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Dec 24 — Dec 311
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Flights to Polokwane in 2024

Find the latest flights to Polokwane in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 19 December 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R3 424
High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for return flights in December 2024

Travel insights for flights to Polokwane

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights to Polokwane including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

When is the best time to book a flight to Polokwane?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Polokwane. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Polokwane, you should look to book at least 86 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Weekly flight availability to Polokwane

The most flights from Johannesburg to Polokwane are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Polokwane?

The cheapest airline flying from Johannesburg to Polokwane is Airlink.

Rainfall in Polokwane by month

Plan your trip to Polokwane by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Polokwane ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Polokwane when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Polokwane by month

Plan your trip to Polokwane by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Polokwane, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 13.0 C).

  • How long is the flight to Polokwane?

    Flights from other cities in South Africa to Polokwane take on average just a few hours to get there. The quickest flight leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Polokwane International Airport is only 50m, while the quickest flight from King Shaka International Airport is 3h 20m. If you’re departing from Cape Town International Airport, expect the quickest flight to take around 4h 05m. Flights on the cheaper end are also just as quick. From Johannesburg, flights are about 1h. From Durban, they’re 5h-11h. And from Cape Town, they can be anywhere from 5h-15h depending on the airline you choose.

  • Where can you get direct flights to Polokwane from?

    Direct flights to Polokwane, South Africa are available at O.R. Tambo International Airport. The direct flights are serviced by South African Airways. Unfortunately, however, if you’re leaving from any other major airport, there are no direct flights to Polokwane. Although there are many quick one-stop flights you can find. For example, South African Airways services one-stop flights from King Shaka International Airport, Port Elizabeth International Airport, and Cape Town International Airport all with a layover at O.R. Tambo International Airport. The same thing goes for one-stop Polokwane flight deals at Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport.

  • How do you get from Polokwane International Airport to the city centre?

    Luckily, Polokwane International Airport is just a few miles north of the city centre. When you arrive at the airport, there will be several car rental agencies for you to choose from to drive downtown yourself. The airport also provides taxi services to take you to the city center. By car, it will only take around 10 minutes to get there. Unfortunately, there are no public transportation options you can take such as buses and trains.

  • What are some things to do in Polokwane, Pietersburg?

    Pietersburg is filled with many natural attractions and activities for you to experience and learn about its African culture and heritage. If you’re interested in animals and wildlife, there are several great places for you to go hiking or cycling and see giraffes, zebras, rhinos, monkeys, and more in their natural habitat. These places include Polokwane Game Reserve, Turfloop Nature Reserve, Makapansgat Valley, and Masebe Nature Reserve. The Mall of the North also offers many stores, shops, and restaurants for you to check out and explore. To learn more about the history of the tribes back then, Bakone Malapa Open-Air Museum contains many exhibits that’ll pique your interest. Other attractions in the area include Polokwane Bird and Reptile Park, Meropa Casino & Entertainment World, Polokwane Museum, and WildThingz. When looking for something to eat, you have many popular options to choose from such as Saskia Restaurant, Ambiance Restaurant, Cubaña Restaurant, and Harvest Charcoal Grill.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Polokwane?

    To travel from other cities in South Africa to Polokwane, all you will need is a valid South African passport or ID card to enter. No visa is required from you.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Polokwane?

    For a flight to Polokwane, you will be flying into Polokwane. Polokwane (PTG) is just 6,4 km from the centre of the city. PTG handles an average of 5 flights per day from Johannesburg. You should also have a few airline options to choose from. 1 airline has flights to Polokwane from Johannesburg.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Polokwane if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Polokwane on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Polokwane?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Airlink is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Polokwane.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Polokwane?

    Polokwane is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Polokwane. One-way flights to Polokwane typically cost R1 238, while return flights cost around R2 422.

  • Does Polokwane have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Polokwane can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Polokwane?

    Yes. Polokwane has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Decollage Estate is the closest property to Polokwane (1,6 km away from Polokwane).

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