Flying from Johannesburg to Dallas: what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Johannesburg. Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Johannesburg to Dallas jetting off from here.
Disembark at Dallas's chief entry point, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).
The timezone in Dallas is UTC-6, which is eight hours behind Johannesburg.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Johannesburg to Dallas flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Dallas
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Johannesburg to Dallas flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
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Flying from Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Johannesburg to Dallas flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
JNB is about 23 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Johannesburg to Dallas or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of the departures from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, 75% land on time at their destination.
Arriving in Dallas
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Dallas. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Johannesburg to Dallas. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DFW instead:
Pick up a Dallas Fort Worth International Airport rental car and explore Dallas and beyond with your own set of wheels. Easirent, Europcar and Thrifty are top outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport around one week in advance of your Johannesburg to Dallas flight.
The address for DFW is 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
Central Dallas is about 6 kilometres from Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL). Once your flight from Johannesburg to Dallas has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 45 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to DAL. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Johannesburg to Dallas:
Easirent, Thrifty and Dollar make picking up a Dallas Love Field Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from DAL three weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
The address for Dallas Love Field Airport is 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
Best time to go to Dallas
July is the busiest month for flights from Johannesburg to Dallas. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Dallas in March.
When booking your Johannesburg to Dallas tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Dallas, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 41ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Johannesburg to Dallas in January when temperatures average between 1ºC and 16ºC.
More about Dallas
Start your Dallas trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Dallas, explore our selection of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Dallas Symphony Orchestra at Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art are attractions you won't want to skip in Dallas.
Explore more of the United States
Houston is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Dallas. Around 370 kilometres to the south, its top attractions include Audrey Jones Beck Building at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Menil Collection.
Around 402 kilometres southwest of Dallas, San Antonio is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at San Antonio River Walk, Selena Quintanilla Mural and Historic Market Square.
