Flying from King Fahd International Airport (DMM) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, making Johannesburg one hour behind Dammam.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your DMM to JNB flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Fahd International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DMM and JNB:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Fahd International Airport (DMM) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
247 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way King Fahd International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. Return flights start at 373 €. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DMM to JNB if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from King Fahd International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and score a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from DMM to JNB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from King Fahd International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about King Fahd International Airport (DMM)
King Fahd International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from DMM land at their destination as scheduled 83.88% of the time.
To get to King Fahd International Airport from central Dammam, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 50 minutes on public transport.
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Book a hotel near JNB if you're catching a late King Fahd International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running 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 rate by booking your ride 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 roughly 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The quietest month for a flight from King Fahd International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from King Fahd International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport for January if you want to explore Johannesburg during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DMM to JNB in July. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
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