Africa if your schedule allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with Qatar Airways on this route.
Qatar Airways is the most punctual carrier that offers DOH to JNB flights, with 74.86% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hamad International Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between DOH and JNB:
Dubai Airport
Zayed International Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flight is R 5,418. A round-trip ticket right now is R 8,908. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from DOH to JNB, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Hamad International Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from DOH arrive on schedule 81% of the time.
Hamad International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Doha. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near DOH. Whether you're taking an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Hamad International Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Grab a Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport rental car and discover Johannesburg and beyond with your own wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are top outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport about three weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Hamad International Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Johannesburg. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Hamad International Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DOH to JNB sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Africa waiting to be explored. About 18 kilometres west of Johannesburg, a visit to Soweto will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Soweto, Hector Pieterson Museum and Nelson Mandela Former House.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of South Africa, consider Pretoria, roughly 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. Statue of Nelson Mandela, Museum of Natural History and Idube Game Reserve are among the biggest draws.



















