Travelling from Orlando to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Orlando's main base, Orlando International Airport (MCO), is where many great holidays begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Orlando to Johannesburg.
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) is where you'll be arriving in Johannesburg.
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2, which is seven hours ahead of Orlando.
To ensure you catch your Orlando to Johannesburg flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Johannesburg
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Orlando to Johannesburg flights if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
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Flying from Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
We make it a breeze to find a Orlando to Johannesburg flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Orlando International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
The journey from central Orlando to MCO takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Orlando International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Orlando to Johannesburg or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
77% of flights that leave from Orlando International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) is approximately 23 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 30 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to JNB if you have a late flight from Orlando to Johannesburg. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport rental car and discover Johannesburg and beyond with your own wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Lanseria Airport (HLA)
Once your flight from Orlando to Johannesburg has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 45 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is approximately 32 kilometres from Lanseria Airport (HLA).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
After your flight from Orlando to Johannesburg, tuck yourself in at a hotel near HLA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
First - Car Rental, Tempest - Car Rental and Firefly powered by Hertz make picking up a Lanseria Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HLA can get you a lower rate.
Johannesburg Randgermiston Airport (QRA)
Once your flight from Orlando to Johannesburg has landed, the city centre is likely where you're off to next. Johannesburg Randgermiston Airport (QRA) is around 11 kilometres from central Johannesburg.
Go from the arrivals hall to your hotel with no interruptions by grabbing a Johannesburg Randgermiston Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from reliable companies here like Avis and Budget.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Orlando to Johannesburg is a smart way to go. As well as better deals, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at QRA.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
April is the busiest month for flights from Orlando to Johannesburg. To escape the crowds, visit Johannesburg in March.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Orlando to Johannesburg ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Orlando to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 3ºC and 20ºC.
More about Johannesburg
Start your Johannesburg trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Orlando to Johannesburg, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Apartheid Museum, Nelson Mandela Statue and Top of Africa are highlights which should feature on any good Johannesburg itinerary.
Explore more of South Africa
You've visited Johannesburg, now it's time to discover other parts of South Africa. Journey about 21 kilometres west to Soweto to tick off its leading sights. From Soweto to Hector Pieterson Memorial and Mandela's House, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Pretoria is another sought-after destination in South Africa and is around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. No journey is complete without visiting Nelson Mandela Statue, Ditsong National Museum of Natural History and Idube Game Reserve.