Travelling from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport (KIM): What you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Johannesburg's main airports, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) or Lanseria International Airport (HLA). Explore your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport (KIM) leaving from either of these.
The average length of a direct Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport flight is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Kimberley's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Johannesburg. Kimberley Airport is located in Kimberley.
With 29 direct weekly flights between the two airports, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Kimberley Airport (KIM) is the busiest route. CemAir operates the earliest flight at 6:20am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest departure from JNB to KIM is with Airlink (South Africa) at 4:25pm.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Johannesburg to KIM. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
During peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and arrive 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)
You can hop on a direct flight from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport (KIM) departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
Airlink (South Africa) is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport leaving from JNB.
The most frequently booked airline between JNB and KIM is Airlink (South Africa).
Airlink (South Africa) leads the way in punctuality. A reliable 90.58% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
JNB is around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
77.1% of flights that leave from O.R. Tambo International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to HLA from Johannesburg's centre in about 50 minutes. The airport is approximately 48 kilometres away.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Johannesburg to KIM flight? Unwind in a hotel near Lanseria International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
About Kimberley Airport (KIM)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near KIM instead:
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport (KIM)
Currently, Rs19,227 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs38,576. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Johannesburg to KIM, book your ticket 11 months before your planned departure.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport (KIM)
July is the most popular month for flights from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport (KIM). Visit Kimberley in May for a more laid-back experience.
When booking your Johannesburg to KIM flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. January is the warmest month in Kimberley, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 34ºC.
July has temperatures of between 3ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Kimberley
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Kimberley right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. The Big Hole, The Big Hole and Open Mine Museum and Kimberley Mine Museum are leading attractions which should feature on any good Kimberley itinerary.
Explore more of South Africa
Bloemfontein is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've seen Kimberley. Around 145 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Nelson Mandela Statue, Naval Hill Planetarium and Bird Sanctuary.
Welkom is another favourite destination in South Africa and is around 209 kilometres north-east of Kimberley. No journey is complete without visiting Up Town Park, Voortrekker Memorial, Welkom and mandela park.
