Flying from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
Johannesburg is three hours 30 minutes behind Mumbai and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Your BOM to JNB flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BOM and JNB include:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
C$332 is the lowest price for a one-way Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. A return flight starts at C$541. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BOM to JNB if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and score a great deal.
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Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
When it comes to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 61.63% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport from central Mumbai, it'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to BOM? If you've booked an early flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
If you're coming in on a late Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near JNB:
Begin your adventure by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Johannesburg and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around 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 get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Johannesburg. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BOM to JNB in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of South Africa just waiting to be discovered. Around 18 kilometres west of Johannesburg, a visit to Soweto will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
Pretoria is another essential stop in South Africa and is around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. No journey is complete without dropping by 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.