Flying from Johannesburg to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD): what you need to know
Johannesburg's main base, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Johannesburg to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD).
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 41 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Johannesburg to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport.
The timezone in Luanda is UTC+1, which is 1 hour behind Johannesburg. Quatro de Fevereiro Airport is located in Luanda.
The most popular route is from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD), with 15 direct weekly services. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from JNB to LAD is the 09:40 Airlink option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 16:40 with TAAG Angola Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from Johannesburg to LAD, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
You can jump on a direct flight from Johannesburg to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD) leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
If you want to leave from JNB, you can catch a direct flight from Johannesburg to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport with TAAG Angola Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Johannesburg to LAD. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
N'djili Airport (FIH)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
From the centre of Johannesburg, JNB is around 29 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Planning to catch an early flight from Johannesburg to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to O.R. Tambo International Airport:
About Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD)
Reserve a hotel close to LAD if you're catching a late flight from Johannesburg to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD) to central Luanda
Quatro de Fevereiro Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Luanda. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 9 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport is R 4,149. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 7,069. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap tickets from Johannesburg to LAD by booking 8 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Johannesburg to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD)
August is the busiest month for flights from Johannesburg to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Luanda in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Luanda is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Johannesburg to LAD in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Johannesburg to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport in July when temperatures average between 18ºC and 28ºC.
More about Luanda
Start your Luanda trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Fortaleza de Sao Miguel and National Anthropology Museum (Museu Nacional de Antropologia) are just two of the big attractions to put on your Luanda must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Ilha do Mussulo.
Complete your Luanda trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Johannesburg to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Luanda. Check out the offers and instantly compare options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.
