Travelling from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Indira Gandhi International Airport is located in New Delhi. Following the UTC+2 timezone, Johannesburg is three hours 30 minutes behind New Delhi.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your DEL to Johannesburg flight.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from DEL to Johannesburg with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of New Delhi, DEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to DEL? If you've booked an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Johannesburg, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of the flights that depart from Indira Gandhi International Airport, 67.17% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Johannesburg
ر.ق. 1,185 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Johannesburg flight. A return ticket right now is ر.ق. 2,180. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from DEL to Johannesburg. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Johannesburg throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to JNB if you're coming in on a late flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Johannesburg. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Say yes to new adventures 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.
Booking your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from DEL to Johannesburg can help you secure the lowest rate.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. Once you've disembarked your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Johannesburg, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near HLA. Unwind and get cosy after your DEL to Johannesburg flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Lanseria International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HLA will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Before scheduling your flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Johannesburg, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Johannesburg offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your Indira Gandhi International Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from DEL to Johannesburg in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Johannesburg
Once you've booked your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Johannesburg, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
Maboneng Precinct and Constitution Hill are just two of the big attractions to put on your Johannesburg must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Johannesburg Zoo.
Explore more of South Africa
Pietermaritzburg is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've seen 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 standout destination in South Africa and is around 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. No journey is complete without experiencing Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum.
