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Cheapest round-trip
$766
Typical prices: $1,241-$1,980
Ethiopian Air
Thu 2/15Fri 2/23
ATL - JNB • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,665
Typical prices: $1,610-$2,708
Egyptair
Tue 10/30Tue 11/6
EWR - JNB • Non-stop
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Recent round-trip flight deals to OR Tambo

Mon, Feb 15 - Tue, Feb 23
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9:35 am - 1:30 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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2:30 pm - 8:00 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
24h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$766Ethiopian Air
Mon, Jan 18 - Tue, Feb 2
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9:35 am - 8:10 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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2:30 pm - 8:00 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
24h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$766Ethiopian Air
Mon, Oct 26 - Tue, Nov 10
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10:20 pm - 8:25 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 am - 3:50 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
37h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,006Etihad Airways
Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Nov 11
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9:30 pm - 8:20 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 am - 3:50 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
37h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,007Etihad Airways
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Nov 16
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9:46 am - 3:50 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 04m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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12:05 pm - 3:00 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOS Boston Logan Intl
33h 55m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,011Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 21
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9:42 am - 3:50 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 08m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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5:00 pm - 10:35 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOS Boston Logan Intl
24h 35m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,011Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 24
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9:10 am - 3:50 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 40m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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5:00 pm - 11:10 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOS Boston Logan Intl
25h 10m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,013Kenya Airways
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Nov 16
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9:10 am - 10:55 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
43h 45m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
12:05 pm - 11:10 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOS Boston Logan Intl
30h 05m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,013Kenya Airways
Sat, Oct 17 - Sun, Nov 1
Egyptair Logo
5:25 pm - 7:10 amLAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 45m1 stop Cairo
Egyptair Logo
9:45 pm - 12:20 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
24h 35m1 stop Cairo
$1,069Egyptair
Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 8
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4:25 pm - 7:10 amLAX  Los Angeles-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 45m1 stop Cairo
Egyptair Logo
9:45 pm - 12:20 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-LAX Los Angeles
24h 35m1 stop Cairo
$1,107Egyptair
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Price, demand and travel trends for flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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What is the cheapest flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Atlanta to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is the cheapest route at $766 round-trip, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

On average, a round-trip flight from the United States to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport costs $1,529, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Round-trip fares from Chicago average $1,308, while Washington, D.C. runs a bit higher at $1,342.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at $1,534 round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Friday is the most expensive at $1,666.

What’s the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport with an average price of $1,240 round-trip.
•December ($1,817) and July ($1,817) are the most expensive.

Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Morning flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are the cheapest at $1,504 round-trip on average. Afternoon flights are the most expensive at $1,664.

What is a good deal for flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flights under $1,241 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found round-trip flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Washington, D.C. $1,023
•Chicago $1,078
•Boston $1,131.

When are flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport the cheapest?

Flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 6% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on Ethiopian Air and JNB

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Gabriel Leigh

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Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Key details for flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$567
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights to OR Tambo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to OR Tambo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your questions about flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • How do I know if a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is around $1,241 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How far is Johannesburg OR Tambo from downtown Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo is 12.8 mi from downtown Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • How long are nonstop flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from different departure cities?

    Nonstop flight time to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport varies depending on your departure city:

    • From New York: 14h 45m
    • From Atlanta: 15h

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Last-minute fares to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (booked within 2 weeks of departure) are typically 1% higher than the average round-trip fare of $1,529.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    United Airlines operates the most flights from the United States to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at 6 per week, and for this route United Airlines is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

  • How many flights serve Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport receives 2 flights per day and 11 per week from across the world. New York has the most flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with 6 weekly flights.

  • What airports serve Johannesburg and the surrounding area?

    Flights to Johannesburg can arrive at several major airports serving the metro area, including Johannesburg Lanseria (HLA) and Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB). Nearby alternatives within 50.0 mi of Johannesburg include Pretoria Wonderboom Apt. (PRY). This airport is not in Johannesburg itself, but may be useful depending on your route, airline, and where you are headed in the area.

  • Does O. R. Tambo International Airport have play areas for children?

    There is not an official play area in the airport. However, if you go to Soaring Eagle Spur Steak Ranch Restaurant on Level 2, there is a small children’s play area within the restaurant itself. You can watch the kids play via cameras while you enjoy a meal.

  • Are there airport hotels in O. R. Tambo International Airport?

    Yes, there is an airport hotel in the airport. The Protea Hotel Transit is located in the International Terminal of the airport. Rooms are available for overnight use. Or, they can be rented in 6 hour blocks of time if you want a quick nap between your flights.

  • What to do in O. R. Tambo International Airport?

    There are two chapel rooms located in the airport. The Christian chapel room is located in Terminal B. The Muslim Prayer room is located in Terminal A. There are also a variety of duty free shops you can visit throughout the airport. Or, if you’re feeling tense, head to Terminal A for a massage.

  • Are there good restaurants in O. R. Tambo International Airport?

    Yes, there are many great places to eat in the airport for those that booked flights to Johannesburg. You can stop by Spur or Wimpy’s restaurants in the central terminal. Or, visit Byte Restaurant in the international departures area. Visit Ocean Basket for seafood when you’re in the domestic departures area. All restaurants close by 11 p.m. at night so plan ahead when considering your dining choices.

  • Does Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport offer accessible services?

    JNB has pointed at the parking lot designated for those with special needs. Persons who are hard of hearing have visual signals all through the airport. The airport also has courtesy telephones at every terminal, including the waiting area, to offer assistance whenever needed. Those with low vision can use the braille-coded elevators to commute throughout the airport. The braille-coded equipment at the airport is designed to be of a low level for easy access. The ramps and elevators situated at all terminals are to improve the movements of those with reduced mobility. The JNB also offers its passengers reduced mobility wheelchairs, and the restrooms are designed to allow such assistance equipment access.

  • What are the standard stopover options for Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport?

    If you are traveling from ORD to JNB, you should expect a stop at cities such as Doha, Heathrow, and Abu Dhabi. If you are traveling from LAX to JNB, expect layovers at Newman, Amsterdam, and Atlanta. If you want to travel from LAS to JNB, then expect to stop at cities such as Atlanta and Newman. If traveling from DWL to JNB, you should expect a layover at cities including Newman, Atlanta, and Doha. If traveling from JFK to JNB, you must expect layover in several cities, including Atlanta, Heathrow, and Amsterdam.

  • Which car rental providers have counters at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport?

    If you are looking to rent a car after arriving at JNB, it would be best to visit the rental car park point at the north end of the section. At this location is the counter of several car rental agencies such as Avis, Europcar, Hertz, Thrifty, First Car Rental, and Select Car Hire.

  • Do I need a visa or passport to travel to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport?

    US citizens do not require a visa when traveling for business or tourism purposes for 90 days or less. If your stay exceeds 90 days, you need to apply for a temporary residence visa. You, however, need to have a valid passport for 30 days. The passport needs to have two consecutive blank visa pages.

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, book around 5 weeks before departure. Based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months, fares are historically about 6% lower during this window than last-minute fares.
  • For flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, a good round-trip fare is around $1,241. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in February. Round-trip fares historically average $1,240, making February the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat-selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to morning to save up to $160 per round-trip. Morning flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport average $1,504 compared to $1,664 for noon flights.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class and route. On flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, United Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class, Delta includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class and Brussels Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • Once you arrive in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, a few great places to start are Sandton Convention Centre, Nelson Mandela Square and Gold Reef City. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.
  • If you are booking flights to Johannesburg and want to relax, you can head to Terminal A in the duty free section and look for Letsema where you can get a massage. Or, spend some time in one of the chapel or prayer rooms before you head to your final destination.
  • If you’re wondering about your luggage when you get to the airport, you can find a free baggage trolley to get from one place to another. To keep your luggage secure, you can find luggage wrapping services in the terminal or Lock Up Luggage is located on the basement level.
  • There are many ways to get to and from O. R. Tambo International Airport. You can rent a car if you’d like to drive yourself. Or, you can use public transportation. Your public transportation choices include taxis, shuttles, buses and trains. Be sure to ask about airport approved taxi and shuttle services when arranging your ride.
  • If you have time to spend at O. R. Tambo International Airport, consider purchasing a pass into one of the VIP lounges. These lounges are available to everyone who buys a ticket – even economy passengers. Check with each lounge to find out the price of a pass.
  • O. R. Tambo International Airport is open 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. However, most of the shops and restaurants close at 11 p.m. If you have an overnight layover or are arriving late at night, keep this in mind and bring along a few snacks just in case.
  • If you are looking for currency exchange services at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB), go to the International Terminals section at the Arrivals Area. You will find currency exchange services, including Travelex, Bidvest Bank, and Master Currency, at these points.
  • If you want to whisper a prayer or meditate, visit the airport's chapel. There is a Christian Chapel at Terminal B on level 2, and the Muslim Prayer Room is at Terminal A in the basement.
  • If you want some runway action during your stopover, do so at any of the two public viewing decks with vantage viewing points. One is Terminal B while the other one is on the 4th floor of the International Terminal.
  • If you are looking to send your postcard, do so at the airport's postal office. They are at the International Arrivals Terminal and Domestic Terminal, shopping level.
  • Visit Airport Travel Hub or Gateway Travel Services at JNB when looking to hire a travel agency to offer guidance in Johannesburg. The local arrangement will provide you with the best travel experience. The two travel agencies have counters in the Arrivals Halls of Terminals A and B.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to OR Tambo

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to OR Tambo? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.8
DeltaOverall score based on 8612 reviews
8.5Crew
7.2Food
7.8Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.8Entertainment
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The flight was freezing cold. I had on pants and a sweatshirt, had to wrap up in the blanket provided AND put on my rain coat, and was still chilly. Have never been on such a cold plane.

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The flight was freezing cold. I had on pants and a sweatshirt, had to wrap up in the blanket provided AND put on my rain coat, and was still chilly. Have never been on such a cold plane.

The flight was delayed to board, then delay in landing and extremely bumpy landing.

Late flight, screens not working and still had to pay for a drink

great! appreciated the last minute upgrade to Comfort+ exit row, as well

Crew completed ignored our aisle when giving snacks and coffee

The seats were great and the service was even better. Thank you!

The WiFi on the plane was out. I also thought movie options were lacking.

They changed my seat assignment from window to middle. I have a physical need to sit by the window because of spinal issues. I unboarded in pain, I also was placed between 2 very large men. I am very disappointed and now dealing with the physical aftermath.

These Delta 717 jets are ancient. No entertainment and you have to pay for WiFi that barely works and goes in and out the whole flight. Delta should be ashamed flying this garbage.

The food was terrible especially for a 15 hour international flight. The crew was unpleasant as well.

The taxi drivers are very rude. Didn’t wait. They said you come in 5minutes or I leave. Did not leave any messages on front desk and they left. We have to hire new cabs in turkey.

Everything was good except for the seating arrangements. We could not get seats to be seated together with my wife. We’re unfortunately.

My first time in business class The in flt staff was outstanding in every aspect of service, the food was amazing, the business seat space made the 11 hour journey easy peazy

It was good, but always can be better. The airplane was old.

I always travel on Turkish Airlines but seriously I am I am considering to change because this is not the first time that the flight attendant are rude and they dont help. I asked for cold water with ice 5 times and I got water with no ice and this is not the first time to ask for something and you dont get it. Also I noticed this behavior only towards people who are not turkish.

There were not enough extra leg room options to purchase. Also the seat Infront of mine was broken and the gentleman literally laid back into my lap for the whole trip. This was the most uncomfortable trip I have ever been on

A lot of things can be done to improve in flight experience

Make sure to request a vegetarian meal in advance. They printed out menus for all passengers with the options but by the time they were halfway through (for breakfast and dinner), the vegetarian options were already all taken.

Very good except the boarding process too forever and wasn’t organized by group. I had a heavy pack or I wouldn’t have minded. I was in business. There were no audible announcements in the waiting area about boarding and everyone packed into the boarding area. Then boarding stopped for a long time but the staff made no announcements to update waiting passengers about the holdup. The flight was good after we got on.

This is the first and last time I will be traveling Turkish airlines. The flight was delayed three times. Second time we sat on the aircraft for approximately an hour and a half. Initially told that the delay would only be 15 minutes then no explanation thereafter except that we were deboarding. We missed our connecting flights to Zimbabwe, and had to pay for a overnight hotel stay in addition to paying for a new tickets to our get to our final destination. They allowed us to order food from the airport food court but only from fast food and even that they limited the menu items we could select. I would some to contact me about the refund on the hotel and the connecting flight!

On time. Carry on and personal bag was accommodated on the plane. Entertainment was accessible without bringing own device. Whole can of juice was provided rather than a pour.

On time. Accommodated carry on and personal bag in the plane. Good entertainment available and access without using own device. Gave a whole can of juice rather than a pour. Seat did not recline much.

Flight attendant incredibly rude. Stuck her finger in my drink and didn’t even have the courtesy to apologize.

I like the first class seat amenities like the phone charger on the armrest even though it didnt really work on mine and the partition between the seats. I also liked that there were additional places to stash things during the flight. The food I got was steak and it was really tough to cut with the knife. Chewy too. A little disappointed in that. I liked that your name is on the screen too. nice touch. great service overall.

Good, our flight was delayed but that was totally out of their control due to weather and a presidential visit.

overall a very good travel experience - left on time, arrived early. Mostly a smooth flight. Polaris seats were excellent, very good service and nice food with options.

The very best airline service I have experienced. Better than domestic airlines first class and I flew Economy Plus!

Staff on the plane was incredible. Check-in was very complicated with no staff to help at the airport. I was charged for a second bag even though my ticket says 2 bags are free

Staff could’ve been a little more cordial. The men were much more friendlier than the women. My daughter and I also missed the 2nd to last meal as we were sleeping but that is on us.

The food needs to be improved, up to the standard of the people and the accommodation.

We flew with Qatar Airlines before (2021) , the service was much better than this time, the flight attendants were not very friendly and cheerful . One of the attendants asked the person setting next to me (by the window) are you Mr. ……, if you may need any thing to let her know . I asked for a dinner meal with beef , she said, we are out, only chicken is available, then she said wait I may get you one with beef, she came back and gave me chicken. Then she gave the gentleman next to me the beef meal . The bathrooms were left dirty and full of overfilled paper tissues, urine every where on the floor and on the toilet seat . Qatar Airways has an excellent reputation and deserves better . Thank you 🙏

Horrible horrible plane for such a long flight. I thought Qatar was a reputable airline. Was proven so wrong. Never again…:-(

Qatar Airways has consistently set a standard in my mind that very few airlines manage to sustain, and once again, this journey in Economy Class lived up to that expectation. As an avid globetrotter who travels extensively for work, I experience many airlines, service cultures, and levels of hospitality. Yet there is something reassuringly consistent about Qatar Airways. It is not simply the onboard service, but the entire experience: the professionalism, courtesy, warmth, attentiveness, and genuine sense of hospitality. The cabin crew are exceptionally well trained, composed, aligned, and polished in their delivery, yet their interactions rarely feel mechanical. They remain remarkably courteous while retaining a genuine human warmth and an apparent eagerness to assist. On almost every Qatar journey, there are individual crew members who somehow manage to stand out and make the experience even more memorable. What I value most is the consistency. Qatar Airways has established a certain benchmark of expectation for me and, over many journeys, has never underdelivered against it. There is a sense of confidence and ease that comes with boarding a Qatar flight because I know the overall experience will be thoughtfully delivered. For someone who spends a considerable amount of time travelling, that peace of mind matters enormously. Qatar Airways remains one of the airlines I genuinely enjoy flying, not because of any single aspect of the service, but because of the complete package and the remarkable consistency with which it is delivered. The only disappointment on this occasion was that my luggage did not arrive with me at my final destination in Kolkata (CCU), following my journey from Seattle (SEA) via Doha (DOH). Unfortunately, the baggage was delayed in Doha. A baggage exception report is already on file with the local airport team in CCU. Given the confidence Qatar Airways has built with me over the years, I remain optimistic that they will once again live up to that expectation, work their magic, and reunite me with my luggage within the next 24 hours. Looking forward to a swift resolution and, notwithstanding this final hiccup, another thoroughly enjoyable Qatar Airways journey.

Mediocre movies Too cold Didn’t have extra blankets Check in was too long (60-70 min coming 3 hours early) Breakfast was terrible Great WiFi however And smooth ride Dinner was decent

Really good food and service. Qatar Airways is again and again provided an exceptional experience.

Extremely uncomfortable seats with very little cushioning, unable to recline enough to sleep comfortably on this 13 hour overnight flight. My body was in pain by the end.

When we checked in at the Siem Reap Airport in Cambodia, we were only given three boarding passes and told that we would have to check in with American when we arrived in Boston. This was a source of stress for us. After we landed in Boston, we had a long passage from Terminal E to Terminal B (American Airline ticketing counter). Because the electronic ticketing kiosks for check-in would not recognize our Confirmation Code, we had to wait for an hour in a long line where only two AA reps were taking care of Special Services passengers. In many years of both business and recreational travel, I have never had this experience. I would expect more from AA being in partnership with other airlines to do a better job with this.

Our experience on the Doha to Hyderabad segment was extremely stressful due to prolonged delays and a lack of clear communication from the airline. We were traveling as a family, including children, and the uncertainty around timing and next steps caused significant distress. There was very little proactive information provided during the delay, and we were not given clear written explanations about what was happening or how long it might take. This made it difficult to manage the situation, especially while caring for children in a transit environment. In addition, one member of our party was ultimately unable to continue travel, which added to the emotional strain and disruption of the trip. Overall, the experience highlighted gaps in communication, customer care, and handling of unexpected situations. We are sharing this feedback so that future passengers, especially families, are supported with clearer communication and better assistance during irregular operations.

The seat cushions are absolutely lacking, not sure if they know the passengers are traveling for 14 hours straight, but the padding made our back and butt ache like crazy. The entertainment console had its own problems, either the headphone jack wasn't working or the power outlet via usb or ac outlet was not working. Not to mention the seat handles were not adjustable in some planes in the middle or on the aisle. Qatar/Indigo may be operating a very old fleet of planes to make as much profit as possible, but passengers may not be following them for long, should this treatment of its customers continue. Qatar/Indigo, wake up and do it right by your customers, or they may not be your customers anymore.

I am a big person and have back pain and swelling in my legs, so this was a challenging flight due to confined space. I didn't find the crew very friendly either. I will think twice before flying long distances with Qatar again, due to the lack of legroom.

The seat was wet when I came in. Food was just something. And during a whole 11 to 12 hours in the airplane NO WIFI. Was is the point to buy a business ticket if you can be connected to your relatives and your company. Ethiopian used to do that to theirs customers, TECHNICAL ISSUE, WE ARE SORRY….. I am a gold customer for ET. It is very disappointed!

It was a great experience for my first time flying with this airline. I will be flying with them a lot more now. Plane crew was amazing.

The flight was very smooth, however, the quality of food was mediocre.

The TV wasn't working No music for the whole flight from JFK to LOS It was too burring.

Flight was delayed by two hours. This really messed things up because I missed my connecting flight in Addis. I had a meeting in Entebbe which was scrapped because my flight from Addis landed later in the day.

I paid for internet that did not work and had to pay more to have it

The Boeing 737 MAX on this route, flown in the middle of the night, is an UTTER FAILURE for business travellers. The whole point of business travel is to arrive alert and recover from travel quickly, and this little aeroplane with its quarter recline uncomfortable business seats does nothing for that. It’s a small step up from economy in that you have decent legroom, but that’s it. Absolute margin at the cost of the traveller.

The use of a domestic carrier without entertainment was disappointing and a let down

There where no ear phones provided and the food needs to improve.

The food could be better, the beef was quite tough. The crew were friendly and helpful on this flight, which has not being my experience on other Ethiopian flights.

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