Where Is Lanseria Airport? Full Location Guide for South African Travellers
If you’ve been searching “where is Lanseria airport” or wondering exactly where this airport sits on a map, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most searched questions about the airport — and the answer is surprisingly simple once you know it. Lanseria International Airport (IATA: HLA, ICAO: FALA) is located in the north-west of Johannesburg, in Gauteng province, South Africa. Its physical address is R512 Pelindaba Road, Lanseria, Gauteng, 1748, and it sits roughly 45 kilometres north-west of the Johannesburg CBD.
For the purposes of your GPS, the coordinates are: 25°56′22″S, 27°55′32″E. Plug these into Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze and you’ll be routed there directly. The airport entrance is on the R512 — also known as Pelindaba Road — which connects Lanseria southward to Randburg and northward to Hartbeespoort Dam. It is one of the most straightforward airports to find in Gauteng once you’re on the R512.
In Which Province Is Lanseria Airport?
Lanseria Airport is in Gauteng province, South Africa. More specifically, it falls within the north-western boundary of the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, placing it just south-west of Centurion and south-west of Pretoria. Despite the Gauteng address, the airport is actually close to the border of the North West Province — Hartbeespoort Dam and Magaliesburg are within 30 minutes by road.
Gauteng is South Africa’s smallest province by area but its most economically active, home to both Johannesburg (the country’s financial capital) and Pretoria (the administrative capital). Lanseria sits right on the northern edge of this economic powerhouse, making it ideal for north Gauteng business and leisure travellers.
Is Lanseria Airport in Johannesburg or Pretoria?
This is a question that confuses many first-time visitors. Lanseria Airport is officially within the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, making it a Johannesburg airport by administrative classification. However, it is almost equidistant between Johannesburg’s northern suburbs and Pretoria’s southern suburbs, which is precisely why it serves both cities so effectively.
For passengers from Sandton or Fourways, Lanseria is clearly the Johannesburg airport of choice. For passengers from Centurion, Midrand or Pretoria’s southern suburbs, Lanseria is often quicker to reach than OR Tambo, which requires navigating south or east through Johannesburg traffic.
Where Exactly Is Lanseria Airport? Distances from Key Areas
Understanding Lanseria’s location in relation to where you live or are staying is the most practical way to answer this question. Here’s how far Lanseria Airport is from the areas that matter most:
From Sandton: approximately 40–45 km via William Nicol Drive north to the N14, then R512. Drive time is typically 30–40 minutes in normal traffic. This is the single most important distance comparison — Sandton to Lanseria is dramatically faster than Sandton to OR Tambo during peak hours.
From Fourways (Montecasino area): approximately 20–25 km via the R511 (Malibongwe Drive) westbound to the R512, or via William Nicol Drive north to the N14. Drive time is 20–30 minutes. Lanseria is effectively Fourways’ local airport.
From Midrand: approximately 30–35 km via the N14 westbound. Around 25–35 minutes in normal traffic.
From Centurion: approximately 35–40 km via the N14 westbound from Centurion or via Botha Avenue. Approximately 30–45 minutes.
From Pretoria CBD: approximately 55–60 km via the N1 south to the N14, then R512. Typically 45–60 minutes.
From Johannesburg CBD: approximately 50 km via the N14 westbound or via William Nicol Drive. Around 40–55 minutes depending on traffic.
From Randburg: approximately 25–30 km via the N14 westbound. Around 25–35 minutes.
From Bryanston: approximately 30 km via William Nicol Drive north to the N14. Around 25–35 minutes.
From Hartbeespoort Dam: approximately 30 km north on the R512. Around 25–30 minutes — making Lanseria the closest major airport to the Hartbeespoort area.
From OR Tambo International Airport: approximately 65–75 km via the N12 or N3 through Johannesburg. In peak traffic this journey can take 1.5 to 2 hours. In off-peak conditions it is approximately 55–70 minutes. For travellers considering which Johannesburg airport to use, this distance is the defining factor.
You can plan your route to Lanseria in detail on our airport guide page, and compare the cost of driving versus taking an Uber on our parking guide.
How to Get to Lanseria Airport — Every Option
Once you know where Lanseria Airport is, the next question is how to get there. Here are all your options:
By car (self-drive): The most popular option. From Sandton and the northern suburbs, take William Nicol Drive north, join the N14 westbound, and exit onto the R512 southbound to Lanseria. From Pretoria, head south on the N1 or R80, join the N14 westbound, then R512. From Centurion, head west on the N14. Parking at Lanseria is affordable and secure — the first 30 minutes are free, and long-term rates start from R348 for 2 days. See full parking rates and options.
By Uber or Bolt: Both Uber and Bolt serve Lanseria Airport with dedicated pickup and drop-off zones. An Uber from Sandton typically costs R120–R200 one-way. From Fourways, expect R80–R140. A rideshare is a smart option for shorter trips where parking costs exceed the fare. Read our Uber vs parking comparison to work out which is cheaper for your specific trip.
By metered taxi (LIATA): The Lanseria International Airport Taxi Association (LIATA) operates metered taxis from the terminal forecourt. Phone them on 011 022 2220 or 066 351 0612 to pre-book. See our full taxis and transfers guide.
By private transfer or shuttle: Several pre-booked transfer companies serve Lanseria from Sandton, Centurion, Pretoria and other key areas. These offer fixed pricing and guaranteed availability, which makes them a reliable alternative to on-demand rideshare — particularly for early morning flights.
By bus: There is a bus terminal at Lanseria located to the east of the main terminal building. Shuttle services operate from this point. Read more on our bus terminal page.
Lanseria Airport Address and Contact Details
For your GPS, map app or records:
Full address: Lanseria International Airport, R512 Pelindaba Road, Private Bag X1, Lanseria, Gauteng, 1748 GPS coordinates: 25°56′22″S, 27°55′32″E (decimal: -25.9385, 27.9260) Phone: +27 11 367 0300 Email: pr@lanseria.co.za Website: lanseria.co.za (official airport site) | portelizabethairport.co.za (this independent guide) IATA code: HLA ICAO code: FALA
A Brief History of Where Lanseria Airport Came From
Lanseria Airport’s location on the north-western edge of Johannesburg is no accident. The airport was the brainchild of two Pretoria pilots — Fanie Haacke and Abe Sher — who identified this tract of Highveld land in 1972 as ideal for an aviation facility. The land was acquired by the Krugersdorp and Roodepoort Municipality together with the Transvaal Peri-Urban Board, with the airport contracted to Lanseria Management Company on a 99-year lease.
The airport was officially opened on 16 August 1974 by then Minister of Transport Hannes Rall, and almost immediately it became a preferred landing point for aviation enthusiasts, private pilots and corporate operators who valued the less congested, more accessible alternative to Jan Smuts Airport (now OR Tambo). The airport hosted the Air Africa ’75 air show in 1975, cementing its place on the South African aviation map.
Its current location — straddling the boundary between Johannesburg’s northern suburbs and the quieter agricultural land of Lanseria — has become increasingly strategic as Johannesburg’s urban sprawl extended northward through the Sandton, Fourways and Midrand corridor in the 1990s and 2000s. What was once a fringe airport is now essentially embedded in Johannesburg’s most economically active northern corridor.
Lanseria Airport Ownership — Who Owns It?
Since you now know where Lanseria Airport is, it’s worth knowing who owns it. Lanseria is South Africa’s only privately owned commercial airport — a fact that makes it unique in South African aviation. South Africa’s three major airports (OR Tambo, Cape Town International and King Shaka in Durban) are all owned and operated by the Airports Company of South Africa (ACSA), a state entity.
Lanseria, by contrast, is privately held. In 2013, 100% of the airport’s shares were sold to a consortium comprising the Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF) — represented through the Public Investment Corporation (PIC) — the Pan African Infrastructure Development Fund (PAIDF), managed by Harith General Partners, and an empowerment consortium led by Nozala Investments (Pty) Ltd, a women-owned empowerment company. In late 2024, the ownership structure was realigned, with the GEPF increasing its shareholding and PAIDF transferring its interest to a newly formed entity called Harith InfraCo Limited. The CEO of Lanseria as of 2024 is Rampa Rammopo, who has stated the airport’s ambition to grow into a regional and global aviation hub and eventually expand by acquiring and managing airports across Africa.
FAQs — Where Is Lanseria Airport?
Where is Lanseria Airport located? Lanseria International Airport is located on the R512 Pelindaba Road, north-west of Johannesburg, in Lanseria, Gauteng, South Africa. Its GPS coordinates are 25°56′22″S, 27°55′32″E.
Is Lanseria Airport in Johannesburg or Pretoria? Lanseria is officially within the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality. However, it is close to both Johannesburg’s northern suburbs and Pretoria’s southern suburbs, making it a practical option for travellers from both cities.
Which province is Lanseria Airport in? Lanseria Airport is in Gauteng province, South Africa.
How far is Lanseria Airport from Sandton? Approximately 40–45 km. The drive takes around 30–40 minutes via William Nicol Drive and the N14.
How far is Lanseria Airport from Pretoria? Approximately 55–60 km from central Pretoria. The drive takes 45–60 minutes via the N14 or N1/R80 routes.
How far is Lanseria Airport from OR Tambo? Approximately 65–75 km. In peak traffic, the drive between the two airports can take 1.5 to 2 hours.
What is the IATA code for Lanseria Airport? HLA. The ICAO code is FALA.
Is Lanseria Airport open 24 hours? Yes. Lanseria International Airport operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
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