Flying from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB): What you need to know
Your journey comes together at Johannesburg's main airport, Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Check out the options for catching a flight from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) leaving from this base.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 5 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg Airport flight.
Pietermaritzburg (where Pietermaritzburg Airport is located) and Johannesburg share the UTC+2 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
With 25 direct flights a week between the two airports, Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) is the busiest route. Airlink (South Africa) operates the earliest flight at 7am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest departure from JNB to PZB is with Airlink (South Africa) at 6:15pm.
To ensure you get on your flight from Johannesburg to PZB, allow 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.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like October. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) operate out of this terminal.
When taking off from JNB, you can take a direct flight from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg Airport with Airlink (South Africa).
The majority of travellers choose to book seats with Airlink between JNB and PZB.
With 75.82% of services landing as planned, Airlink is the leading performer for punctuality on this route.
JNB is about 26 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport, data shows 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
You can reach HLA from central Johannesburg in approximately 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Johannesburg to PZB flight? Check in to a hotel near Lanseria International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
About Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB)
Book a hotel near PZB if you're catching a late flight from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg Airport. Select one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
Getting from Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) to central Pietermaritzburg
Pietermaritzburg Airport is around 6 kilometres from the centre of Pietermaritzburg. It takes around 10 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB)
Right now, R 1,529 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,247. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book ten months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Johannesburg to PZB.
The best month for finding cheap Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg Airport tickets is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Pietermaritzburg. October is when most people book flights from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Before locking in your Johannesburg to PZB plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. January is the warmest month in Pietermaritzburg, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg Airport in July when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Pietermaritzburg
Start your Pietermaritzburg trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Pietermaritzburg when you're ready to see the sights. Start exploring at Sri Siva Soobramoiniar And Marriamen Temples followed by KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden and Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife.
Explore more of South Africa
Newcastle is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've seen Pietermaritzburg. Around 209 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Roman Catholic Church: Christ The King, Jaami Masjid and Newcastle Central Jungle Gym park.
Richards Bay is another well-known destination in South Africa and is around 193 kilometres northeast of Pietermaritzburg. No journey is complete without dropping by Thulasihleka Pan Bird Sanctuary, Pelican Island and Ngoya Park.
