Flying from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located in Houston. Based in the UTC+2 timezone, Johannesburg is seven hours ahead of Houston.
Leave enough time to get on your IAH to Johannesburg flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from IAH to Johannesburg, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
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IAH is about 21 kilometres from central Houston. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to IAH? If you're catching an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Johannesburg, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
78.42% of flights that depart George Bush Intercontinental Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Johannesburg
The best price we've found for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Johannesburg flight is R 10,079. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 16,070. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from IAH to Johannesburg, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Johannesburg across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from IAH to Johannesburg by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The distance from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is roughly 29 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Johannesburg. Reserve one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from IAH to Johannesburg can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Once your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Johannesburg has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near HLA. Settle in and get cosy after your IAH to Johannesburg flight at one of these well-located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Lanseria International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and be on your way in a flash.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from HLA four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Before locking in your flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Johannesburg, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Johannesburg offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Lock in a George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket with a departure in January if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from IAH to Johannesburg in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
More about Johannesburg
Once you've booked your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Johannesburg, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
Maboneng Precinct and Constitution Hill are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Johannesburg to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Johannesburg Zoo.
Explore more of South Africa
Pietermaritzburg is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Johannesburg. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
If there's time to check out another major stop in South Africa, head for Bloemfontein, about 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum are among its highlights.
