Flying from Johannesburg to Newcastle International Airport (NCL): what you need to know
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is Johannesburg's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Newcastle International Airport (NCL) departing from here.
Newcastle is 2 hours behind Johannesburg. Newcastle International Airport is located in Newcastle, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Johannesburg to NCL, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Johannesburg to NCL. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
JNB is around 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will give you the best route and your public transport options.
Searching for a handy hotel near O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Johannesburg to Newcastle International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
About Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Johannesburg to Newcastle International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near NCL instead:
Getting from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to central Newcastle
From Newcastle International Airport, Newcastle is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 16 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 31 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
Book a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Newcastle International Airport from R 7,763 or travel return from just R 11,884. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from Johannesburg to NCL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Johannesburg to Newcastle International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when prices fall. Timing is key when finding cheap tickets from Johannesburg to NCL.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Johannesburg to Newcastle International Airport.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
June is the busiest month for flights from Johannesburg to Newcastle International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Newcastle in February when it's quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Newcastle. The warmest month is July. Lock in your flights from Johannesburg to NCL sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 21ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Newcastle International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Newcastle
Start your Newcastle trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Newcastle International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Newcastle Castle, The Tyne Bridge and Grainger Town are leading attractions which should feature on every Newcastle itinerary.
Complete your Newcastle trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Johannesburg to Newcastle International Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Newcastle. Explore the offers and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.
