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Telefonnummer: +27 11 921 6262
Street address:
OR Tambo International Airport
1 Jones Rd
Kempton Park
Johannesburg
1632
Südafrika
GPS Coordinates:
Longitude: 28,246°
Latitude: -26,139°
Summary
OR Tambo International Airport is a medium sized airport in South Africa, serving the region of Johannesburg, Kempton Park, Ekurhuleni, Gauteng. The longest runway is 14.495 feet or 4.418 meters long.
Facts:
Local name: Johannesburg International Airport Airport size: large airport Serving area: Johannesburg, Kempton Park, Ekurhuleni, Gauteng Longest runway: 14495 (ft)
Codes:
IATA: JNB,
ICAO: FAJS
Flight information:
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About the airport
OR Tambo International Airport, with the IATA code JNB and the ICAO code FAJS, is the largest and busiest airport in South Africa. Located in Johannesburg, it serves as a major gateway to the country and the African continent. The airport is named after Oliver Reginald Tambo, a prominent anti-apartheid activist.
OR Tambo International Airport offers a wide range of facilities and services to ensure a smooth and comfortable travel experience. It has multiple terminals, including domestic and international terminals, which are well-connected and easily accessible. The airport boasts a variety of shops, restaurants, and duty-free outlets, providing ample opportunities for shopping and dining.
Passengers can enjoy free Wi-Fi throughout the airport, as well as currency exchange services, ATMs, and banking facilities. There are also numerous car rental agencies available for those who wish to explore the city or country. The airport provides excellent transportation links, with various options for getting to and from the city center, including taxis, shuttles, and a dedicated Gautrain station.
OR Tambo International Airport prioritizes passenger safety and security, with efficient baggage handling systems and strict security measures in place. The airport also offers a range of passenger services, including lounges, medical facilities, and special assistance for disabled travelers.
Overall, OR Tambo International Airport is a modern and well-equipped facility, ensuring a pleasant and convenient travel experience for all visitors to South Africa.
Hotels and places to stay
JNB PEERMONT D OREALE GRANDE
InterContinental Hotels JOHANNESBURG O.R.TAMBO AIRPORT
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo Int Airport
Protea Hotel O.R. Tambo Airport
Premier Hotel O.R. Tambo
Avon Road Guest House
Protea Hotel O R Tambo Airport Transit
Dove's Nest Guest House
SOUTHERN SUN OR TAMBO INTERNATIONAL
JNB PEERMONT METCOURT SUITES
Videos from the area of the airport
Ian's Australia Trip - Arriving Johannesburg (2014-08-31)
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport, in Johannesburg, South Africa on Qantas QF63 after departing from Sydney , Australia (2014-08-31) , Captured with Hyperlapse (http://bit.ly/1qXdhXm)
Gautrain: High-speed rail in South Africa
Three minutes of sights and sounds from a brief journey from Sandton, just north of Johannesburg, to O R Tambo International Airport.
Flight back to the UK
Heading back to the UK from South Africa - Just reflecting on my trip in SA with North Start Foundation.
A380 Landing at JNB in storm struck by lightning strong crosswind
LH 572 Landing in Johannesburg on 14th of November, 2014. The view is from the camera in the tail, and I thought the landing was going to be a little interesting. The actual strike is just...
New kulula ticket sales counter revealed #kululashake
Watch our kulula shake as we reveal our new ticket sales counter at OR Tambo International. Our staff and CEO, Erik Venter, could no longer hide their excitement. We challenge you to send us...
Arrival at Johannesburg International Airport
Back in 1995, I visited South Africa. Video camera's were rather expensive in those days. And of course there was no "High Definition" video. Nonetheless this gives a good idea of the green...
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Bigger and popular cities in the wider vicinity are these:
- Balfour
- Brits
- Carletonville
- Delmas
- Germiston
- Heidelberg
- Johannesburg
- Krugersdorp
- Meyerton
- Parys
- Pretoria
- Randfontein
- Riverlea
- Sasolburg
- Vanderbijlpark
- Vereeniging
- Westonaria
These are some smaller cities that might be interesting. They are all rather close.
- Antwerp
- Aston Manor
- Atlasville
- Bartlett
- Benoni
- Boksburg
- Boksburg North
- Bonaero Park
- Edendale
- Edenvale
- Elmapark
- Glenmarais
- Greenstone Hill
- Heather Bell
- Jet Park
- Kempton Park
- Lakefield
- Lakeside
- Libradene
- Marister
- Meadowdale
- Modderfontein
- Northmead
- Primrose
- Ravenswood
- Reiger Park
- Rhodesfield
- Spartan
- Wattville
- Witfield