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

The cheapest way to get from OR Tambo Airport to Mthatha is to bus which costs R 550 - R 1 000 and takes 14h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from OR Tambo Airport to Mthatha is to fly which takes 1h 41m and costs R 2 300 - R 4 300.

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

No, there is no direct bus from OR Tambo Airport to Mthatha. However, there are services departing from Johannesburg and arriving at Mthatha via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 22m.

How far is it from OR Tambo Airport to Mthatha?

The distance between OR Tambo Airport and Mthatha is 617 km. The road distance is 845.2 km.

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

The best way to get from OR Tambo Airport to Mthatha without a car is to bus which takes 14h 22m and costs R 550 - R 1 000.

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

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

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

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

Bus or fly from OR Tambo Airport to Mthatha?

The best way to get from OR Tambo Airport to Mthatha is to fly which takes 1h 41m and costs R 2 300 - R 4 300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 550 - R 1 000 and takes 14h 22m.

Where does the OR Tambo Airport to Mthatha bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from OR Tambo Airport to Mthatha?

Yes, the driving distance between OR Tambo Airport to Mthatha is 845 km. It takes approximately 10h 53m to drive from OR Tambo Airport to Mthatha.

Where can I stay near Mthatha?

There are 63+ hotels available in Mthatha.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Mthatha Airport (UTT)plane JNB - UTT
1h 41m
R 2,354–4,263
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Mthathabus 17202 / ...
14h 22m
R 571–953
Drive 845.2 km
1. Drive from OR Tambo Airport to Mthathacar 845.2 km
10h 53m
R 1,907–2,754
Bus via Pretoria
1. Take the bus from Pretoria to Umtatabus
21h 51m
R 974–1,581

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

21Weekly Planes

1h 20mAverage Duration

R 2,269Cheapest Price

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Distance: 616.6 km
Duration: 1h 41m

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

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

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