Travelling from Johannesburg to Livingstone Airport (LVI): what you need to know
Johannesburg's main base, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Johannesburg to Livingstone Airport (LVI).
Take a direct flight from Johannesburg to Livingstone Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Livingstone (where Livingstone Airport is located) and Johannesburg share the UTC+2 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Livingstone Airport (LVI) is the most popular route. There are 71 direct flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with FlySafair at 12:40. Choose the first JNB to LVI departure operated by Airlink at 11:00 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from Johannesburg to LVI, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying over a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
You can find a direct flight from Johannesburg to Livingstone Airport (LVI) departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
When departing from JNB, you can take a direct flight from Johannesburg to Livingstone Airport with Airlink.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to explore a new city or just take a break during your trip. When searching for a flight from Johannesburg to LVI, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is one option if you're taking off from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
JNB is around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the fastest route and available public transport options.
In search of a handy hotel close to O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Johannesburg to Livingstone Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
About Livingstone Airport (LVI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Johannesburg to Livingstone Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LVI instead:
Getting from Livingstone Airport (LVI) to central Livingstone
From Livingstone Airport, Livingstone is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 13 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Livingstone Airport (LVI)
For a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Livingstone Airport, R 3,322 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just R 5,892. These are currently the lowest fares but may change depending on availability.
To score cheap tickets from Johannesburg to LVI, reserve your journey 8 months ahead of the departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Johannesburg to Livingstone Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when prices fall. The right timing can be the key to finding cheap tickets from Johannesburg to LVI.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Johannesburg to Livingstone Airport.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Livingstone Airport (LVI)
February is the quietest time to fly to Livingstone. Alternatively, follow the crowds and go in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Johannesburg to Livingstone Airport.
Schedule your flight from Johannesburg to LVI for October if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Livingstone to range from 20ºC to 38ºC.
Visit in July if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between 9ºC and 27ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Johannesburg to Livingstone Airport.
More about Livingstone
After locking in your flight from Johannesburg to Livingstone Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Livingstone:
One of the best ways to experience Livingstone is to explore its popular attractions. Essential stops include Victoria Falls, Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park and Railway Museum.
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