Flying from Las Vegas to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Las Vegas's main base, Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Las Vegas to Johannesburg.
Come in for landing at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), the major arrival point in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, making Johannesburg nine hours ahead of Las Vegas.
To ensure you get on your Las Vegas to Johannesburg flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Flying over a peak time like October? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Las Vegas to Johannesburg
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Las Vegas to Johannesburg flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Las Vegas to Johannesburg is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and walk away with a sweet deal.
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Flying from Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
We make it easy to find a Las Vegas to Johannesburg flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Las Vegas, LAS can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want a convenient hotel near Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)? If you're catching an early flight from Las Vegas to Johannesburg, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) scores high marks for its on-time performance. 82.07% of flights that depart LAS reach their destination on time.
The address for LAS is 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Arriving in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The distance from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is approximately 21 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Las Vegas to Johannesburg, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near JNB:
Pick up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and explore Johannesburg and beyond with your own wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are top providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
The centre of Johannesburg is approximately 32 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA). As soon as your flight from Las Vegas to Johannesburg has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 50 minutes.
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Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at HLA will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Las Vegas to Johannesburg. July is the most popular month for a trip to Johannesburg. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
When booking your Las Vegas to Johannesburg tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Las Vegas to Johannesburg in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Johannesburg
Once you've booked your flight from Las Vegas to Johannesburg, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are must-visits when exploring Johannesburg.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of South Africa just waiting to be explored. Around 18 kilometres west of Johannesburg, a visit to Soweto will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
Around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg, Pretoria is another favourite stop in South Africa. No visit is complete without checking out 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.