Travelling from Oslo to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): What you need to know
Oslo is home to a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Oslo to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) leaving from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) or Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF).
Johannesburg is one hour ahead of Oslo. O.R. Tambo International Airport is located in Johannesburg, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Oslo to JNB.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Oslo to JNB that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between OSL and JNB include:
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OSL is about 48 kilometres from central Oslo. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of Oslo Airport Gardermoen, 71.98% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
TRF is around 121 kilometres from central Oslo. It'll take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Torp Sandefjord Airport the day before your Oslo to JNB flight:
66.77% of flights out of Torp Sandefjord Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Have a late flight from Oslo to O.R. Tambo International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near JNB and hit the lights earlier:
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Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Oslo to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport to the centre of Johannesburg is roughly 23 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic and the time of day.
It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
R 6,608 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Oslo to O.R. Tambo International Airport. A return flight starts at R 8,109. These fares can change based on availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Oslo to JNB. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Oslo to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to Johannesburg. July is when most people book flights from Oslo to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Oslo to JNB plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
July sees temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Oslo to O.R. Tambo International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Johannesburg
Start your Johannesburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Oslo to O.R. Tambo International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Apartheid Museum, Top of Africa and Constitution Hill are top sights which should be on every Johannesburg itinerary.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of South Africa waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg, a trip to Welkom will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Up Town Park, Voortrekker Memorial, Welkom and mandela park.
Around 241 kilometres south-east of Johannesburg, Newcastle is another favourite stop in South Africa. Experience major highlights starting with Roman Catholic Church: Christ The King, Jaami Masjid and Newcastle Central Jungle Gym park.
