Flying from Johannesburg to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO): What you need to know
Kilimanjaro International Airport is located in Kilimanjaro. The city runs on the UTC+3 timezone and is one hour ahead of Johannesburg.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Johannesburg to JRO.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Airports in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Johannesburg to JRO leaving from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)
Kigali International Airport (KGL)
JNB is around 26 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Johannesburg to Kilimanjaro International Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport, data shows 75% of flights complete their journey on time.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
On public transport, you can travel from central Johannesburg to HLA in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Lanseria International Airport the day before your Johannesburg to JRO flight:
About Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
Once your flight from Johannesburg to Kilimanjaro International Airport has touched down, relax at a hotel close by. Kia Lodge is a comfortable option just a short drive from JRO.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Johannesburg to Kilimanjaro International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to central Kilimanjaro
Kilimanjaro International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Kilimanjaro. It takes around 45 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Kilimanjaro International Airport is 164 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 385 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Johannesburg to JRO. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Johannesburg to Kilimanjaro International Airport ticket.
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