Flying from George Airport (GRJ) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from George Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
George and Johannesburg are both in the UTC+2 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Choose from 45 weekly George Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flights. The 06:45 departure with CemAir is the earliest available. CemAir operates the last service of the day at 19:30.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your GRJ to JNB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can fly nonstop to Johannesburg, South Africa. Take off with one of these carriers offering direct flights from George Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with FlySafair on this route.
Airlink is the most punctual carrier offering GRJ to JNB flights.
Opt for a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from George Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. Cape Town Airport is a popular stopover on the GRJ to JNB route.
How to find the cheapest flights from George Airport (GRJ) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
At the moment, R 862 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way George Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,788. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from GRJ to JNB by booking ten months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from George Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from GRJ to JNB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Handy information about George Airport (GRJ)
65% of flights taking off from George Airport reach their destination on time.
George Airport is about 10 kilometres from central George. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near GRJ. Whether you're taking an early flight from George Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
Book a hotel close to JNB if you're on a late George Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport rental car and explore Johannesburg and beyond with your own wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
The quietest month for a flight from George Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from George Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July sees average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap tickets from GRJ to JNB sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Africa
You've visited Johannesburg, now it's time to explore other parts of South Africa. Journey around 18 kilometres west to Soweto to check off its top sights. From Soweto to Hector Pieterson Museum and Nelson Mandela Former House, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg, Pretoria is another favourite stop in South Africa. No visit is complete without checking out Statue of Nelson Mandela, Museum of Natural History and Idube Game Reserve.