What percentage of Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg flights are direct?

Across the trailing 90 days, 100% of flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg have historically been direct. This means travelers can typically expect non-stop service for this route. The high percentage of direct flights indicates consistent availability of straightforward travel options between these two cities.

How long does it take to fly from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg?

A direct flight from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg typically takes 1 hour and 5 minutes. The median duration for direct flights on this route is 65 minutes. This travel time is for a direct journey covering a distance of approximately 444 kilometers. Travelers can generally expect a quick and efficient flight between these two locations.

Should I set a price alert for Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg flights?

Historically, deals for flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg are classified as frequent. This suggests that price fluctuations and opportunities for savings occur regularly. Setting a price alert can be beneficial to capture these frequent deals as they become available. Given the consistent nature of price changes, an alert could help travelers secure a more favorable fare.

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Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

A typical journey from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg takes about 2h 10m. This is a short-haul flight, covering a distance of 444 kilometers. Since almost all itineraries are non-stop, this duration primarily reflects direct flight times.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg, fares typically range from $213 to $274, with a median price of $227. Right now, current fares are below the typical level. However, the share of recent fares classified as a good price is 0%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg? The most affordable month to fly is typically April, with a median fare of $125. Following closely are March, with a median of $146, and May, where the median fare is $191. Considering these trends can help you find more economical travel options.

When flying from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 100% of recent fares being direct flights. This means you can expect a straightforward journey without connections. New deals for this route appear almost daily, indicating frequent opportunities to find suitable flights.

How much is a round trip from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

Regular price: $90 - $202

Prices for flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg are currently above the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg is between $90 and $202. The current lowest deal is $203 with Airlink for travel from Nov 6-Nov 8.

now $203

Low $90

High $202

The cheapest time to fly from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from PZB to JNB is April, with a median price of $125. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $255. Prices are generally lower from March to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $125

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $255

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PZB - Johannesburg

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$169

$245

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PZB - Johannesburg

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$146

$247

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

PZB - Johannesburg

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$156

$216

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PZB - Johannesburg

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$148

$209

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

PZB - Johannesburg

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$115

$210

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

PZB - Johannesburg

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$115

$217

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

1 night

Aug 27 - Aug 28

$174 → $231

33%

4 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 7

$148 → $211

43%

1 night

Sep 1 - Sep 2

$156 → $219

40%

3 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 10

$143 → $208

45%

Popular Airports to fly from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

Pietermaritzburg - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg are below the typical level at $203.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices

Historically, April offers the lowest median price at $125 for Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 10m

Flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg typically take 2h 10m, with 100% being direct.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Airlink offers direct flights

Airlink is a key airline for direct flights on the Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink has recent deals

Airlink recently offered a deal for $203 from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals on flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg are frequent, appearing often.

Pietermaritzburg main airports to depart from

Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

Cheapest

Pietermaritzburg Airport offers direct flights to Johannesburg, making it a convenient departure point.

📍 ~5 km from Pietermaritzburg city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$215

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a key arrival airport for flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$215

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

Durban International is a major international hub that offers comprehensive flight options, but requires significant travel to Johannesburg.

📍 ~500 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$310

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $197. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees an average price of $255, while booking 28-59 days out averages around $316. Planning your trip within the recommended 14-27 day window can lead to more favorable pricing.

Based on historical data across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg is considered to be $213 or less. The median price for this route has been $227. Prices tend to increase significantly for flights above the 75th percentile, which is around $274. Aiming for prices at or below the $213 threshold generally indicates a favorable deal.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg are April, March, and May. April typically sees a median price of $125, making it the most affordable month. March also offers competitive prices with a median of $146. The annual median price for this route is $227, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

Regular price: $90 - $202

Prices for flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg are currently above the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg is between $90 and $202. The current lowest deal is $203 with Airlink for travel from Nov 6-Nov 8.

now $203

Low $90

High $202

The cheapest time to fly from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from PZB to JNB is April, with a median price of $125. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $255. Prices are generally lower from March to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $125

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $255

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PZB - Johannesburg

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$169

$245

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PZB - Johannesburg

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$146

$247

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

PZB - Johannesburg

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$156

$216

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PZB - Johannesburg

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$148

$209

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

PZB - Johannesburg

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$115

$210

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

PZB - Johannesburg

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Airlink

$115

$217

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg

1 night

Aug 27 - Aug 28

$174 → $231

33%

4 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 7

$148 → $211

43%

1 night

Sep 1 - Sep 2

$156 → $219

40%

3 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 10

$143 → $208

45%

Popular Airports to fly from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg