Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Ahmedabad Airport (AMD): what you need to know
Ahmedabad's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Ahmedabad three hours 30 minutes ahead of Johannesburg.
To ensure you catch your JNB to AMD flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Ahmedabad Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between JNB and AMD include:
Hamad International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)
£259 is currently the best price for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Ahmedabad Airport flight. Return flights start at £448. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JNB to AMD if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Ahmedabad Airport.
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Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Johannesburg to O.R. Tambo International Airport is around 18 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Ahmedabad Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to JNB:
Arriving at Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)
If you're arriving on a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Ahmedabad Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near AMD:
Set your own pace with an Ahmedabad Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar to explore parts of Ahmedabad that most tourists miss.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Ahmedabad Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Ahmedabad Airport (AMD) to central Ahmedabad
From Ahmedabad Airport, Ahmedabad is approximately 7 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)
The quietest month for a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Ahmedabad Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Ahmedabad based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Ahmedabad Airport for May if you want to explore Ahmedabad during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 27ºC (81ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from JNB to AMD in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Ahmedabad has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be discovered. Around 280 miles south of Ahmedabad, a trip to Mumbai will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Marine Drive.
If you want to check out another side of India, consider Surat, roughly 130 miles south of Ahmedabad. Jagdishchandra Bose Aquarium, Dutch Gardens and Surat Castle are the start of reasons to visit.