Travelling from Johannesburg to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA): what you need to know
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is Johannesburg's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Johannesburg to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA) leaving from here.
The average duration of a direct flight from Johannesburg to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes.
Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport is located in Ndola. The city's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Johannesburg.
The most popular route is from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA), with 10 direct weekly services. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from JNB to NLA is the 10:15 Airlink service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 10:15 with Airlink.
To ensure you get on your flight from Johannesburg to NLA, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a popular month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Direct flights from Johannesburg to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA) operate from here.
When departing from JNB, you can catch a direct flight from Johannesburg to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport with Airlink.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to discover a new place or just take a break during your journey. When booking your flight from Johannesburg to NLA, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is an option if you're departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
JNB is roughly 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Need a convenient hotel close to O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
About Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Johannesburg to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near NLA instead:
Getting from Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA) to central Ndola
Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from central Ndola. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 7 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport is R 3,749. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,106. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from Johannesburg to NLA, book your trip 7 months before your departure.
You'll land the best savings on your tickets from Johannesburg to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport if you plan your break for April. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA)
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Johannesburg to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Ndola. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Johannesburg to NLA for October if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Ndola to range from 18ºC to 35ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Johannesburg to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport in July when temperatures average between 10ºC and 27ºC.
More about Ndola
After booking your flight from Johannesburg to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ndola:
One of the best ways to experience Ndola is to explore its most popular sights. Highlights include Copperbelt Museum, Minsundu Recreational Park and Mosque.
Complete your Ndola trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Johannesburg to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport to track down your perfect ride. Check out our car rentals in Ndola and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.
