Travelling from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2, which is seven hours ahead of Dallas.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your DFW to JNB flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between DFW and JNB include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
$973 is currently the best price for a one-way Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,612. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DFW to JNB if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from DFW to JNB by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.
Handy information about Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
The address for DFW is International Pkwy.
73.22% of flights taking off from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Dallas to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 3 hours 55 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to DFW:
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
If you have a late Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near JNB:
Grab an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and discover Johannesburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are top providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks ahead.
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
From O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg is approximately 29 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Johannesburg in February.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from DFW to JNB in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of South Africa waiting to be discovered. About 18 kilometres west of Johannesburg, a visit to Soweto will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
Around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg, Pretoria is another favourite stop in South Africa. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.