AIR TRANSPORT
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
OR Tambo Airport is the main international airport in Kempton Park, Ekurhuleni, Gauteng, South Africa, not too far from the city of Johannesburg and, close to the administrative capital Pretoria / Tshwane. It is the busiest airport in Africa with nonstop flights to the seven continents except Antarctica.
Johannesburg serves as the primary hub for domestic and international travel in/out of South Africa. Transportation is cheaper from this airport.
Over 70 international airlines now fly into South Africa.
Exclusive flight discounts with Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways has partnered with WCSJ 2025 to offer delegates exclusive discounted fares. Attendees can access these special rates via the Kenya Airways website or by contacting the Customer Centre directly. When booking online, please use the promo code WCSJ25 to activate the discount.
Sale (booking) period: 14 October 2025 – 5 December 2025
Travel period: 23 November 2025 – 12 December 2025
Customer Centre numbers: +254 20 327 4747 / +254 73 410 4747
WhatsApp number: +254 705 474 747
DEPARTURE CHECK-IN
Departing passengers should allow at least two and a half hours of check-in time for all international flights. An hour and a half is normally adequate for domestic check in and this will allow for sufficient time for parking and check processes.
EXECUTIVE LOUNGES
International Departures
- South African Airways (Star Alliance)
- British Airways – Terraces (One World)
- The Premier Lounge – The Premier Lounge is an executive lounge that is open to any passenger, no matter the airline or ticket class. You can pay per visit or buy a prepaid card for six or more visits.
GROUND TRANSPORT
GAUTRAIN
The Gautrain is an 80-kilometre (50-mile) rapid rail system in Gauteng, which links Johannesburg, Pretoria, and OR Tambo International Airport. It takes 30 minutes to travel from OR Tambo International Airport to Pretoria in Tshwane. The Gautrain has 10 stations. Buses, shuttles, and minibus services are available to transport passengers to and from all stations.
E-HAILING
Online travel services such as Uber and Bolt are a convenient way to travel around the City of Tshwane as well as to and from the airport.
CAR RENTAL
A number of major car rental companies are represented throughout South Africa. Bookings may be made prior to arrival and major credit cards are accepted for payment. It is recommended to hire a GPS with the car, and this should be specified at the time of booking.
PRIVATE TRANSFERS
Book airport – hotel – conference venue shuttles with Ulysses Tours & Transfers online (10% off promo code: WCSJ2025).
HOTEL TRANSFERS
Some hotels may offer complimentary shuttle transport, please enquire directly with your chosen hotel.


