Flying from Johannesburg to Ahmedabad Airport (AMD): What you need to know
The timezone in Ahmedabad is UTC+5:30, which is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Johannesburg. Ahmedabad Airport is located in Ahmedabad.
To ensure you catch your flight from Johannesburg to AMD, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as October and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Johannesburg to AMD departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Travelling from central Johannesburg to JNB takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Johannesburg to Ahmedabad Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
77% of flights departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport reach their destination on time.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
You can arrive at HLA from the centre of Johannesburg in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Johannesburg to AMD flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Lanseria International Airport:
About Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Johannesburg to Ahmedabad Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near AMD instead:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Ahmedabad Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar to explore Ahmedabad and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around two weeks before your Johannesburg to Ahmedabad Airport flight.
Getting from Ahmedabad Airport (AMD) to central Ahmedabad
From Ahmedabad Airport, central Ahmedabad is around 13 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)
Currently, ₹ 33,837 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Ahmedabad Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 68,672. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Johannesburg to AMD, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Johannesburg to Ahmedabad Airport ticket.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Johannesburg to AMD.
Bag the best deal on a flight from Johannesburg to Ahmedabad Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)
September is the quietest month for flights from Johannesburg to Ahmedabad Airport (AMD), while January is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Ahmedabad based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Johannesburg to AMD plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. May is the warmest month in Ahmedabad, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC to 43ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Johannesburg to Ahmedabad Airport in January when temperatures are between 13ºC and 29ºC.
More about Ahmedabad
Start your Ahmedabad trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Johannesburg to Ahmedabad Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of awesome things to do in Ahmedabad when you're ready to go sightseeing. Start exploring at Akshardham Temple followed by Centre of akshardham and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.
Explore more of India
You've seen Ahmedabad, now it's time to explore other corners of India. Journey about 209 kilometres south to Surat to check off its must-visit sights. From BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Temple to BAPS Akshardham Mandir (Entry Gate) and Kashi Vishwanath Temple, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Vadodara is another favourite destination in India and is around 105 kilometres southeast of Ahmedabad. No trip is complete without experiencing BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir, Laxmi Vilas Palace and BAPS Shree Swaminarayan Mandir.
