Travelling from Johannesburg to Atlanta: what you need to know
Johannesburg's main base, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta.
Hop off the plane at Atlanta's major arrival point, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
The average time for a direct Johannesburg to Atlanta flight is 16 hours 35 minutes.
Atlanta's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Atlanta six hours behind Johannesburg.
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are six weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta is with Delta Air Lines at 21:55. Go for the first JNB to ATL departure operated by Delta Air Lines at 21:55 to maximise your time in Atlanta.
To ensure you catch your Johannesburg to Atlanta flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Atlanta
R 8,050 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Atlanta. Return flights start at R 14,295. These prices may change depending on demand.
To secure cheap Johannesburg to Atlanta flights, book your trip seven months ahead of your departure.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Johannesburg to Atlanta is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
You can book a direct flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Start your trip at JNB and touch down at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
Look out for deals with Delta Air Lines. This carrier offers direct Johannesburg to Atlanta plane tickets out of JNB.
We make it a breeze to find a Johannesburg to Atlanta flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
JNB is around 23 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Of the flights that depart from O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Arriving in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Atlanta. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ATL instead:
Pick up a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car and explore Atlanta and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Europcar are top outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport about three weeks in advance of your Johannesburg to Atlanta flight.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
July is the busiest month for flights from Johannesburg to Atlanta. To skip the crowds, head to Atlanta in February.
Lock in a Johannesburg to Atlanta ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Atlanta to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Atlanta around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Atlanta
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Atlanta right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Atlanta:
Georgia Aquarium and Centennial Olympic Park are just two of the big attractions to add to your Atlanta must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Piedmont Park.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Atlanta. Around 467 kilometres to the south-east, popular attractions include Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
If there's time to check out another corner of United States, consider Charlotte, roughly 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum are highlights.
