Flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport.
Johannesburg and Ndola share the UTC+2 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Every week, there are ten O.R. Tambo International Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport flights. To jet off early, take the 10:15 Airlink (South Africa) flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 10:15 with Airlink (South Africa).
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your JNB to NLA flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Ndola (and then exploring more of Zambia!) is a breeze with Airlink (South Africa). This popular airline has direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport.
Airlink (South Africa) is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Airlink (South Africa) tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for JNB to NLA flights, with 90.0% of its services landing as scheduled.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport. Many travellers pass through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport flight is R 4,230. A return ticket right now is R 7,579. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book five months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from JNB to NLA.
April is the cheapest month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Of all flights departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to O.R. Tambo International Airport from central Johannesburg, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near JNB. Whether you're taking an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near NLA instead:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar to explore beyond Ndola's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport about one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA) to central Ndola
From Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport, Ndola is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA)
The quietest month for a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Ndola based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Ndola is October, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July has average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from JNB to NLA around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Zambia
Lusaka is just one of the many cities in Zambia waiting to be explored after you've seen Ndola. Around 274 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Freedom Statue, Chilenje House and Mwamfushi Safari Lodge - Booking Office.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Zambia, consider Kitwe, roughly 56 kilometres west of Ndola. United Church Of Zambia mukuba congregation, Seventh Day Adventist Church and Sunset Gardens Kitwe (Ndola/Kitwe Rd) are key reasons to visit.






