Travelling from Amman to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) is Amman's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Amman to Johannesburg taking off from here.
Disembark at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), the major arrival point in Johannesburg.
Amman and Johannesburg are both in the UTC+2 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
To ensure you make your Amman to Johannesburg flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amman to Johannesburg
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Amman to Johannesburg flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your plane ticket from Amman to Johannesburg.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your Amman to Johannesburg flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Amman
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Amman to Johannesburg flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Queen Alia International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
AMM is about 27 kilometres from central Amman. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Want a convenient hotel close to Queen Alia International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Amman to Johannesburg, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
85.48% of flights departing from Queen Alia International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when flying out of AMM.
Arriving in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 30 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Amman to Johannesburg. Book 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 leading providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks in advance of your Amman to Johannesburg flight.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Central Johannesburg is approximately 32 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA). As soon as your flight from Amman to Johannesburg has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 50 minutes.
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Get the lowest price by booking your ride from HLA four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
February is the quietest month for flights from Amman to Johannesburg, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Johannesburg based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Amman to Johannesburg tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Amman to Johannesburg in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Johannesburg
Start your Johannesburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Amman to Johannesburg, browse our range of hotels including:
Constitution Hill and Maboneng Precinct are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Johannesburg travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Johannesburg Zoo.
Explore more of South Africa
Soweto is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Johannesburg. Around 18 kilometres to the west, popular attractions include Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
If you want to check out 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 highlights.
