Flying from Philadelphia to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll leave from in Philadelphia. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Philadelphia to Johannesburg jetting off from here.
Disembark at Johannesburg's chief entry point, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
Johannesburg is six hours ahead of Philadelphia and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Philadelphia to Johannesburg flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Johannesburg
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Philadelphia to Johannesburg flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
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Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Philadelphia to Johannesburg flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Philadelphia International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
PHL is about 11 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Philadelphia to Johannesburg? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Philadelphia International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Arriving in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Philadelphia to Johannesburg, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near JNB:
Hit the road running by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
As soon as your flight from Philadelphia to Johannesburg has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is approximately 32 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz make collecting a Lanseria International Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from HLA four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
July is the most popular month for flights from Philadelphia to Johannesburg. To escape the crowds, go to Johannesburg in February.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Philadelphia to Johannesburg ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Johannesburg in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
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 Philadelphia to Johannesburg, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Constitution Hill and Maboneng Precinct are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Johannesburg itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Johannesburg Zoo.
Explore more of South Africa
You've done Johannesburg, now it's time to discover other corners of South Africa. Travel about 18 kilometres west to Soweto to tick off its must-visit sights. From Mjebha Park to Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg, Pretoria is another favourite stop in South Africa. Start your sightseeing at 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.
