Travelling from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to George Airport (GRJ): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to George Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours.
Each week, there are 45 Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to George Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as early as possible, take the 04:20 CemAir flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 17:05 with CemAir.
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 enough time to board your JNB to GRJ flight.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to George Airport, so jetting off to George (and then visiting more of South Africa!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
FlySafair is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for JNB to GRJ flights is Airlink.
If you want to check out a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to George Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Cape Town Airport is a popular stop between JNB and GRJ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to George Airport (GRJ)
At the moment, R 839 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to George Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 1,706. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from JNB to GRJ if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to George Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to George Airport.
Handy information about Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
75% of flights that take off from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport from central Johannesburg, it takes around 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near JNB. Whether you've booked an early flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to George Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at George Airport (GRJ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to George Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near GRJ instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a George Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from First - Car Rental, Europcar or Firefly powered by Hertz and explore beyond George's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from George Airport about one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to George Airport (GRJ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to George Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit George in March.
The warmest month in George is February, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Lock in your flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to George Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from JNB to GRJ in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be discovered after you've experienced George. Around 370 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Table Mountain, The Rock and Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden.
Around 290 kilometres east of George, Port Elizabeth is another favourite stop in South Africa. Experience major highlights starting with Mount Kilimanjaro, King's Beach and Brighton Beach.
