Travelling from Johannesburg to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Johannesburg. Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE) leaving from here.
Around 1 hour 45 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Johannesburg to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport flight.
Johannesburg and Harare (where Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport is located) share the UTC+2 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you land.
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE) is the most popular route. You can choose from 88 direct services a week between JNB and HRE.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Johannesburg to HRE. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
You can book a direct flight from Johannesburg to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE) leaving from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
Direct flights from Johannesburg to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport are offered by a good range of airlines at JNB. Book your seat with any of these:
The majority of travellers choose to book seats with Airlink from JNB to HRE.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is South African Airways.
JNB is around 26 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport:
75% of flights that depart Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport reach their destination on time.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Work a stopover into your journey at Cape Town International Airport (CPT). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Johannesburg to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE) leaving Lanseria International Airport.
HLA is about 40 kilometres from central Johannesburg. It'll take you 45 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Johannesburg to HRE flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Lanseria International Airport:
About Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Johannesburg to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near HRE instead:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around three weeks before your Johannesburg to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport flight.
Getting from Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE) to central Harare
Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Harare. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport is Rs26,271. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs58,247. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Snap up cheap flights from Johannesburg to HRE by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for August. That's the best month for landing cheap Johannesburg to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Johannesburg to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport (HRE). January is the busiest month to travel to Harare. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in December.
Lock in a Johannesburg to HRE plane ticket departing in October if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Harare to range from 14ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 26ºC.
More about Harare
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Harare right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Johannesburg to Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Intl Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Matusadona National Park, National Botanic Gardens and Thetford Game Reserve are attractions you won't want to skip in Harare.
Explore more of Zimbabwe
You've visited Harare, now it's time to discover other corners of Zimbabwe. Travel about 209 kilometres southeast to Mutare to tick off its popular sights. From MURAHWA HILL NATURE RESERVE to Holy Trinity Catholic Cathedral and Murahwa Hill's, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Gweru is another sought-after destination in Zimbabwe and is around 225 kilometres southwest of Harare. No journey is complete without visiting Kumadhaka Adventure Park, Midlands Museum and Gweru Military Aircraft Museum.


















