Flying from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Johannesburg three hours 30 minutes behind Lucknow.
Your LKO to JNB flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
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 Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Many travellers pass through Dubai Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight is R 12,278. A return ticket is currently R 16,185. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from LKO to JNB, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from LKO to JNB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.
Handy information about Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO)
Of all flights leaving Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, 69.64% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Lucknow to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near LKO. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Consider staying in a hotel near JNB if you're catching a late Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
From O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg is approximately 29 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
July is the busiest month for flights from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Johannesburg in February.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LKO to JNB in July. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of South Africa just waiting to be explored. About 18 kilometres west of Johannesburg, a trip to Soweto will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
Pretoria is another standout destination in South Africa and is around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. No journey is complete without visiting 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.
