Flying from Harare Airport (HRE) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Harare Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport.
Harare and Johannesburg share the UTC+2 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
There are 94 Harare Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flights every week to choose from.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your HRE to JNB flight.
During popular months like December, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
There's a good range of direct flights from Harare Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to choose from. When organising your Johannesburg trip, these airlines can fly you nonstop to this exciting part of South Africa:
Airlink is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With a dependable 87.5% of services arriving as planned, South African Airways has the best on-time performance for HRE to JNB flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Harare Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between HRE and JNB:
Cape Town Airport
Lusaka Airport
Kigali Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Harare Airport (HRE) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
Right now, R 1,599 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Harare Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,776. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from HRE to JNB.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Harare Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Harare Airport (HRE)
Of the departures from Harare Airport, 68% land on time at their destination.
To reach Harare Airport from central Harare, it takes about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near HRE. Whether you've booked an early flight from Harare Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
If you're arriving on a late Harare Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near JNB:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion to explore Johannesburg and beyond.
Booking your ride from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport about three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
From Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, Johannesburg is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
The quietest month for a flight from Harare 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 faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Harare Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HRE to JNB in July. Average temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
Soweto is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Johannesburg. Around 18 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Soweto, Hector Pieterson Museum and Nelson Mandela Former House.
Pretoria is another well-known destination in South Africa and is around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without visiting Statue of Nelson Mandela, Museum of Natural History and Idube Game Reserve.


















