Flying from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport to Johannesburg and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour.
Johannesburg and Hoedspruit (where Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport is located) are in the UTC+2 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the most traveled route, with 27 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from HDS to JNB is with Airlink (South Africa) at 14:30. Opt for the first departure operated by Airlink (South Africa) at 11:45 if you want to fly out earlier.
Leave plenty of time to make your HDS to Johannesburg flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport to Johannesburg ticket. Start your journey at HDS and touch down at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
Get on board with Airlink (South Africa). This well-known airline operates direct flights from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport to Johannesburg.
To reach HDS from central Hoedspruit, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. It's roughly 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from HDS touch down on schedule 87.06% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) to Johannesburg
ج.م. 5,007 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport to Johannesburg flight. A return flight ticket right now is ج.م. 9,929. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from HDS to Johannesburg if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is around 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport to Johannesburg. Book one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion to explore Johannesburg and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from HDS to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. After your flight from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport to Johannesburg, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Following your HDS to Johannesburg flight, unwind at a hotel close to HLA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Pick up a Lanseria International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the rates and availability from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz.
Score the best price by reserving your ride from HLA four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Before scheduling your flights from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport to Johannesburg, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Johannesburg offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Lock in a Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket with a departure in January if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from HDS to Johannesburg around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Johannesburg
Start your Johannesburg trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport to Johannesburg, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Maboneng Precinct and Constitution Hill are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Johannesburg must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Johannesburg Zoo.
Explore more of South Africa
Pietermaritzburg is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Johannesburg. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
Bloemfontein is another sought-after destination in South Africa and is around 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without a visit to Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum.
