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Cheapest time to fly from Umtata to Johannesburg

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of March. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.

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Airlines that fly from Umtata to Johannesburg

South African Airways

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Distance: 603 kms

Umtata airports

Mthatha Airport (UTT)How far from city centre: 0 kms

Johannesburg airports

OR Tambo International Airport (JNB)How far from city centre: 1 kms

Lanseria Intl Apt (HLA)How far from city centre: 48 kms

Flights from Mthatha to Johannesburg: all you need to know

Johannesburg is South Africa’s largest city, a hub of history, culture, and natural beauty. Explore its storied past in Soweto, visit world-class museums, or experience its bustling markets and contemporary art scene. Johannesburg draws travellers looking to connect with a diverse urban landscape, from significant historical sites to thriving entertainment.

Flying from Mthatha to Johannesburg is a convenient journey. The average flight duration is around 1 hour and 30 minutes, ensuring a quick trip to the economic heart of South Africa. For pleasant weather and fewer crowds, consider travelling during the shoulder seasons of autumn (March to May) or spring (September to November). These periods offer moderate temperatures, ideal for sightseeing. During peak holiday seasons, flight prices may be higher and availability lower, so booking in advance is advisable. You will arrive at O.R. Tambo International Airport, a major gateway with excellent connections to the city centre and surrounding areas.

Information about Mthatha airports

You can fly from Mthatha to Johannesburg, with flights departing from Mthatha Airport. This facility handles commercial passenger traffic, serving as the primary air travel hub for Mthatha and its surrounding region, providing essential connectivity to major cities.

Mthatha Airport (MTH)

Mthatha Airport is situated a few kilometres west of the city centre. The airport features a single terminal building designed to facilitate easy passenger movement from check-in to boarding. Services at this Eastern Cape airport include limited retail outlets and car rental desks conveniently located within the terminal, assisting travellers upon arrival or departure. This regional airport plays a significant role in connecting the OR Tambo District Municipality to national air networks.

Airports in Johannesburg: good to know

Flights from Mthatha typically arrive at Johannesburg’s primary airport. This serves as a central hub for domestic air travel, connecting various regions across the country.

O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

This major aviation gateway is Africa's busiest airport, located east of Johannesburg. It features multiple terminals designed for efficient passenger flow, including a dedicated domestic terminal. The airport offers extensive facilities, from numerous retail outlets and dining options to currency exchange services and car rental desks. A Gautrain station is conveniently integrated, providing rapid rail links to Sandton, Rosebank, and Pretoria.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Umtata to Johannesburg

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?

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For flights from Umtata to Johannesburg, how can I find the cheapest price?

The cheapest price for a flight from Umtata to Johannesburg is R2321. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

How long does the flight from Umtata to Johannesburg take?

Flight length from Umtata to Johannesburg is around 01:26 hours on average, at an average distance of 603 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How is the weather in Johannesburg compared to Umtata?

While in Umtata the temperatures can reach an average of 34.88 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 3 mm ,Johannesburg's temperatures can go up to 31.84 ºC during the hot season, with 6 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -0.43 ºC in Johannesburg, compared to the 0.31 ºC average degrees reported in Umtata. During the winter period, Umtata can register 2.3 mm precipitation, while Johannesburg have an average of 0.9 mm rain level.

Which airports have flights between Umtata and Johannesburg?

The main route from Umtata to Johannesburg is: Mthatha Airport (UTT) to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). The following airlines fly this route:

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