Flying from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2. The city is eight hours behind Brisbane, where Brisbane Airport is located.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your BNE to Johannesburg flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from BNE to Johannesburg with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
BNE is about 10 kilometres from central Brisbane. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Johannesburg? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to BNE:
Of all flights departing from Brisbane Airport, 65% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Johannesburg
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Johannesburg flight is $977. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,449. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from BNE to Johannesburg if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Scoring cheap tickets from Brisbane Airport to Johannesburg is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest prices throughout the month and walk away with an incredible deal.
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Airports in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
Think about booking a hotel close to JNB if you're coming in on a late flight from Brisbane Airport to Johannesburg. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Reserving your vehicle from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks before your flight from BNE to Johannesburg can help you get the lowest rate.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
After your flight from Brisbane Airport to Johannesburg has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 45 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 40 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 15 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to HLA. Kick back and get cosy after your BNE to Johannesburg flight at one of these well-located options:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from HLA four weeks in advance often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
December is the quietest month for flights from Brisbane Airport to Johannesburg, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Brisbane Airport to Johannesburg plane ticket with a departure in January if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BNE to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Johannesburg
After booking your flight from Brisbane Airport to Johannesburg, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Nelson Mandela Statue, Apartheid Museum and Top of Africa are major attractions which should feature on every Johannesburg itinerary.
Explore more of South Africa
Pietermaritzburg is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Johannesburg. Around 451 kilometres away to the southeast, its best attractions include Sri Siva Soobramoiniar And Marriamen Temples, KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden and Butterflies for Africa.
Around 370 kilometres southwest of Johannesburg, Bloemfontein is another favourite stop in South Africa. Experience major highlights starting with Naval Hill Planetarium, Naval Hill Nature Reserve and Kings Park Rose Garden.