Travelling from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
Johannesburg is two hours ahead of Abidjan and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your ABJ to JNB flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ABJ and JNB:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Cairo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
397 € is the best price for a one-way Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 360 €. These prices may change depending on demand.
To find cheap tickets from ABJ to JNB, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.
Handy information about Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
Of the departures from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport, 58.4% land on time at their destination.
To get to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport from central Abidjan, it'll take about 35 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near ABJ. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Pick up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and discover Johannesburg and beyond with your own wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport is approximately 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The quietest month for a flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport for January if you want to explore Johannesburg during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ABJ to JNB in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
You've seen Johannesburg, now it's time to explore other corners of South Africa. Journey around 18 kilometres west to Soweto to check off its must-visit sights. From Mjebha Park to Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another corner of South Africa, head for Pretoria, roughly 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall are among its highlights.