Flying from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Johannesburg is six hours ahead of Charleston, where Charleston International Airport is located. Johannesburg follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to get on your CHS to Johannesburg flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to discover a new place or just have a break during your journey. When looking for a flight ticket from CHS to Johannesburg, deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is a popular stop on this route.
The journey from central Charleston to CHS takes around 3 hours 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel near CHS? If you're catching an early flight from Charleston International Airport to Johannesburg, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
81.5% of flights leaving Charleston International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. With its strong performance rating, delays are unlikely when flying out of CHS.
How to find the cheapest flights from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Johannesburg
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Charleston International Airport to Johannesburg flight is Rs235,117. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs449,048. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from CHS to Johannesburg. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a Charleston International Airport to Johannesburg ticket.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 29 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to JNB if you're coming in on a late flight from Charleston International Airport to Johannesburg. Settle into one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Travel at your own pace with an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and venture far and wide through Johannesburg and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from CHS to Johannesburg can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Once your flight from Charleston International Airport to Johannesburg has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
After stepping off your CHS to Johannesburg flight, rest your head at a hotel close to HLA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz make picking up a Lanseria International Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from HLA four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Travel to Johannesburg during high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Charleston International Airport to Johannesburg in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before locking in your Charleston International Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from CHS to Johannesburg around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
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. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Charleston International Airport to Johannesburg:
Maboneng Precinct and Constitution Hill are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Johannesburg must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Johannesburg Zoo.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of South Africa just waiting to be explored. Around 451 kilometres south-east of Johannesburg, a visit to Pietermaritzburg will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
Bloemfontein is another favourite destination in South Africa and is around 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. No journey is complete without visiting Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum.
