Chimoio to Randfontein flights
Randfontein lies 984 km (612 mi) south-west of Chimoio, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 1 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Chimoio | Randfontein | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mozambique | South Africa |
| Population | 422,046 | 133,654 |
| Elevation | 709 m (2,326 ft) | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Maputo) | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) |
| Nearest large airport | VPY, 7 km out | HLA, 35 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Randfontein
Crossing from Mozambique into South Africa: money changes from the Metical to the Rand (ZAR); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 546, Euro, IEC 60906-1; the dialling code becomes +27; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Airports at each end
Leaving Chimoio
Chimoio is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Chimoio Airport (VPY), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,874 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Randfontein
Randfontein is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Lanseria International Airport (HLA), 35 km (22 mi) from the centre, whose 10,000-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB, 55 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lanseria International Airport | HLA | 35 km (22 mi) | 10,000 ft | 4,517 ft |
| O.R. Tambo International Airport | JNB | 55 km (34 mi) | 14,495 ft | 5,558 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Randfontein from Chimoio?
984 km (612 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Chimoio.
How long does it take to get from Chimoio to Randfontein by air?
About 2 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chimoio and Randfontein?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Chimoio to Randfontein flights?
Typically Chimoio Airport (VPY) to Lanseria International Airport (HLA); Randfontein also has JNB.
What currency do I need in Randfontein?
The Rand (ZAR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.