Flying from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Around 4 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Entebbe International Airport to Johannesburg.
Entebbe International Airport is located in Entebbe. Following the UTC+2 timezone, Johannesburg is one hour behind Entebbe.
With seven weekly flights between the two airports, Entebbe International Airport (EBB) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the most popular route. Hop on Uganda Airlines's 08:30 flight to get your journey from EBB to JNB underway.
Leave enough time to make your EBB to Johannesburg flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
You can book a direct Entebbe International Airport to Johannesburg ticket. Begin your trip at EBB and end it at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
Uganda Airlines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Entebbe International Airport to Johannesburg.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from EBB to Johannesburg with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Kigali International Airport (KGL)
EBB is around 3 kilometres from central Entebbe. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel near EBB? If you're boarding an early flight from Entebbe International Airport to Johannesburg, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of all flights leaving Entebbe International Airport, 64.59% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) to Johannesburg
$401 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Entebbe International Airport to Johannesburg flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is $483. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Lock in cheap flights from EBB to Johannesburg by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring an epic deal on Entebbe International Airport to Johannesburg tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The distance from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is roughly 29 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Entebbe International Airport to Johannesburg. Book one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Grab an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and explore Johannesburg and beyond with your own wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from EBB to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. Following your flight from Entebbe International Airport to Johannesburg, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Following your EBB to Johannesburg flight, kick back at a hotel close to HLA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Lanseria International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at HLA can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Before securing your flights from Entebbe International Airport to Johannesburg, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Johannesburg offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Entebbe International Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from EBB to Johannesburg around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Johannesburg
Once you've booked your flight from Entebbe International Airport to Johannesburg, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Maboneng Precinct, Constitution Hill and Johannesburg Zoo are must-do's during your Johannesburg adventure.
Explore more of South Africa
Pietermaritzburg is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've seen Johannesburg. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
Bloemfontein is another must-experience destination in South Africa and is around 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without experiencing Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum.