Flying to Maseru
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Johannesburg (JNB)
about 1 hour · Non-stop
R 2 257 ×3
R 6 770 all in
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Best time to fly
Weather, crowds and fares move together in Maseru. These are the trade-offs.
March to May
Autumn — clear, settled and mild. The best hiking and riding conditions.
June to August
Winter. Genuinely cold with snow in the highlands, and a short ski season at Afriski.
September to February
Spring and summer — green, with afternoon thunderstorms in the mountains.
Before you go
Very limited schedule
Few flights operate. Build slack into your plans and consider the road alternative from Bloemfontein.
Altitude and cold
The whole country is high, and winter nights are severe. Pack far warmer clothing than for the surrounding lowveld.
Mountain driving
Passes like Sani are steep and rough. A 4x4 is needed for much of the highlands.
About Maseru
Maseru is Lesotho's capital, on the Caledon River right against the South African border. Lesotho is the only country entirely above 1,000 m, and the mountains start almost immediately outside the city.
The air schedule is very limited — many travellers drive in from Bloemfontein or Ladybrand instead — but flying saves a long road trip for those short on time.
Getting in from the airport
Moshoeshoe I International (MSU) is about 20 km from Maseru. The flight schedule is limited, so confirm your transfer in advance rather than expecting options on arrival. A 4x4 is advisable for the mountain passes.
Entry requirements for South African passport holders
South African passport holders have historically been able to enter Lesotho for tourism without a visa arranged in advance. Confirm the current requirement with the Lesotho High Commission or your airline before travelling.
Entry rules change. Confirm the current requirements with the destination's embassy or consulate before you travel — this page is a guide, not an authority.
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