Flying from Paris to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll leave from in Paris. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Paris to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) leaving from here.
Around 11 hours 45 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Paris to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport flight.
Johannesburg is one hour ahead of Paris. Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport is located in Johannesburg, which runs on the UTC+2 timezone.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the busiest route, with 7 direct services each week. Travel from CDG to JNB on Air France's 9pm departure.
To ensure you get on your flight from Paris to JNB, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can jump on a direct flight from Paris to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) departing from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
You can get away on a direct flight from Paris to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport with Air France. This popular airline offers services from CDG.
The top choice among passengers flying between CDG and JNB is Air France.
With 78.33% of services arriving as scheduled, Air France is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Paris to JNB that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CDG and JNB include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
CDG is around 26 kilometres from central Paris. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
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When it comes to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport's on-time performance, 65% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
The address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Paris to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Paris Orly Airport and JNB:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
Reunion Roland Garros Airport (RUN)
ORY is around 14 kilometres from central Paris. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 40 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Paris to JNB flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Paris Orly Airport:
Paris Orly Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 80% of flights leaving here arrive right when they're supposed to.
The street address for ORY is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
From the centre of Paris, BVA is around 88 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get there by car and 1 hour 15 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Make catching an early Paris to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport and get to your boarding gate without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights land as expected. At BVA, that figure is 71%.
The address of Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Have a late flight from Paris to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near JNB and turn in quicker:
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Paris to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
From Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport, central Johannesburg is around 26 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport is ج.م. 22,687. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 30,537. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Paris to JNB if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Paris to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Paris to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
December is the quietest month for flights from Paris to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Paris to JNB plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
July sees temperatures of between 3ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Paris to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Johannesburg
Start your Johannesburg trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Paris to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of things to do in Johannesburg when you're in the mood to sightsee. Head straight for Apartheid Museum followed by Nelson Mandela Statue and Top of Africa.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg is just a glimpse of what South Africa has to offer. Extend your adventure to Welkom, which is around 257 kilometres away to the southwest. From Welkom Museum to Funtasia Fun Park & Restaurant - Welkom, there are countless things to do in this fascinating city.
Another favourite stop in South Africa, Newcastle is about 241 kilometres southeast of Johannesburg. Plan to visit highlights including Carnegie Art Museum.
