Flying from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour.
Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Hoedspruit.
Every week, there are 30 Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flights. If you want to jet off early, pick the 11:45 Airlink (South Africa) flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 14:30 with Airlink (South Africa).
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HDS to JNB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Getting to Johannesburg (and then exploring more of South Africa!) is a snap with Airlink (South Africa). This popular airline has direct flights from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with Airlink (South Africa) on this route.
Airlink (South Africa) leads the way as the most punctual carrier for HDS to JNB flights, with 81.08% of its services arriving on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight is Rs27,452. A return plane ticket right now is Rs55,575. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book five months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HDS to JNB.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from HDS to JNB.
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Handy information about Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS)
Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from HDS touch down on schedule 87.06% of the time.
To get to Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport from central Hoedspruit, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a hotel to stay in before your flight from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport? Consider Unembeza Boutique Lodge & Spa. Enjoy a good night's sleep here before heading to HDS.
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Fast-track your adventure 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.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks in advance.
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport to central Johannesburg has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 29 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The quietest month for a flight from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from HDS to JNB in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 20ºC on average.
Explore more of South Africa
You've visited Johannesburg, now it's time to explore other parts of South Africa. Travel around 18 kilometres west to Soweto to tick off its top attractions. From Mjebha Park to Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Pretoria is another essential stop in South Africa and is around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without experiencing 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.
