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Port St Johns Airport (JOH)

Port St Johns, South Africa · medium airport · -31.606° 29.522° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeJOH
ICAO CodeFAPJ
Typemedium airport
NamePort St Johns Airport
MunicipalityPort St Johns
CountrySouth Africa
ContinentAF
Latitude-31.606° S
Longitude29.522° E
Elevation1227 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score250
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountrySouth Africa
ISO Code
RegionPort St Johns
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+2
DST OffsetUTC+2
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – February
Cooler dry season across Africa
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Dry: Nov–FebWet: Mar–Oct

✈ Airlines Serving JOH

ET — Ethiopian AirlinesMS — EgyptAirSA — South African AirwaysKQ — Kenya Airways

🌡 Climate — Temperate (31.6°S)

Jan
8°
0°
Feb
10°
1°
Mar
13°
4°
Apr
17°
7°
May
21°
11°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
23°
13°
Oct
18°
9°
Nov
12°
5°
Dec
9°
1°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on temperate latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Port St Johns Airport (JOH/FAPJ) is a small public airport serving the Wild Coast town of Port St Johns in South Africa's Eastern Cape. Set on a coastal plateau near the Umzimvubu River mouth, it handles mainly general aviation and charter flights rather than scheduled airline service. Its rural setting and basic infrastructure make it a practical but weather-dependent gateway for Wild Coast visitors.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors check runway conditions and coastal weather before flying—morning departures are usually smoother, and soft ground or mist after rain can delay small aircraft.
🚖 Getting There

Getting to and from Port St Johns Airport is easiest by pre-arranged private transfer, taxi, or rental car, as there is no regular public transport at the airport. The drive into town is short but follows rural roads, so allow extra time in wet weather. Confirm pickup arrangements before arrival because on-demand taxis and ride-hailing are limited in the area.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are there scheduled commercial flights to Port St Johns Airport?
A: No, the airport has no regular scheduled airline service; it mainly supports private and charter aircraft.

Q: How far is the airport from Port St Johns town centre?
A: It is located just a few kilometres from town, typically a short drive of about 5–10 minutes depending on road conditions.

Q: What facilities are available at the airport?
A: Expect basic general-aviation facilities only; there is no large terminal, and services such as fuel or hangarage should be arranged in advance.

Q: Can I fly there on a commercial charter?
A: Yes, charter operators can arrange flights, but availability and permissions should be confirmed directly with the operator before travel.
AI-generated content · Generated Sep 30, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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