Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to King Mswati III International Airport (SHO): what you need to know
A direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Mswati III International Airport takes 50 minutes (on average). Manzini's timezone is UTC+2 — the same as Johannesburg.
Every week, there are 94 flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Mswati III International Airport. The first flight from JNB to SHO is at 06:50 and the last is at 18:30.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
To see if you need a visa to enter Eswatini, contact your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have the latest information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from JNB to SHO.
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to King Mswati III International Airport (SHO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Mswati III International Airport is $133. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $230. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book 9 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from JNB to SHO.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Mswati III International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Located around 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg, O.R. Tambo International Airport can be reached in about 29 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 12 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near JNB. Whether you have an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Mswati III International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are just the thing:
Getting from King Mswati III International Airport (SHO) to central Manzini
King Mswati III International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Manzini. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 40 minutes.
When to fly to King Mswati III International Airport (SHO)
July is the busiest month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Mswati III International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Manzini in February.
The warmest month in Manzini is February, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Mswati III International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JNB to SHO in July. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 24ºC then.
More about Manzini
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the most popular stays in Manzini right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from JNB to SHO:
Manzini Market and Somhlolo Park (Jubilee Park) are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Manzini to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Old Stone Church Museum.
Complete your Manzini trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to King Mswati III International Airport, browse our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Manzini escape.