Flying from Johannesburg to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ): What you need to know
Johannesburg's main base, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Johannesburg to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ).
The timezone in Abidjan is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Johannesburg. Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport is located in Abidjan.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Johannesburg to ABJ.
In peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Johannesburg to ABJ that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between JNB and ABJ include:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
The journey from central Johannesburg to JNB takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to O.R. Tambo International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of O.R. Tambo International Airport, data shows 77.1% of flights complete their journey on time.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
HLA is approximately 48 kilometres from central Johannesburg. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to reach the terminal driving from the city centre.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Johannesburg to ABJ flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Lanseria International Airport:
About Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Johannesburg to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near ABJ:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Green Motion to explore Abidjan and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Johannesburg to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
Rs88,685 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport. A return flight starts at Rs131,904. These fares can change based on demand.
To find cheap flights from Johannesburg to ABJ, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Johannesburg to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
February is the quietest month for flights from Johannesburg to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ), while August is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Abidjan based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Abidjan is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 30ºC. Book your Johannesburg to ABJ flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
August has temperatures of between 22ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Abidjan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Abidjan right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Johannesburg to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Grande Mosquée de la Riviera Palmeraie, Plage de Lido and Côte d'ivoire abidjan are top sights which should be on any well-planned Abidjan itinerary.
Explore more of Ivory Coast
Bouake is just one of the many cities in Ivory Coast waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Abidjan. Around 290 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Mosquée Issa Keïta, Cathedral Saint Michel and Great Mosque in Dar Es Salaam.
Another favourite stop in Ivory Coast, Divo is about 177 kilometres west of Abidjan. Plan to visit highlights including Bouaké.
