Flying from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
Johannesburg is eight hours behind Brisbane and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you get on your BNE to JNB flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as January? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Brisbane Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between BNE and JNB:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Changi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Currently, ج.م. 31,145 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Brisbane Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م. 40,742. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from BNE to JNB. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Brisbane Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Brisbane Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.
Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)
66.16% of flights taking off from Brisbane Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Brisbane Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Brisbane. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 30 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near BNE. Whether you're catching an early flight from Brisbane Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
If you're coming in on a late Brisbane Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near JNB:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
From O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg is approximately 29 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Brisbane Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Johannesburg in February.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Brisbane Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BNE to JNB in July. Average temperatures are between 4ºC and 20ºC then.
Explore more of South Africa
Soweto is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be explored after you've experienced Johannesburg. Around 18 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
Around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg, Pretoria is another essential stop in South Africa. Experience major highlights starting with 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.
