Direct (nonstop) flights from Manzini to Johannesburg

2 airlines fly nonstop from King Mswati III International Airport (SHO) to Johannesburg International (JNB). It's 216 miles (347 km), about 1h 5m in the air. Operated by Airlink, Eswatini Air.

SHO
King Mswati III International Airport
🇸🇿 Manzini, Eswatini
JNB
Johannesburg International
🇿🇦 Johannesburg, South Africa
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
216 mi
347 km
CO₂/pax
40 kg
−82 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Airlink +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Airlink Airlink Eswatini Air Eswatini Air

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Airlink 4Z Airlink
Route
SHO → JNB
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
216 mi
Eswatini Air RN Eswatini Air
Route
SHO → JNB
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
216 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Manzini to Johannesburg with one stop · direct emits 40 kg CO₂ per passenger

SHO DUR (Durban) JNB
Leg 1: 50m (227 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (296 mi) Total: ~2h 🍃 122 kg CO₂ (+205% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SHO → DUR
50m · 227 mi
View SHO to DUR flights →
Leg 2
DUR → JNB
1h 10m · 296 mi
View DUR to JNB flights →
SHO HRE (Harare) JNB
Leg 1: 1h 30m (582 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (594 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 243 kg CO₂ (+508% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SHO → HRE
1h 30m · 582 mi
View SHO to HRE flights →
Leg 2
HRE → JNB
1h 45m · 594 mi
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SHO LUN (Lusaka) JNB
Leg 1: 2h (787 mi) Leg 2: 2h (744 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 309 kg CO₂ (+673% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SHO → LUN
2h · 787 mi
View SHO to LUN flights →
Leg 2
LUN → JNB
2h · 744 mi
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SHO CPT (Cape Town) JNB
Leg 1: 2h 30m (943 mi) Leg 2: 2h (790 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 330 kg CO₂ (+725% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SHO → CPT
2h 30m · 943 mi
View SHO to CPT flights →
Leg 2
CPT → JNB
2h · 790 mi
View CPT to JNB flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Manzini to Johannesburg?

A nonstop flight from Manzini (SHO) to Johannesburg (JNB) takes approximately 1 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 216 miles (347 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Manzini to Johannesburg?

2 airlines: Airlink, Eswatini Air.

Is there a nonstop flight from Manzini to Johannesburg?

Yes. 2 airlines: Airlink, Eswatini Air.

How far is Manzini from Johannesburg?

The flight distance from Manzini to Johannesburg is 216 miles (347 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Manzini to Johannesburg?

At 1h 5m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Eswatini to South Africa?

Depends on your passport. Check with the South Africa embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Manzini to Johannesburg?

Roughly 40 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 200 km.

Is the return flight from Johannesburg to Manzini also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Manzini to Johannesburg?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at King Mswati III International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.