Travelling from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport (KIM): what you need to know
Begin planning your trip by checking out the departure points for your flight from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport (KIM). Explore the options for setting off from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) or Lanseria International Airport (HLA), two of the city's main airports.
1 hour 17 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport.
Kimberley (where Kimberley Airport is located) and Johannesburg share the UTC+2 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
The most popular route is from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Kimberley Airport (KIM), with 70 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from JNB to KIM is the 06:20 CemAir option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 16:15 with Airlink.
Your flight from Johannesburg to KIM won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
You can jump on a direct flight from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport (KIM) leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
Airlink is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport departing from JNB.
From the centre of Johannesburg, JNB is approximately 29 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to reach the terminal.
After a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
About Kimberley Airport (KIM)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near KIM:
Getting from Kimberley Airport (KIM) to central Kimberley
Kimberley Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Kimberley. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport (KIM)
For a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport, R 1,199 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just R 2,531. These are currently the lowest fares but are subject to change based on availability.
Book 7 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Johannesburg to KIM.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport (KIM)
July is the most popular month for flights from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Kimberley in May when it's quieter.
Schedule your flight from Johannesburg to KIM for January if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kimberley to range from 19ºC to 34ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport in July when temperatures average between 3ºC and 20ºC.
More about Kimberley
After booking your flight from Johannesburg to Kimberley Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kimberley:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. The Big Hole and Open Mine Museum, The Big Hole and Kimberley Mine Museum are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Kimberley itinerary.
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