What is the cheapest way to get from Mthatha to OR Tambo Airport?

The cheapest way to get from Mthatha to OR Tambo Airport is to bus which costs R 550 - R 950 and takes 13h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mthatha to OR Tambo Airport?

The fastest way to get from Mthatha to OR Tambo Airport is to fly which takes 1h 41m and costs R 2 200 - R 4 400.

Is there a direct bus between Mthatha and OR Tambo Airport?

No, there is no direct bus from Mthatha to OR Tambo Airport. However, there are services departing from Mthatha and arriving at Johannesburg via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 32m.

How far is it from Mthatha to OR Tambo Airport?

The distance between Mthatha and OR Tambo Airport is 617 km. The road distance is 848.6 km.

How do I travel from Mthatha to OR Tambo Airport without a car?

The best way to get from Mthatha to OR Tambo Airport without a car is to bus which takes 13h 32m and costs R 550 - R 950.

How long does it take to get from Mthatha to OR Tambo Airport?

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Mthatha to OR Tambo Airport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mthatha to OR Tambo Airport bus from?

Mthatha to OR Tambo Airport bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, depart from Mthatha station.

Bus or fly from Mthatha to OR Tambo Airport?

The best way to get from Mthatha to OR Tambo Airport is to fly which takes 1h 41m and costs R 2 200 - R 4 400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 550 - R 950 and takes 13h 32m.

Where does the Mthatha to OR Tambo Airport bus arrive?

Mthatha to OR Tambo Airport bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, arrive at Johannesburg station.

Can I drive from Mthatha to OR Tambo Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between Mthatha to OR Tambo Airport is 849 km. It takes approximately 10h 58m to drive from Mthatha to OR Tambo Airport.

Where can I stay near OR Tambo Airport?

There are 4956+ hotels available in OR Tambo Airport.

Mthatha to OR Tambo Airport - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Mthatha to OR Tambo Airport by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB)plane UTT - JNB
1h 41m
R 2,289–4,306
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mthatha to Johannesburgbus 17202 / ...
13h 32m
R 567–942
Drive 848.6 km
1. Drive from Mthatha to OR Tambo Airportcar 848.6 km
10h 58m
R 1,914–2,765
Bus via Pretoria
1. Take the bus from Umtata to Pretoriabus
21h 1m
R 976–1,592

Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) flights

21Weekly Planes

1h 20mAverage Duration

R 2,269Cheapest Price

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Distance: 616.7 km
Duration: 1h 41m

What companies run services between Mthatha, South Africa and OR Tambo Airport, South Africa?

Airlink flies from Mthatha Airport (UTT) to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Greyhound ZA operates a bus from Mthatha to Johannesburg 3 times a day. Tickets cost R 500–750 and the journey takes 12h 50m.

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