Airport Overview
OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) is a major international airport serving Johannesburg in ZA. It is a key transport hub identified by the IATA code JNB and ICAO code FAOR. You can find details on flight connections, car rental, and public transport options below.
Key Data
Elevation
- ft
Coordinates
-26.139,
28.246
Timezone
-
Runways
2
Expert Connection Tips for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport
South Africa's Main Hub: Good Africa Connections
Gautrain is the safest way to city center. Only use registered Uber/Taxis. Sandton is just a 15-minute ride away.
Gautrain: Airport to Sandton in 15 min
The Gautrain rapid rail connects JNB directly to Sandton (business district) in 15 min (ZAR 197) and to Pretoria in 40 min (ZAR 318). Trains run every 12-20 min from 05:30 to 21:00 on weekdays (less frequent on weekends). Safest and fastest city connection.
Use Uber or Bolt — Never Unmetered Taxis
Uber and Bolt are safe and widely used at JNB. Pick up from designated rideshare bays (follow signs). Metered taxis are also available — avoid any driver who approaches you speculatively inside the terminal. Do not display valuables or large amounts of cash.
Lounges & Services
Get VIP AccessAirports Free
4 hours or 1GB of free data.
Shongololo Lounge
Priority Pass
Intl Terminal A •
06:00 - 22:00
Decorated in African style, offers showers and wine.
Route Map
Current Weather
Now8°
Clear Sky
Wind
3 km/h
Thu
14° / 6°
Fri
12° / 2°
Sat
12° / 1°
Live Air Traffic
LIVE
Loading live
radar...
METAR Data
LIVE
FAOR 030400Z 27005KT CAVOK 10/04 Q1025 NOSIG
Source: NOAA Aviation Weather Center
Distance Calculator
Calculate flight time and distance from JNB to any airport in the world.
Calculate RouteNearby Airports
FAQ
The IATA code for OR Tambo International Airport is JNB.
OR Tambo International Airport is located in or near Johannesburg, ZA. View the map on this page for the exact location.
Popular Flights from JNB
Was this information helpful?
Found an error? Help us keep our data accurate.
Report an Issue
Community Comments