Travelling from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Johannesburg is nine hours ahead of Salt Lake City, where Salt Lake City International Airport is located. Johannesburg observes the UTC+2 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your SLC to Johannesburg flight.
Flying during a popular month like March? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from SLC to Johannesburg with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Salt Lake City, SLC can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Johannesburg? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near SLC:
85% of flights leaving Salt Lake City International Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of SLC.
The address for SLC is 776 North Terminal Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Johannesburg
R 13,372 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Salt Lake City International Airport to Johannesburg flight. A return ticket right now is R 22,200. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from SLC to Johannesburg, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
Finding cheap tickets from Salt Lake City International Airport to Johannesburg is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest prices throughout the month and walk away with a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The distance from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is roughly 26 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Johannesburg, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near JNB:
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from SLC to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Central Johannesburg is about 40 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA). Once your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Johannesburg has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 45 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 15 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near HLA. Settle in and get cosy after your SLC to Johannesburg flight at one of these well-located options:
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from HLA four weeks in advance often means better prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
April is the most popular month for flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Johannesburg. To escape the crowds, visit Johannesburg in December.
Book a Salt Lake City International Airport to Johannesburg plane ticket with a departure in January to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SLC to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Johannesburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Johannesburg right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Johannesburg:
Nelson Mandela Statue and Apartheid Museum are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Johannesburg to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Top of Africa.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Africa waiting to be explored. Around 451 kilometres southeast of Johannesburg, a visit to Pietermaritzburg will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Sri Siva Soobramoiniar And Marriamen Temples, KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden and Butterflies for Africa.
Around 370 kilometres southwest of Johannesburg, Bloemfontein is another essential stop in South Africa. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Naval Hill Planetarium, Naval Hill Nature Reserve and Kings Park Rose Garden.
