Travelling from Johannesburg to Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI): What you need to know
Johannesburg's main base, Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Johannesburg to Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI).
Take off on a direct Johannesburg to Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport is located in Livingstone. The city's timezone is UTC+2 — the same as Johannesburg.
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI) is the busiest route, with 7 direct services each week. Travel from JNB to LVI on Airlink (South Africa)'s 8:25am flight.
To ensure you catch your flight from Johannesburg to LVI, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as April and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Airports in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Johannesburg to Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI) depart from this terminal.
When departing from JNB, you can catch a direct flight from Johannesburg to Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport with Airlink (South Africa).
Most travellers choose to fly with Airlink from JNB to LVI.
With 70.18% of services landing as planned, Airlink is the leading performer for punctuality on this route.
The journey from central Johannesburg to JNB takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Johannesburg to Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels close to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport, 75% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Johannesburg to Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport. Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is one of the main options between Lanseria International Airport and LVI.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Johannesburg to HLA in about 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 45 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Johannesburg to LVI flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Lanseria International Airport:
About Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI)
Have a late flight from Johannesburg to Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near LVI and fast-forward to bedtime:
Getting from Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI) to central Livingstone
From Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport, central Livingstone is around 8 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI)
Currently, Rs61,935 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs121,589. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Johannesburg to LVI, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Livingstone. August is when most people book flights from Johannesburg to Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport (LVI), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
When booking your Johannesburg to LVI plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. October is the warmest month in Livingstone, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 38ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 30ºC.
More about Livingstone
After booking your flight from Johannesburg to Harry Mwaanga Nkumbula International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Livingstone:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Livingstone when you're ready to go sightseeing. Make your way to Victoria Falls (Mosi-oa-Tunya) National Park followed by Victoria Falls and Zambezi River , livingstone section.
Explore more of Zambia
Livingstone is only a small part of what Zambia offers. Head onward to Choma, which is around 161 kilometres away to the northeast. From The Choma Museum and Crafts Centre to Choma Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy in this popular city.
Monze is another place worth exploring during your travels in Zambia. Make your way to this destination, which is around 241 kilometres northeast of Livingstone, to see highlights like Lochinvar National Park.