Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Skukuza Airport (SZK): what you need to know
Around 1 hour is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Skukuza Airport.
Flights from JNB to SZK start at 10:05 — the earliest with Airlink (South Africa). The last service of the day is at 13:05 with Airlink (South Africa). In total, you can take your pick of 40 weekly O.R. Tambo International Airport to Skukuza Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your JNB to SZK flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airlink (South Africa) offers direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Skukuza Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Skukuza — and maybe even more of South Africa if you have time.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Airlink (South Africa) on this route.
Airlink (South Africa) stands out as the most punctual carrier for JNB to SZK flights, with 90.16% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Skukuza Airport (SZK)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Skukuza Airport flight is R 2,052. A round-trip ticket is currently R 4,375. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap tickets from JNB to SZK, reserve your trip one month before your departure.
Schedule your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Skukuza Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
When it comes to O.R. Tambo International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Johannesburg to O.R. Tambo International Airport is approximately 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to JNB? If you've booked an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Skukuza Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Skukuza Airport (SZK)
If you're landing on a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Skukuza Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near SZK:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Skukuza Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Bluu Car Hire or Budget and explore beyond Skukuza's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Skukuza Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Skukuza Airport (SZK) to central Skukuza
Skukuza Airport to central Skukuza has a drive time of about 5 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.
When to fly to Skukuza Airport (SZK)
The quietest month for a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Skukuza Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Skukuza based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Skukuza Airport for February if you'd like to visit Skukuza during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from JNB to SZK sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Skukuza. Around 386 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in South Africa, consider Soweto, about 402 kilometres west of Skukuza. Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean are among its highlights.