Travelling from Lubumbashi Airport (FBM) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Lubumbashi Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Lubumbashi and Johannesburg share the same timezone, UTC+2.
You can take your pick of 16 weekly Lubumbashi Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your FBM to JNB flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Lubumbashi Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Johannesburg adventure, let one of these carriers transport you to this unmissable part of South Africa:
South African Airways tops the list for bookings on this route.
With a dependable 83.61% of services arriving as scheduled, South African Airways is the most punctual carrier operating FBM to JNB flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lubumbashi Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between FBM and JNB:
Addis Ababa Airport
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
Kinshasa N'Djili Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lubumbashi Airport (FBM) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
R 4,419 is currently the best price for a one-way Lubumbashi Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flight. Return flights start at R 6,856. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from FBM to JNB if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Lubumbashi Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Lubumbashi Airport (FBM)
72% of flights taking off from Lubumbashi Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Lubumbashi Airport from central Lubumbashi, it takes about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Get your flight from Lubumbashi Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport off to a relaxed start. Only a short drive from FBM, stay at Park Hotel and be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Arriving at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
If you have a late Lubumbashi Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near JNB:
Go where the road takes you with a Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and see more of Johannesburg and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport around three weeks in advance.
When to fly to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
The quietest month for a flight from Lubumbashi Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Lubumbashi Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from FBM to JNB in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Soweto is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Johannesburg. Around 18 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Soweto, Hector Pieterson Museum and Nelson Mandela Former House.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in South Africa, consider Pretoria, about 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. Statue of Nelson Mandela, Museum of Natural History and Idube Game Reserve are key highlights.





