Travelling from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Johannesburg and you'll be travelling for around 11 hours 50 minutes.
Johannesburg is one hour ahead of Paris, where Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is located. Johannesburg follows the UTC+2 timezone.
The most popular route is from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). There are seven services every week between these two airports. Air France offers a 21:00 departure between CDG and JNB.
Leave plenty of time to catch your CDG to Johannesburg flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Johannesburg tickets are available for booking. Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) will be your arrival point.
Air France is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Johannesburg.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from CDG to Johannesburg. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The journey from central Paris to CDG takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Johannesburg? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to CDG:
Of all flights leaving Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, 65% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Johannesburg
The best price we've found for a one-way Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Johannesburg flight is $617. The cheapest price for a return flight is $862. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from CDG to Johannesburg. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for a Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Johannesburg ticket.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from CDG to Johannesburg by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Johannesburg.
Airports in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The distance from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is roughly 26 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Johannesburg. Reserve one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from CDG to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
After your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Johannesburg has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 45 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 40 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to HLA. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your CDG to Johannesburg flight:
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from HLA four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
April is the most popular month for flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Johannesburg. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Johannesburg in December.
When booking your Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Johannesburg plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CDG to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Johannesburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Johannesburg right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Johannesburg:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Nelson Mandela Statue, Apartheid Museum and Top of Africa are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Johannesburg itinerary.
Explore more of South Africa
You've seen Johannesburg, now it's time to explore more of South Africa. Travel about 451 kilometres southeast to Pietermaritzburg to check off its top attractions. From Sri Siva Soobramoiniar And Marriamen Temples to KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden and Butterflies for Africa, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Bloemfontein is another must-experience destination in South Africa and is around 370 kilometres southwest of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without seeing Naval Hill Planetarium, Naval Hill Nature Reserve and Kings Park Rose Garden.