Flying from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2. The city is nine hours ahead of Portland, where Portland International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to make your PDX to Johannesburg flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tick off a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from PDX to Johannesburg, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
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Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
PDX is about 10 kilometres from central Portland. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Portland International Airport to Johannesburg? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near PDX:
Portland International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 83.65% of flights that depart PDX arrive at their destination without delay.
PDX's address is 7000 NE Airport Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Johannesburg
The best price we've seen for a one-way Portland International Airport to Johannesburg flight is ر.ق. 2,941. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 4,271. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from PDX to Johannesburg if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Finding cheap tickets from Portland International Airport to Johannesburg is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest fares across each month and walk away with a sweet deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from PDX to Johannesburg by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Portland International Airport to Johannesburg.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The distance from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is roughly 29 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Portland International Airport to Johannesburg. Book one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's main sights.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from PDX to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is around 48 kilometres from central Johannesburg. Once you've hopped off your flight from Portland International Airport to Johannesburg, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near HLA. Unwind and get cosy after your PDX to Johannesburg flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Lanseria International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and get going in the blink of an eye.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from HLA four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Portland International Airport to Johannesburg. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel rates are often higher and top attractions can be busy. Go to Johannesburg in the low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Portland International Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket with a departure in January if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from PDX to Johannesburg in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Johannesburg
After booking your flight from Portland International Airport to Johannesburg, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
Maboneng Precinct and Constitution Hill are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Johannesburg itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Johannesburg Zoo.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you'll want to see. Around 451 kilometres south-east of Johannesburg, a trip to Pietermaritzburg will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
If you want to check out another side of South Africa, head for Bloemfontein, roughly 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum are among its highlights.
