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Airports Near Carletonville

The closest airports to Carletonville, South Africa: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Carletonville, South Africa is Potchefstroom Airport (PCF), about 29 mi (47 km) away — roughly 56 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).

CodeAirportDistanceTransferType
PCFPotchefstroom AirportPotchefstroom, South Africa29 mi / 47 km56 minRegional
HLALanseria AirportJohannesburg, South Africa44 mi / 71 km1 hr 19 minRegional
QRARand AirportJohannesburg, South Africa47 mi / 76 km1 hr 25 minRegional
GCJGrand Central AirportMidrand, South Africa53 mi / 85 km1 hr 35 minRegional
KXEP C Pelser AirportKlerksdorp, South Africa55 mi / 88 km1 hr 38 minRegional
JNBO. R. Tambo International AirportJohannesburg, South Africa55 mi / 89 km1 hr 39 minInternational
PRYWonderboom AirportPretoria, South Africa71 mi / 114 km2 hr 7 minRegional
NTYPilanesberg International AirportPilanesberg, South Africa72 mi / 116 km1 hr 41 minInternational

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Potchefstroom Airport (PCF) is the most convenient at about 29 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) (55 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Carletonville. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with PCF.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near PCF saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Carletonville is Potchefstroom Airport (PCF), about 29 mi (47 km) away — roughly 56 min by road.

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