Travelling from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2. The city is seven hours ahead of Minneapolis, where Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your MSP to Johannesburg flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from MSP to Johannesburg. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular options:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Travelling from central Minneapolis to MSP takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel close to MSP? If you've booked an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Johannesburg, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of the flights that depart from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% land on schedule at their destination.
The address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Johannesburg
Rs180,460 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Johannesburg flight. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs361,932. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from MSP to Johannesburg, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Johannesburg ticket.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MSP to Johannesburg by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Johannesburg.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is around 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 30 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Johannesburg, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near JNB:
Grab an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and explore Johannesburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from MSP to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Once your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Johannesburg has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
There are some great places ready to welcome you near HLA. Unwind and get cosy after your MSP to Johannesburg flight at any of these perfectly located options:
First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz make collecting a Lanseria International Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from HLA four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Before locking in your flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Johannesburg, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Johannesburg offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MSP to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 20ºC.
More about Johannesburg
After booking your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Johannesburg, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Maboneng Precinct, Constitution Hill and Johannesburg Zoo are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Johannesburg itinerary.
Explore more of South Africa
Pietermaritzburg is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've seen Johannesburg. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in South Africa, head for Bloemfontein, about 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum are the start of reasons to visit.
