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

The cheapest way to get from OR Tambo Airport to Pemba is to bus which costs $140 - $280 and takes 37h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from OR Tambo Airport to Pemba is to fly which takes 3h 7m and costs $370 - $800.

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

No, there is no direct bus from OR Tambo Airport to Pemba. However, there are services departing from Johannesburg and arriving at Pemba via Maputo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 14m.

How far is it from OR Tambo Airport to Pemba?

The distance between OR Tambo Airport and Pemba is 1946 km. The road distance is 2454.6 km.

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

The best way to get from OR Tambo Airport to Pemba without a car is to bus which takes 37h 14m and costs $140 - $280.

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

OR Tambo Airport to Pemba bus services, operated by TransLux Express, depart from Johannesburg station.

Bus or fly from OR Tambo Airport to Pemba?

The best way to get from OR Tambo Airport to Pemba is to fly which takes 3h 7m and costs $370 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $280 and takes 37h 14m.

Where does the OR Tambo Airport to Pemba bus arrive?

OR Tambo Airport to Pemba bus services, operated by TransLux Express, arrive at Maputo station.

Can I drive from OR Tambo Airport to Pemba?

Yes, the driving distance between OR Tambo Airport to Pemba is 2455 km. It takes approximately 35h 40m to drive from OR Tambo Airport to Pemba.

Where can I stay near Pemba?

There are 10+ hotels available in Pemba.

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

Q: How long does it take to get from OR Tambo Airport to Pemba?

It takes approximately 3h to fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Pemba Airport (POL), including transfers and time at the airport.

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There are 4 ways to get from OR Tambo Airport to Pemba by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Pemba Airport (POL)plane JNB - POL
3h 7m
$370–800
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Maputobus
2. Take the bus from Maputo to Pembabus
37h 14m
$140–272
Drive 2,454.6 km
1. Drive from OR Tambo Airport to Pembacar 2,454.6 km
35h 40m
$343–495
Bus via Pretoria
1. Take the bus from Paul Kruger & Scheiding St to Maputobus
2. Take the bus from Maputo to Pembabus
42h 7m
$175–335

Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Pemba Airport (POL) flights

14Weekly Planes

3h 33mAverage Duration

$329Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,946.4 km
Duration: 3h 7m

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

Airlink and Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique fly from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) to Pemba Airport (POL) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from OR Tambo Airport to Pemba via Marlboro, Park, Johannesburg, Maputo, and Maputo in around 37h 14m.

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