Travelling from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB): what you need to know
Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, making Johannesburg seven hours ahead of Durham.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your RDU to JNB flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between RDU and JNB:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
London Heathrow Airport
New York Newark Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
R 10,884 is the lowest price for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 20,619. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from RDU to JNB, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from RDU to JNB by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
78% of flights that take off from Raleigh / Durham Airport reach their destination on time.
Raleigh / Durham Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Durham. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to RDU? If you've booked an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
Reserve a hotel close to JNB if you have a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and discover more of Johannesburg and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
From Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, Johannesburg is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RDU to JNB around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Africa
Soweto is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Johannesburg. Around 18 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Soweto, Hector Pieterson Museum and Nelson Mandela Former House.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in South Africa, consider Pretoria, roughly 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. Statue of Nelson Mandela, Museum of Natural History and Idube Game Reserve are among the biggest draws.
