Flying from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
A direct flight from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport takes 55 minutes, on average. Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2 — identical to Nelspruit.
You can choose from 105 weekly flights from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. The 06:55 departure with Airlink (South Africa) is the earliest available from MQP to JNB. Airlink (South Africa) operates the latest service of the day at 18:35 if early starts aren't your thing.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you'd love to discover a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Cape Town International Airport is a popular stop between MQP and JNB.
After booking your cheap ticket from MQP to JNB, get your travel documents in order. A passport or visa isn't required since you're flying within South Africa. As long as you have another form of identification, such as an ID card or driver's license, you're good to go.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Rs10,437 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. A return flight starts from Rs20,802. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Book 8 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flights from MQP to JNB.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap flights from MQP to JNB. There's no need to search every day to see whether prices have dropped. We'll tell you as soon as the price changes.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.
Handy information about Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP)
Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from central Nelspruit. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 27 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near MQP? If you've booked an early flight from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
If you have a late flight from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near JNB:
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
From O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg is approximately 29 kilometres away. It takes around 29 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 12 minutes.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
July is the busiest month for flights from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Johannesburg in February.
Before locking in your flight from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap flights from MQP to JNB in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Johannesburg
As soon as you've locked in your flights from MQP to JNB, you'll want to find a hotel in Johannesburg. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
Constitution Hill and Maboneng Precinct are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Johannesburg itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Johannesburg Zoo.
There's more than one way to travel to Johannesburg. Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is another popular choice. Consider the range of flights offered at this domestic airport.
Complete your Johannesburg trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to O.R. Tambo International Airport, browse the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Johannesburg trip.
