Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2. The city is seven hours ahead of Dallas, where Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is located.
Leave enough time to get on your DFW to Johannesburg flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from DFW to Johannesburg with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
The journey from central Dallas to DFW takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to DFW? If you've booked an early flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Johannesburg, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
73.22% of flights departing from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
DFW is located at 2400 Aviation Dr.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Johannesburg
604 € is currently the best price for a one-way Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Johannesburg flight. Return plane tickets start from 1.000 €. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from DFW to Johannesburg, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Johannesburg is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest prices throughout the month and land a fantastic deal.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Johannesburg by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The distance from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is roughly 29 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near JNB if you have a late flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Johannesburg. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from DFW to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is around 48 kilometres from central Johannesburg. Once you've disembarked your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Johannesburg, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near HLA. Settle in and get cosy after your DFW to Johannesburg flight at any of these well-located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Lanseria International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the rates and availability from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from HLA four weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Travel to Johannesburg during high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Johannesburg during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in a Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Johannesburg plane ticket with a departure in January if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DFW to Johannesburg in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
More about Johannesburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Johannesburg right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Johannesburg:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Maboneng Precinct, Constitution Hill and Johannesburg Zoo are highlights which should be on any good Johannesburg itinerary.
Explore more of South Africa
Pietermaritzburg is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be discovered after you've seen Johannesburg. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
Bloemfontein is another sought-after destination in South Africa and is around 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without experiencing Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum.