Travelling from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2. The city is three hours 30 minutes behind Lucknow, where Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your LKO to Johannesburg flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Finding a plane ticket from LKO to Johannesburg with a stopover is easy. Whether you'd like to potentially save on your fare or visit a new city, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to check out your options. A popular stop is Dubai Airport (DXB).
The journey from central Lucknow to LKO takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near LKO. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Johannesburg or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
69.64% of flights leaving from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) to Johannesburg
The best price we've seen for a one-way Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Johannesburg flight is $572. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,309. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from LKO to Johannesburg. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Johannesburg ticket.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to the centre of Johannesburg takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 29 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near JNB if you have a late flight from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Johannesburg. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from LKO to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
After your flight from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Johannesburg has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near HLA. Settle in and get cosy after your LKO to Johannesburg flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Lanseria International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and get going in the blink of an eye.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HLA can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Johannesburg. The city comes alive in high season, but prices are generally higher and top attractions can be crowded. Visit Johannesburg in the off-season for a more relaxed vibe.
Before booking a Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LKO to Johannesburg in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
More about Johannesburg
Once you've booked your flight from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Johannesburg, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Maboneng Precinct, Constitution Hill and Johannesburg Zoo are popular attractions which should be on any good Johannesburg itinerary.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you should also see. About 451 kilometres south-east of Johannesburg, a visit to Pietermaritzburg will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
Bloemfontein is another essential stop in South Africa and is around 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without visiting Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum.
