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O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

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"The gateway to Africa!"(18 Tips)
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"Good nusic, clean and a world class Airport"(9 Tips)
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Ryan BothaFebruary 20, 2012
Been here 5+ times
That claim of free wifi?? Its crap! There are 'AlwaysOn' hotspots littered all over the terminal, but they're not free! You have to pay for it! And most definitely not at cappello or piece a pizza!!
Pitsanupop ChalakornkulMay 31, 2014
Been here 10+ times
two trip transitting here and they broke my luggage lock in both trip. beware of anything you put in it. You might lose it if you transit here. #Disappointment
Cintain 昆遊龍November 14, 2023
Been here 5+ times
Back again and looking way better than last time. 😲🇿🇦
Tahir SemaJanuary 3, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Check in online. Saves you a considerable amount of time.
Shazia AhmedAugust 2, 2013
One of the quickest pp control and friendliest airports staffs ever..
Richard OtsSeptember 20, 2014
Been here 50+ times
Different lines depending on whether or not you require a visa. Don't get in the wrong line, it's a long wait.
Edwin KupsAugust 14, 2014
Been here 5+ times
I guess it's the best and biggest airport in Africa and deservedly so.
Adhi LaksonoAugust 9, 2014
It took us 3 hours to go out of the airport. Our bags and goods was checked over and over and over again. I think this needs to be improved.
Daniel GlattJune 22, 2014
SLOW IN THE CITY LOUNGE LOCAL DEPARTURES IS THE BEST LOUNGE.
MeruschkaDecember 6, 2013
Been here 25+ times
Finally free wifi! 50MB Per device!
Restless World CitizenFebruary 5, 2017
Many souvenir store and not much expensive vs. city prices .. but expect long queue for passport control ..
Karim GeorgeNovember 30, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Currency exchange offices beside the luggage carousel at the airport charge airline crew more fees on exchange than outside
Norbert Van Der NeutSeptember 10, 2018
Not much good here unfortunately. Slow services and over priced gift shops. The BA galleries lounge is too small and not enough seats when busy
ENID IRUNGUSeptember 28, 2015
The staff at Jacksons are great and the food us Worldclass
NevilleJune 13, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Make sure your travel agent knows that you need a Visa Waiver before traveling overseas. Could delay check-in by about 45 min.
Mark ClarkeAugust 24, 2014
Been here 25+ times
You can expect shocking service from passport control. Its like they doing you a favour instead of their job.
Rick EsterhuizenMarch 3, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Best parking service is Mr Parking!!!!
Andrew BC 翁 ÔNGJanuary 11, 2017
Great scenic views & getaway to Johannesburg
Dawid RutkowskiOctober 15, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Postcards on ground, stamps on 1st, postbox on ground :) all in central part of terminal.
Andy AndersonNovember 21, 2013
Been here 5+ times
The timeous arrival of your luggage is not directly proportionate to the speed you walk to the carousel. Slow down.
Travel ChickApril 10, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Love the slow lounge! Good food, but wifi could be stronger.
Thabiso KgabungApril 28, 2015
World class airport. Could get lost and wouldn't mind.
Kojo BaffoeFebruary 27, 2011
Been here 50+ times
It is useful to declare your electronics with customs. I've been checked before coming back in. Or perhaps it is coz of way I look?
Miguel ChanMay 19, 2016
Been here 25+ times
SAA lounge is spacious and awesome
Matt MaraisJanuary 22, 2014
Love the International Premier slow lounge... Compliments of my FNB Platinum Cheque Card #JustSaying ;)
Shaun SonnySeptember 25, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Qantas counter check in is very efficient. Good job👍
Paul TantonMarch 28, 2012
FNB Customer's don't forget to use the Slow Lounge it makes the trip so much more enjoyable.
Cris BaxterApril 22, 2013
If you have the ability use one of the lounges. Facilities in the terminal are very dated and basic.
Natalie Van WulvenDecember 8, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Could do with better selection of eateries once through securitu
Adriano Da SilvaSeptember 9, 2012
Been here 5+ times
The Ocean Basket sushi bar has a great variety of japanese food!
DJ DINO BRAVO®️December 25, 2013
Been here 100+ times
This Is The Biggest And Busiest Airport In Africa. Just Watch Out For Fake Taxi Drivers
TW ✈️👸🏻October 2, 2018
The boys in bright orange are there to help you and work on tips!
Scott🇭🇰🇨🇳🇹🇭🇨🇦July 1, 2013
No free wifi. And line up at immigration is chaotic as people from different queues can walk to different immigration desk counters. Watch out for porters who ask to help you with your luggages
Martijn VreugdeOctober 10, 2012
Been here 10+ times
The parking management take 40min to correct their known faulty parking bay ticket system
DChettyApril 4, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Use Long Term Parking for parking longer than 2 days. R70 for day 1 & then R30 for each day thereafter!
Ivans KayDecember 22, 2014
Been here 10+ times
It's the shortest stretch and yet the most expensive. I'm talking about Rhodesfield - OR Tambo International Airport
Gituma NturibiOctober 10, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Take the Gautrain from Rhodesfield, much cheaper and a stone's throw away
Romina DiazNovember 17, 2011
if you have time go out and take a tour for 100 usd to see the city
ColinJanuary 18, 2015
Been here 25+ times
There's more than one tax refund desk in case you find a long queue at that first one. Just keep walking.
Joey ChonaMay 25, 2013
Cannot over emphasize good planning when ever 1 has to come through here!
Simone ZanettiOctober 27, 2013
Been here 25+ times
Check your luggage before leaving the airport, they might have broken it, especially the wheels. Claim the damage at the airport before you leave.
Graeme HeddingJune 8, 2013
The Gautrain is the best option for getting into Jhb and PTA, world class!
Souri SoJanuary 27, 2017
Big city small airport and far from downtown
Luca GennariNovember 14, 2014
The gateway to Africa! Safe and very well organized.
Kristy AndersonAugust 28, 2013
Don't bother buying non-South African chocolate @ Big5 Duty Free if you are flying to Botswana or Namibia. It's not allowed. No free wi-fi in the airport either.
Marc LambriksNovember 28, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Very busy, long queues. No good restaurant behind customs or could not find them. Free WiFi for half hour.
Shaun SonnyAugust 4, 2016
Been here 10+ times
The Slow Lounge is the place to unwind before take off 👍
Kim MartinJuly 7, 2016
Comair need to get their act together! Always seem to have issues when we fly with them.
Abdülkerim BAHADIRDecember 13, 2014
I hope one day I'll come for visit there. Not for transer :)
RD Thompson🌇🌞🌘⚡August 13, 2012
Been here 5+ times
El al airlines to Israel security is really tight, get to checking 1h30 minutes earlier to make it easier.

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