Flying from Johannesburg to Skukuza Airport (SZK): What you need to know
Start your travels at one of Johannesburg's main airports, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) or Lanseria International Airport (HLA). Check out your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Skukuza Airport (SZK) jetting off from either of these.
1 hour is the average duration of a direct Johannesburg to Skukuza Airport flight.
Skukuza Airport is located in Skukuza. The city's timezone is UTC+2 — the same as Johannesburg.
With 14 direct flights a week between the two airports, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Skukuza Airport (SZK) is the busiest route. Airlink (South Africa) operates the earliest flight at 8:05am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the last departure from JNB to SZK is with Airlink (South Africa) at 1:05pm.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Johannesburg to SZK. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
With more travellers during peak seasons, aim to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
You can book a direct flight from Johannesburg to Skukuza Airport (SZK) out of O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
When jetting out of JNB, you can catch a direct flight from Johannesburg to Skukuza Airport with Airlink (South Africa).
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Airlink (South Africa) between JNB and SZK.
Airlink (South Africa) leads the way as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 90.16% of services arriving on schedule.
Travelling from central Johannesburg to JNB takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Skukuza Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
77.1% of flights that depart O.R. Tambo International Airport land at their destination on time.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to HLA from Johannesburg's centre in about 50 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Johannesburg to SZK flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Lanseria International Airport:
About Skukuza Airport (SZK)
Reserve a hotel near SZK if you're catching a late flight from Johannesburg to Skukuza Airport. Settle into one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Skukuza Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Bluu Car Hire or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Skukuza and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your Johannesburg to Skukuza Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Skukuza Airport (SZK)
Right now, R 2,001 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Skukuza Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,224. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Johannesburg to SZK by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
December is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Johannesburg to Skukuza Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Skukuza Airport (SZK)
February is the quietest month for flights from Johannesburg to Skukuza Airport (SZK), while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Skukuza based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Skukuza is February, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your Johannesburg to SZK plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Johannesburg to Skukuza Airport in July when temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Skukuza
Start your Skukuza trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Johannesburg to Skukuza Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Skukuza when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at Skukuza Rest Camp followed by Skukuza Golf Course and Kruger Park Congregation / Krugerwildtuin Gemeente.
Explore more of South Africa
Witbank is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be explored after you've experienced Skukuza. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Witbank dam, Cosmos Gardens and WITBANK SIVAN KOVIL TEMPLE(shri muthu linga natha eswarar Alayam).
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in South Africa, consider Middelburg, roughly 225 kilometres south-west of Skukuza. Amora Bird Park, Middelburg Sivan Kovil and Masjid As Salaam are key reasons to visit.
