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Thu, Oct 29
Owerri QOWJohannesburg JNB
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Owerri QOWJohannesburg JNB
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Mon, Oct 26
Owerri QOWJohannesburg JNB
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Owerri QOWJohannesburg JNB
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Owerri QOWJohannesburg JNB
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Thu, Oct 29 – Mon, Nov 2
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Tue, Oct 27 – Fri, Oct 30
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How much do flights to Johannesburg cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£302

Cheapest round-trip

£594

Average round-trip

£684

Includes rare itinerary

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Most popular airline

Air Peace Limited

Getting from Johannesburg's airport to the city center

Fastest option: Gautrain rapid rail. Budget travelers often choose airport shuttle buses or metered taxis.

Johannesburg is served by O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), located 24 km east of the city center. As Africa's busiest airport, it offers several airport transfers to city center destinations including the Gautrain rapid rail service, metered taxis, ride-hailing apps, shuttle buses, and private transfers. The Gautrain provides the fastest and most reliable connection to Sandton and central Johannesburg, while road-based options offer flexibility for travelers with heavy luggage or destinations not on the rail network. Journey times by road vary significantly depending on traffic conditions, particularly during peak hours.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

15 min

R 185; single fare to Sandton

every 12 min (peak), every 20 min (off-peak)

fastest to Sandton

25-30 min

R 185; single fare; change at Marlboro

every 12–20 min (traffic dependent)

Johannesburg CBD access

30-60 min

R 450 – R 700; metered; varies by destination and traffic

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

30-60 min

R 300 – R 550; surge pricing may apply

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

budget door-to-door option

45-90 min

R 200 – R 400; shared service; varies by provider

scheduled departures (traffic dependent)

budget travelers with time

30-60 min

R 600 – R 1,200; pre-booked; fixed rate

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

business travelers, groups

30-60 min

R 400 – R 1,500; daily rate; excludes fuel

24/7 rental desks (traffic dependent)

flexibility and onward travel

Notes:

  • Prices in ZAR (South African Rand); table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • The Gautrain operates from approximately 05:30 to 20:30 on weekdays, with reduced hours on weekends.
  • Ride-hailing pickups at O.R. Tambo are from designated areas on the arrivals level.
  • Traffic on the N12 and R24 highways can significantly extend journey times during peak hours (07:00–09:00 and 16:00–18:00).
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Johannesburg

Depart from
Sam Mbakwe
Arrive to
O. R. Tambo International
Average flights per week
176
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from Owerri to Johannesburg

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Air Peace LimitedAPKP4No
Fly SafairSFRFAYes
TAAG Angola AirlinesDTADTYes
Ethiopian AirlinesETHETYes
A.P.G. Distribution System A1Yes

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Johannesburg

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January6°C-1°C
February8°C0°C
March12°C2°C
April16°C6°C
May20°C9°C
June25°C14°C
July28°C16°C
August27°C16°C
September22°C12°C
October17°C8°C
November11°C3°C
December7°C0°C
Hottest Month
28°C
July
Coldest month
-1°C
January
Sunny days
263
days per year
Snow days
13
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
10 Oct
21°C14°C
17 Oct
89%
17°C13°C
Sunday
11 Oct
20°C13°C
18 Oct
46%
17°C14°C
Monday
12 Oct
20°C13°C
19 Oct
17°C11°C
Tuesday
13 Oct
20°C13°C
20 Oct
16%
17°C10°C
Wednesday
14 Oct
12%
19°C13°C
21 Oct
22°C12°C
Thursday
15 Oct
21°C13°C
22 Oct
15°C8°C
Friday
16 Oct
11%
21°C14°C
23 Oct
16°C7°C
Book your trip to arrive at O. R. Tambo International, or Lanseria International. The most popular airlines for this route are Air Peace Limited, Fly Safair, TAAG Angola Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, and A.P.G. Distribution System. Owerri and Johannesburg have 176 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Owerri?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Owerri and Lagos, Abuja, London, Accra, Toronto, Dallas, Tenerife, Tunis, Alicante, Malta, Tel Aviv, Dubai, Chicago, Benin City, Kyiv, Brussels, San Antonio, Fayetteville, Little Rock, Jeddah.

What are the most popular routes to and from Johannesburg?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Johannesburg and London, Harare, Cape Town, Manchester, Gaborone, Durban, Edinburgh, Belfast, Bulawayo, Nairobi, Victoria Falls, Lusaka, Manzini, Bangkok, Windhoek, Dar es Salaam, Lagos, Dubai, George, Bloemfontein.

What airports are near Owerri?

The main airport in Owerri is Sam Mbakwe. It is also served by Port Harcourt International, Benin, Akanu Ibiam International, Sam Mbakwe, Asaba International, Akwa Ibom, Warri, Margaret Ekpo International.

Which airlines fly between Owerri and Johannesburg?

Currently, you can fly between Owerri and Johannesburg with Air Peace Limited, Fly Safair, TAAG Angola Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, A.P.G. Distribution System.

When’s the best time to travel between Owerri and Johannesburg?

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What flights operate between Owerri and Johannesburg?

Traveling between Owerri and Johannesburg, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.

How many airports are there near Owerri?

There are a number of airports in and around Owerri. The main one is Sam Mbakwe and other nearby airports include Port Harcourt International, Benin, Akanu Ibiam International, Sam Mbakwe, Asaba International, Akwa Ibom, Warri, Margaret Ekpo International

What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Owerri and Johannesburg depart?

This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Owerri, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.

What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Owerri and Johannesburg arrive?

This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred arrival time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to arrive at Johannesburg, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for arrival.

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