Flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to Hoedspruit Airport (HDS): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Hoedspruit Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour.
Flights from JNB to HDS start from 10:30 — the first with Airlink (South Africa). The last departure is at 13:00 with CemAir. Overall, you can take your pick of 28 weekly Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Hoedspruit Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your JNB to HDS flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Jetting into Hoedspruit (and then seeing more of South Africa!) is a breeze with Airlink. This popular carrier has direct flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Hoedspruit Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Airlink.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for JNB to HDS flights is Airlink.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to Hoedspruit Airport (HDS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Hoedspruit Airport flight is R 1,838. A return fare right now is R 4,078. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from JNB to HDS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Hoedspruit Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
When it comes to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Johannesburg to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near JNB? If you've booked an early flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Hoedspruit Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Hoedspruit Airport (HDS)
Stay moments from the tarmac if you're landing on a late Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Hoedspruit Airport flight. Rafiki Bush Lodge is one option close to HDS. Or check in and relax at Lili Bush Guesthouse before travelling to your final destination.
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Hoedspruit Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Bluu Car Rental or Budget and see more of Hoedspruit and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Hoedspruit Airport about three weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Hoedspruit Airport (HDS)
Before you book your flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Hoedspruit Airport, think about which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Hoedspruit offers a vibrant atmosphere and lots to do, while the low season brings better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Before locking in your flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Hoedspruit Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. December is the warmest month in Hoedspruit, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JNB to HDS in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
Hoedspruit is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you should also see. About 354 kilometres south-west of Hoedspruit, a trip to Johannesburg will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Apartheid Museum, Nelson Mandela Statue and Top of Africa.
Soweto is another essential stop in South Africa and is around 370 kilometres south-west of Hoedspruit. No trip is complete without visiting Soweto, Hector Pieterson Museum and Nelson Mandela Former House.
