Pietermaritzburg to Thembisa flights
Thembisa lies 455 km (283 mi) north-west of Pietermaritzburg, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 20 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.
| Pietermaritzburg | Thembisa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Africa | South Africa |
| Population | 839,327 | 511,655 |
| Elevation | 636 m (2,087 ft) | 1,577 m (5,174 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) |
| Nearest large airport | DUR, 70 km out | JNB, 16 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Pietermaritzburg
Pietermaritzburg is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is King Shaka International Airport (DUR), 70 km (43 mi) from the centre, whose 12,139-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB, 4 km).
Arriving in Thembisa
Thembisa is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), 16 km (10 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, 31 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O.R. Tambo International Airport | JNB | 16 km (10 mi) | 14,495 ft | 5,558 ft |
| Lanseria International Airport | HLA | 31 km (19 mi) | 10,000 ft | 4,517 ft |
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Staying in Thembisa
Our booking partner lists 1 places to stay in Thembisa. Of the 1 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (1).
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Common questions
How far is Thembisa from Pietermaritzburg?
455 km (283 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Pietermaritzburg.
How long does it take to get from Pietermaritzburg to Thembisa by air?
About 1 h 20 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Pietermaritzburg and Thembisa?
No, both are on Africa/Johannesburg at the moment.
Which airports are used for Pietermaritzburg to Thembisa flights?
Typically King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB); Thembisa also has HLA.
Where can I stay in Thembisa?
Our booking partner lists 1 places to stay in Thembisa, 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.