Flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Pietermaritzburg Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 5 minutes.
Flights from JNB to PZB start at 06:50 — the first with Airlink (South Africa). The last departure is at 18:30 with Airlink (South Africa). In total, there are 30 weekly O.R. Tambo International Airport to Pietermaritzburg Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your JNB to PZB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airlink (South Africa) is your gateway to discovering Pietermaritzburg (and perhaps some other exciting corners of South Africa!). Check out the direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Pietermaritzburg Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Airlink (South Africa) on this route.
With 75.82% of its services landing on schedule, Airlink (South Africa) is the most punctual carrier operating JNB to PZB flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Pietermaritzburg Airport flight is R 1,174. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 2,547. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from JNB to PZB by booking at least four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Schedule your trip for March. That's the cheapest month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Pietermaritzburg Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
77.1% of flights taking off from O.R. Tambo International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To reach O.R. Tambo International Airport from central Johannesburg, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Taking an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Pietermaritzburg Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near JNB:
Arriving at Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB)
If you're getting in on a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Pietermaritzburg Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near PZB:
Grab a Pietermaritzburg Airport rental car and explore Pietermaritzburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Firefly powered by Hertz, Hertz and Europcar are leading providers you can book with here.
Give yourself a better shot at getting a great price by booking as early as you can. Reserving your ride from Pietermaritzburg Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a smart move.
Getting from Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) to central Pietermaritzburg
From Pietermaritzburg Airport, Pietermaritzburg is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Pietermaritzburg Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Pietermaritzburg. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Pietermaritzburg Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Pietermaritzburg, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from JNB to PZB in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Pietermaritzburg is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of South Africa just waiting to be explored. About 72 kilometres south-east of Pietermaritzburg, a trip to Durban will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Moses Mabhida Stadium, Golden Mile and Umgeni River Bird Park.
Johannesburg is another well-known destination in South Africa and is around 451 kilometres north-west of Pietermaritzburg. No journey is complete without seeing Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo.
