Mbabane to Benoni flights
Benoni lies 281 km (175 mi) west of Mbabane, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 7 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.
| Mbabane | Benoni | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Eswatini | South Africa |
| Population | 76,218 | 605,344 |
| Elevation | 1,209 m (3,967 ft) | 1,641 m (5,384 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Mbabane) | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) |
| Nearest large airport | SHO, 58 km out | JNB, 9 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Benoni
Crossing from Eswatini into South Africa: money changes from the Lilangeni 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 Mbabane
Mbabane is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is King Mswati III International Airport (SHO), 58 km (36 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Benoni
Benoni is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 14,495-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Lanseria International Airport (HLA, 48 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O.R. Tambo International Airport | JNB | 9 km (6 mi) | 14,495 ft | 5,558 ft |
| Lanseria International Airport | HLA | 48 km (30 mi) | 10,000 ft | 4,517 ft |
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Staying in Benoni
Our booking partner lists 111 places to stay in Benoni. Of the 62 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (33), and 1 are five-star. Across 44 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.1 out of 10. Guests have left 10,271 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Benoni from Mbabane?
281 km (175 mi) in a straight line, west of Mbabane.
How long does it take to get from Mbabane to Benoni by air?
About 1 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mbabane and Benoni?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Mbabane to Benoni flights?
Typically King Mswati III International Airport (SHO) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB); Benoni also has HLA.
What currency do I need in Benoni?
The Rand (ZAR).
Where can I stay in Benoni?
Our booking partner lists 111 places to stay in Benoni, bookable on this site.
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.