Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2. The city is seven hours ahead of Durham, where Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to catch your RDU to Johannesburg flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from RDU to Johannesburg, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Located around 16 kilometres from central Durham, RDU can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near RDU? If you've booked an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Johannesburg, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to Raleigh-Durham International Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Johannesburg
The best price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Johannesburg flight is Rs202,544. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs309,147. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from RDU to Johannesburg, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Landing cheap tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Johannesburg is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to get the best prices across every month and pick up an incredible deal.
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Airports in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
Book a hotel near JNB if you're coming in on a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Johannesburg. Pick one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Reserving your ride from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from RDU to Johannesburg can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Once your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Johannesburg has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 45 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 40 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near HLA. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your RDU to Johannesburg flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from HLA four weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Johannesburg. April is the busiest month to travel to Johannesburg. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Johannesburg plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from RDU to Johannesburg in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Johannesburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Johannesburg right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Johannesburg:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Nelson Mandela Statue, Apartheid Museum and Top of Africa are leading attractions which should be on every Johannesburg itinerary.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of South Africa waiting to be explored. Around 451 kilometres southeast of Johannesburg, a visit to Pietermaritzburg will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Sri Siva Soobramoiniar And Marriamen Temples, KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden and Butterflies for Africa.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in South Africa, head for Bloemfontein, roughly 370 kilometres southwest of Johannesburg. Naval Hill Planetarium, Naval Hill Nature Reserve and Kings Park Rose Garden are among the biggest draws.
