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JNB O. R. Tambo International Airport
O. R. Tambo International Airport (IATA: JNB, ICAO:FAOR) is located in the the city of Johannesburg, South africa. It is the primary international airport serving Johannesburg and its surrounding metropolitan area. Phone Number :+27(0)119216262

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IATA Code

JNB

ICAO Code

FAOR

Name

O. R. Tambo International Airport

Type

Main Airport

Country / Region

South africa (ZA)

City

Johannesburg

Latitude

-26.1391700

Longitude

28.2460000

Time Zone

UTC+02:00

Phone Number

+27(0)119216262

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O. R. Tambo International Airport（JNB）

Johannesburg, South Africa · ICAO: FAOR · UTC+02:00

Airport Overview

O. R. Tambo International Airport is South Africa’s principal international gateway and a major air logistics hub serving Johannesburg, Gauteng and the wider Southern African market. Located near Johannesburg at approximately 1,700 metres above sea level, the airport operates in a high-altitude environment that can affect aircraft payload planning, especially on long-haul sectors. Its intercontinental position supports international consolidation, import distribution and onward connections to Southern Africa. Our service team can coordinate airport handling, carrier selection, customs documentation and final-mile delivery according to the cargo profile and the confirmed operating schedule.

Airport name	O. R. Tambo International Airport
Location	Johannesburg, South Africa
Codes	IATA: JNB · ICAO: FAOR
Coordinates	Latitude -26.1391700 · Longitude 28.2460000
Time zone	UTC+02:00

Key Highlights

International gateway

Suitable for long-haul imports, exports and regional distribution linked to Southern African markets.

High-altitude operating environment

Payload, aircraft type and routing may require carrier confirmation for dense or heavy consignments.

Broad cargo mix

The Johannesburg market supports general cargo, industrial parts, technology products, perishables and healthcare shipments.

Road-connected hinterland

Road feeder planning is important for Gauteng delivery and onward movement to major South African and regional destinations.

Schedule-sensitive hub

Available uplift, transfer points, customs status and ground-handling capacity can materially affect the final transit plan.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Air cargo handling: Export acceptance, import breakdown, build-up and transfer handling are normally arranged through the appointed airline or ground-handling provider; acceptance conditions must be checked before booking.
Temperature-sensitive cargo: Cool-chain handling may be available through approved handlers for pharmaceuticals, vaccines, flowers, fresh produce and other perishables. Packaging, temperature range and handover timing should be confirmed in advance.
Dangerous goods: Dangerous-goods acceptance depends on the airline, handling agent, commodity classification, packing instruction, labels and accompanying declaration. Prior approval is recommended.
Customs-controlled cargo: Import, export and transit cargo may require customs release, supporting permits and document matching before delivery or onward transfer. Bonded or customs-controlled handling is subject to the selected facility and shipment status.
Special cargo: Oversized pieces, valuable cargo, live animals and human remains require case-by-case routing, equipment and acceptance checks rather than standard general-cargo booking.

Routes & Transit Times

Intercontinental flows: Shipments commonly move through direct or connecting services between Southern Africa and Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the Americas, subject to season, aircraft availability and carrier schedules.
Regional distribution: Cargo for Southern African destinations may require an air connection or an airport-to-road feeder solution. The best option depends on final destination, customs status and required delivery date.
Connection planning: Transfer cargo should be booked with sufficient connection margin because terminal cut-offs, security screening, document discrepancies and handling capacity can affect the planned movement.
Transit guidance: Our service team provides a shipment-specific estimate after confirming origin, destination, commodity, chargeable weight, uplift, transfer point, customs requirements and delivery method. Published schedules and transit estimates remain subject to operational confirmation.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary hinterland

Johannesburg, Gauteng and the broader South African commercial and industrial corridor form the core import and export catchment.

Regional reach

With suitable air, road or multimodal planning, the airport can support distribution to neighbouring Southern African markets.

Industrial and mining supply chains

Aircraft parts, mining equipment components, engineering spares, automotive parts and urgent maintenance items are common time-sensitive categories.

Perishables and life science

Fresh produce, flowers, biological materials and pharmaceutical products require controlled handover, packaging validation and document discipline.

General commercial cargo

Consumer goods, electronics, apparel, samples and e-commerce consignments should be assessed for security, customs and delivery requirements.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Airline cargo cut-off, warehouse acceptance, security screening and document cut-off are not necessarily identical. Our team confirms the applicable deadlines after the booking is issued.
Document consistency: The air waybill, commercial invoice, packing list, permits and consignee details should match exactly. Incomplete or inconsistent information may lead to customs queries, holds or rework.
Dangerous goods and special cargo: Provide the UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, net quantity and packing details where applicable. Temperature-controlled and live-animal shipments require advance acceptance from the carrier and handler.
Import release and delivery: Customs release, duties or taxes, inspection requirements, terminal charges and consignee authority should be arranged before dispatch. Final delivery timing depends on release status and local road conditions.

Shipping Tips

Send the commercial invoice, packing list, commodity description, dimensions, gross weight and cargo photographs to our service team before requesting a firm routing.
For dense or heavy cargo, request a payload and aircraft feasibility check because the high-altitude operating environment can influence available uplift and routing.
For pharmaceuticals, perishables or other temperature-sensitive goods, specify the required temperature range, packaging method, data-logger requirement and acceptable exposure time at each handover.
Prepare a contingency option using an alternative connection point or road feeder when the required uplift, customs release or final delivery deadline is critical.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can O. R. Tambo International Airport handle international air freight?

Yes. It is a major international gateway. Actual acceptance, routing and transfer arrangements depend on the selected airline, handling agent, commodity and destination.

How early should cargo be delivered for export?

There is no single universal cut-off. The applicable deadline varies by airline, flight, cargo type, security process and handling agent. Our service team confirms the booking-specific acceptance time and recommends an operational buffer.

Can temperature-controlled cargo be shipped through the airport?

Potentially, subject to carrier and handler acceptance. The shipper must provide the temperature range, packaging details, commodity information and any required permits before booking.

What is required for dangerous-goods transport?

Correct classification, compliant packaging, marks and labels, a completed dangerous-goods declaration where required, and advance airline approval are normally needed. Acceptance must be confirmed before cargo delivery.

Why can the airport-to-door transit time change after arrival?

Customs release, inspection, document correction, terminal handling, consignee availability and local road conditions can all affect delivery. Our team tracks these milestones and proposes a delivery plan based on the actual release status.

Data Sources & Provenance

Airport identity, codes, location, coordinates and time-zone information are based on the supplied airport master data for O. R. Tambo International Airport. Operational descriptions are presented as logistics guidance and remain subject to airline, handler, customs and airport confirmation.

Official and industry reference domains for verification include airports.co.za, sars.gov.za, iata.org and icao.int.

Schedules, acceptance cut-offs, handling capacity, customs procedures, permits, charges and transit estimates may change. Our service team verifies shipment-specific conditions before issuing a final operational plan.