Flying from Johannesburg to Richards Bay Airport (RCB): what you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Johannesburg's main airports, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) or Lanseria International Airport (HLA). Explore your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Richards Bay Airport (RCB) taking off from either of these.
1 hour 10 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Johannesburg to Richards Bay Airport.
Richards Bay Airport is located in Richards Bay. The city's timezone is UTC+2 — the same as Johannesburg.
With 14 direct flights a week between the two airports, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Richards Bay Airport (RCB) is the most popular route. Airlink operates the earliest flight at 10:35. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from JNB to RCB is with Airlink at 16:00.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Johannesburg to RCB. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Take the express route from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Nonstop flights from Johannesburg to Richards Bay Airport (RCB) are available from here.
You can travel on a direct flight from Johannesburg to Richards Bay Airport with Airlink. This popular airline operates departures from JNB.
The distance from central Johannesburg to JNB is about 29 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Richards Bay Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to O.R. Tambo International Airport:
About Richards Bay Airport (RCB)
Reserve a hotel close to RCB if you're taking a late flight from Johannesburg to Richards Bay Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Richards Bay Airport (RCB) to central Richards Bay
Richards Bay Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Richards Bay. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 12 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Richards Bay Airport (RCB)
Rs16,168 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Richards Bay Airport. Return flights start from Rs33,008. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book 6 months ahead. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find cheap tickets from Johannesburg to RCB then.
To get the best price on your tickets from Johannesburg to Richards Bay Airport, schedule your trip for March (it's when flights are cheapest). Flexible on when you travel? Use the 'Whole month' function to zero in on the most affordable day to fly.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Johannesburg to Richards Bay Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Richards Bay Airport (RCB)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Johannesburg to Richards Bay Airport. August is the most popular month to travel to Richards Bay. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Schedule your flight from Johannesburg to RCB for February if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Richards Bay to range from 21ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Richards Bay Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 24ºC on average.
More about Richards Bay
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Richards Bay right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Johannesburg to Richards Bay Airport:
Pelican Island and Advantage Harbour Cruises are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Richards Bay travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Dockside Harbour Cruises.
Complete your Richards Bay trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Johannesburg to Richards Bay Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Richards Bay. Browse the deals and instantly compare your options on price, fuel policies, and more.
