General information
Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is the busiest airport on the African continent and home to South African Airways, Airlink, FlySafair, CemAir and LIFT. The airport is located in the northeast of South Africa at 1,694 metres above sea level. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport has more international connections than Cape Town Airport and in general flight tickets to Johannesburg are cheaper. There are many ATMs and money exchange offices at the airport. There are several excellent hotels near the airport, such as the luxurious InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Hotel.
Where is Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport situated?
The airport is located in Kempton Park east of Johannesburg. From Johannesburg you can reach the airport by following the R24 highway. Johannesburg, also known as Joburg, is located in Gauteng Province, one of the nine provinces in South Africa. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is close to Kruger National Park, but it is still a 5 hour drive (400 kilometres / 249 miles). Skukuza Airport is the only commercial airport within the Kruger National Park.
How many terminals does Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport have?
Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport has two terminals, namely International Terminal A and Domestic Terminal B. International Terminal A consists of International Terminal, International Pier and Central Terminal (Transit). Arrivals is located on the ground floor, Departures on the first floor. The airport is open 24 hours a day, in the terminals you can use free WiFi for 4 hours.
Which airlines fly from and to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
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KLM -
Air China
