Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB): what you need to know
Johannesburg is two hours ahead of Manchester and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your MAN to JNB flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manchester Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. These are the top stopovers between MAN and JNB:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
When it comes to Manchester Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 20 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near MAN. Whether you have an early flight from Manchester Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Manchester Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Johannesburg and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport about three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport is roughly 26 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
The quietest month for a flight from Manchester Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Manchester Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, consider the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAN to JNB in July. Temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
Soweto is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Johannesburg. Around 18 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Soweto, Hector Pieterson Museum and Nelson Mandela Former House.
Pretoria is another well-known destination in South Africa and is around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. No journey is complete without seeing Statue of Nelson Mandela, Museum of Natural History and Idube Game Reserve.