Flying from Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Quatro de Fevereiro Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.
Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, making Johannesburg one hour ahead of Luanda.
Each week, there are 17 Quatro de Fevereiro Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, pick the 10:20 TAAG flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 13:25 with Airlink (South Africa).
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LAD to JNB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airlink (South Africa) offers direct flights from Quatro de Fevereiro Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Johannesburg — and maybe even more of South Africa if you have time.
Airlink (South Africa) is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering LAD to JNB flights is Airlink (South Africa). Its services arrive without delay 65.52% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Quatro de Fevereiro Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LAD and JNB:
N'djili Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
At the moment, C$533 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Quatro de Fevereiro Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$864. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from LAD to JNB by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Quatro de Fevereiro Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD)
When it comes to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport's on-time performance, 69.02% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Quatro de Fevereiro Airport from central Luanda, it'll take around 10 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near LAD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Quatro de Fevereiro 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)
Book a hotel close to JNB if you're on a late Quatro de Fevereiro Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
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 popular providers you can book with here.
Booking 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
From O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg is approximately 29 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Quatro de Fevereiro Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Johannesburg in February.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Quatro de Fevereiro Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LAD to JNB in July. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
You've seen Johannesburg, now it's time to explore other parts of South Africa. Journey around 18 kilometres west to Soweto to tick off its leading attractions. From Mjebha Park to Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Pretoria is another favourite destination in South Africa and is around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without dropping by 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.