Flying from Seattle to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): What you need to know
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport is located in Johannesburg. The city operates on the UTC+2 timezone and is ten hours ahead of Seattle.
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 flight from Seattle to JNB.
If you're getting away during a popular month like July, be at the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seattle to JNB. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Located around 23 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Seattle to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SEA land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
You can reach PAE from the centre of Seattle in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Seattle to JNB flight? Relax in a hotel near Seattle Paine Field International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
Seattle Paine Field International Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 80% of flights departing here arrive right on target.
About Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Have a late flight from Seattle to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near JNB and be in snooze mode sooner:
For the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your Seattle to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport flight.
Getting from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
Central Johannesburg is around 26 kilometres from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
R 13,276 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport. A return flight starts from R 23,622. These prices may change based on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Seattle to JNB. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Seattle to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Seattle to JNB.
Bag the best deal on a flight from Seattle to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Seattle to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
April is when most people book flights from Seattle to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Plan your visit to Johannesburg in December for a more laid-back experience.
Book a Seattle to JNB plane ticket departing in January if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Johannesburg to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport in July when temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Johannesburg
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Johannesburg right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Seattle to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Johannesburg when you're ready to see the sights. Kick things off at Apartheid Museum followed by Nelson Mandela Statue and Top of Africa.
Explore more of South Africa
Get acquainted with Johannesburg, then set off to uncover other exciting places in South Africa. Head southwest to Welkom, around 257 kilometres away. Welkom Museum and Funtasia Fun Park & Restaurant - Welkom offer a great introduction to the city.
Your travels through South Africa wouldn't be complete without a stop in Newcastle. Carnegie Art Museum is among the highlights in this destination, which is around 241 kilometres southeast of Johannesburg.
