Travelling from Seattle to Johannesburg: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Seattle. Explore your options departing from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Seattle Lake Union SPB Airport (LKE) when organising your flight from Seattle to Johannesburg.
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) is where you'll be arriving in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, making Johannesburg ten hours ahead of Seattle.
Allow plenty of time to get on your Seattle to Johannesburg flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Johannesburg
To pick up cheap Seattle to Johannesburg flights, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Flying from Seattle
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Seattle to Johannesburg flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Johannesburg or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart SEA arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Arriving in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 30 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Johannesburg, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near JNB:
Hit the road running by picking up a Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Lanseria Airport (HLA)
Lanseria Airport (HLA) is roughly 32 kilometres from central Johannesburg. After your flight from Seattle to Johannesburg, it'll take you approximately 45 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near HLA. Unwind after your Seattle to Johannesburg flight at any of these perfectly located options:
First - Car Rental, Tempest - Car Rental and Firefly powered by Hertz make collecting a Lanseria Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from HLA four weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
Johannesburg Randgermiston Airport (QRA)
Step off your flight from Seattle to Johannesburg and head straight for your hotel or start exploring the attractions right away. The centre of Johannesburg is about 11 kilometres from Johannesburg Randgermiston Airport (QRA).
Mark your must-see spots on a map and let your Johannesburg Randgermiston Airport rental car help take you there. Book with Avis or Budget and enjoy travelling in your own private, air-conditioned space.
Rental providers sometimes offer deals for early bookings, so secure your ride from QRA ahead of your flight from Seattle to Johannesburg. A little prep work can make a big difference in cost.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
April is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to Johannesburg. To skip the crowds, visit Johannesburg in March.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Seattle to Johannesburg ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Seattle to Johannesburg in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Johannesburg
Start your Johannesburg trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Seattle to Johannesburg, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Apartheid Museum, Nelson Mandela Statue and Top of Africa are leading attractions which should be on any good Johannesburg itinerary.
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 21 kilometres west of Johannesburg, a visit to Soweto will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Soweto, Hector Pieterson Memorial and Mandela's House.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in South Africa, head for Pretoria, about 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. Nelson Mandela Statue, Ditsong National Museum of Natural History and Idube Game Reserve are key highlights.