Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP): what you need to know
Around 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport.
Johannesburg and Nelspruit are in the same timezone, UTC+2.
Take your pick of 119 weekly O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport flights. The 07:00 departure with Airlink (South Africa) is the earliest flight available. Airlink (South Africa) operates the last service of the day at 18:10.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your JNB to MQP flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airlink (South Africa) offers direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Nelspruit — and maybe even more of South Africa if you have time.
Most travellers choose to fly with Airlink (South Africa) on this route.
With an impressive 85.45% of services landing on schedule, Airlink (South Africa) has the best on-time performance for JNB to MQP flights.
Opt for a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport. Cape Town International Airport is a popular stopover on the JNB to MQP route.
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport flight is ج.م. 1,847. A return ticket right now is ج.م. 4,234. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JNB to MQP if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Of all flights departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to O.R. Tambo International Airport from central Johannesburg, it takes about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near JNB. Whether you have an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MQP instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, First - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and discover more of Nelspruit and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) to central Nelspruit
From Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, Nelspruit is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP)
The quietest month for a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Nelspruit based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Nelspruit is February, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from JNB to MQP in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 24ºC on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Durban is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've seen Nelspruit. Around 483 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Moses Mabhida Stadium, Golden Mile and Umgeni River Bird Park.
If there's time to check out another great destination in South Africa, consider Johannesburg, about 306 kilometres west of Nelspruit. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are highlights.
