Travelling from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, making Johannesburg three hours 30 minutes behind Bengaluru.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your BLR to JNB flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kempegowda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between BLR and JNB include:
Dubai Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Right now, $452 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kempegowda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $793. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BLR to JNB if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Kempegowda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
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Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Kempegowda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
BLR's address is Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
When it comes to Kempegowda International Airport's on-time performance, 71.17% of flights complete their journey on time.
Kempegowda International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Bengaluru. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near BLR. Whether you're catching an early flight from Kempegowda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Reserve a hotel near JNB if you're catching a late Kempegowda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and explore Johannesburg and beyond with your own wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport is approximately 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Johannesburg. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BLR to JNB around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Africa
Soweto is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be explored after you've seen Johannesburg. Around 18 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in South Africa, consider Pretoria, about 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall are key reasons to visit.