OR Tambo Airport Transfer Johannesburg: Meet & Greet Service

Your driver will be holding your name at arrivals: no hunting through crowds

You're met at OR Tambo Arrivals with a name board, assisted with luggage, and driven directly to your Johannesburg, Sandton or Pretoria destination in a private vehicle. Choose from sedan, executive, or minivan depending on group size. WhatsApp contact and bottled water included. First hour of waiting time is free. Book one-way or round-trip, 24/7 service, fixed price confirmed before departure.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private transfer from airport to accommodation

• Land at O.R. Tambo International Airport
• Proceed through customs and immigration
• Collect luggage
• Find driver holding name board outside arrivals
• Wait at arrivals seating if driver not found
• Driver assists with luggage
• Drive to home or hotel accommodation

The experience

"The airport gets mad busy, especially in the afternoon," our driver Marcus told me when I asked what made this different from just grabbing a cab. "We're there with the board before you clear customs. You walk out, you see your name, you're done." That's the whole thing, really. You land at OR Tambo, collect your bags, and instead of negotiating with a stranger at the curb or refreshing your phone for a ride-share, someone's already waiting for you by name. The private airport transfer handles the part of arrival that usually feels chaotic, and it does it quietly.

You get to choose how you travel. Standard sedans fit four passengers comfortably: think Toyota Corolla, the kind of car that gets you from the airport to your hotel in Johannesburg or Sandton without fuss. If you want more space or a bit more polish, the Executive option is a Mercedes Benz for three. Groups larger than that can book the minivan, which takes five to fifteen people and means everyone travels together instead of splitting into separate cars. Whichever you pick, the driver meets you at Arrivals with a name board, helps with luggage, and takes you straight to your accommodation. One-way or round-trip. You choose when you book.

The service runs around the clock, every day of the year, so whether you land at dawn or midnight, someone's there. You get an emergency WhatsApp number on confirmation, which matters more than it sounds. If your flight's delayed or you need to reach the driver, you're not hunting for a phone number or waiting on hold. Bottled water's included in the vehicle, and the first hour of waiting time is free if you need the driver to hold while you sort something out at the terminal. After that it's R200 an hour, but most people don't need it.

Book your transfer before you fly, and the price is locked in: no surge pricing, no negotiation at the curb, no wondering what the ride will actually cost. The vehicle will be clean, the driver will know where you're going, and you'll have one less thing to figure out after a long flight.

What’s included

• Your transfer includes private vehicle transportation from OR Tambo International Airport to your destination in Johannesburg, Sandton, or Pretoria, a complimentary meet-and-greet service with name board at Arrivals, driver assistance with luggage, bottled water in the vehicle, and an emergency WhatsApp contact number.
• The first hour of waiting time is free if needed.
• Specialized infant seats and wheelchair accessibility are available upon request.

Options for this experience

8 options

Sedan transfer for airport arrivalsUp to 3 per booking · No fixed timeOne-way pickup from OR Tambo Airport to your accommodation in Johannesburg. An additional charge applies for drop-offs in other towns. Lasts 45 minutes, with free bottled water. Sedan car such as a Toyota Corolla: one-way comfort car transfer to or from the airport, with a maximum of 4 units. Pickup is included.

MPV One-WayUp to 4 per booking · No fixed timeMPV car: travel in a comfort car for up to 4 people, with a complimentary airport meet-and-greet service. Pickup is included.

Executive Arrival TransferUp to 3 per booking · No fixed timeExecutive Sedan, a Mercedes Benz C-Class, with a maximum of 4 units. Lasts 45 minutes and includes complimentary bottled water. Executive Airport Transfer: travel in an executive car for up to 3 people, with a complimentary airport meet-and-greet service. Pickup is included.

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Round-trip: Sedan TransferUp to 3 per booking · No fixed timeStandard Comfort Sedan such as a Toyota Corolla Quest, with a maximum of 4 units. Round-trip Standard Transfer: book an arrival transfer from the airport to your hotel and a departure transfer from your hotel back to the airport. When booking, simply provide your arrival and departure flight details. Pickup is included.

MPV Round TripUp to 4 per booking · No fixed timeMPV car for a transfer to or from the airport. The chauffeur collects you at your preferred time. Provide your flight details. Pickup is included.

Minibus shuttle, one wayUp to 13 per booking · No fixed timeLasts 45 minutes. Toyota 13-seater Minivan, a Toyota 13-seater. 13-seater Bus Arrival Shuttle: this option suits you if you are arriving at Johannesburg International Airport as a group of 13 people or fewer. Pickup is included.

Round-trip: Executive TransferUp to 3 per booking · No fixed timeLuxury Sedan such as a Mercedes Benz C-Class, for a round-trip airport transfer, with a maximum of 4 units. Round-trip Executive Transfer: book both an arrival transfer from the airport to your hotel and a departure transfer from your hotel to the airport in an Executive Chauffeur Vehicle. You choose the arrival and departure dates and times. Pickup is included.

Round-trip Minibus ShuttleUp to 13 per booking · No fixed timeAirport Round Trip in a Toyota Quantum Minivan, which carries up to 13 passengers. Provide your arrival and departure flight details. A trailer is included. 13-seater Bus Round-trip: save by booking a round trip to and from your hotel or accommodation. The minibus carries up to 13 passengers. Pickup is included.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 14 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Sandton Taxi Cabs (Pty) Ltd

Is this one for you?Book this if you're arriving at OR Tambo with luggage and want the airport handled without arranging a ride on the spot: the fixed price and meet-and-greet service mean you walk out, find your name, and go straight to your hotel instead of negotiating at the curb.

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Top questions

What happens if my flight is delayed?

The driver tracks your flight. You have an emergency WhatsApp number to contact them directly if there's a change, and they'll adjust arrival time accordingly.

Where can I be dropped off?

Any suburb in Johannesburg, Sandton, or Pretoria. Confirm your exact destination when you book.

How will I find my driver at the airport?

Your driver will be at Arrivals holding a name board with your name on it. If the airport is busy, they'll walk around with the board until you spot them.

What if I have a lot of luggage?

The driver assists with luggage loading. Standard and Executive vehicles handle typical suitcases. The minivan has the most space for larger groups or extra bags.

Can I book a round-trip transfer?

Yes. You can book one-way or round-trip when you make your reservation.

Is the price fixed or does it change?

The price is fixed and confirmed at booking. No surge pricing or additional charges beyond the agreed rate.

What vehicle types are available?

Standard (Toyota Corolla, up to 4 passengers), Executive (Mercedes Benz, up to 3 passengers), or Minivan (Hyundai H1 or Toyota Quantum, 5–15 passengers).

Is this service wheelchair accessible?

Yes. All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, and transportation options are wheelchair accessible. Specialized infant seats are also available.

What if I need to wait at the airport before departure?

The first hour of waiting time is free. After that, waiting time costs R200 per hour.

How do I contact the driver if something changes?

You'll receive an emergency WhatsApp number on confirmation for direct communication with your driver.