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Johannesburg.$1,075 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct, returning Tue, 28 Oct.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Faro on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in Faro.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,075, select.
Johannesburg.$1,238 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Faro on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Faro.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,238, select.
Johannesburg.$1,258 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Faro on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Faro.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,258, select.
Johannesburg.$1,617 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Nov, returning Fri, 14 Nov.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Faro on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Faro.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,617, select.
Johannesburg.$1,629 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct, returning Wed, 5 Nov.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Faro on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Faro.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,629, select.
Johannesburg.$1,680 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Aug, returning Tue, 21 Oct.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Faro on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Faro.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,680, select.
Johannesburg.$1,804 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Aug, returning Sat, 16 Aug.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Faro on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 16 Aug, arriving in Faro.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,804, select.
Johannesburg.$1,824 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Apr, returning Tue, 12 May.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Faro on Sat, 4 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 12 May, arriving in Faro.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,824, select.

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Alternative Faro to Johannesburg routes

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Faro to Johannesburg: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,075
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Faro to Johannesburg: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Johannesburg: Johannesburg O.R. Tambo and Lanseria.
The best price we found for a return flight from Faro to Johannesburg is $1,075. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Faro to Johannesburg. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,075.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Faro to Johannesburg.
The cheapest month to fly from Faro to Johannesburg is usually October.
If you're flying from Faro Airport, the cheapest airport near Johannesburg is Johannesburg O.R. Tambo – which is 21.7 km away from the centre of Johannesburg. We've found flights into this airport from $1,075.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Faro Airport to Johannesburg on Tuesday, 7 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Faro Airport and Johannesburg. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Johannesburg but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In July, the average temperature is usually around 11°C. January is typically the warmest month in Johannesburg, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 3°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, SWISS offers the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg.

Flying from Faro Airport (FAO) to Johannesburg: what you need to know

  • Faro Airport is located in Faro. Following the UTC+2 timezone, Johannesburg is two hours ahead of Faro.

  • To avoid missing your FAO to Johannesburg flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Heading off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When searching for flight tickets from FAO to Johannesburg, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • Travelling from central Faro to FAO takes about 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 3 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Searching for a hotel close to FAO? If you're boarding an early flight from Faro Airport to Johannesburg, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:

  • 76.66% of flights that depart Faro Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Johannesburg

  • $1,054 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Faro Airport to Johannesburg flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $1,075. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • To pick up cheap flights from FAO to Johannesburg, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your Faro Airport to Johannesburg ticket.

  • There's no need to check back constantly to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an updated deal for cheap flights from FAO to Johannesburg.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Faro Airport to Johannesburg by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 29 kilometres away.

  • It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Faro Airport to Johannesburg. Reserve one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and see more of Johannesburg and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from FAO to Johannesburg.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

  • The centre of Johannesburg is located around 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA). After your flight from Faro Airport to Johannesburg has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 50 minutes.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near HLA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your FAO to Johannesburg flight:

  • First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz make picking up a Lanseria International Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

  • Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from HLA four weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Johannesburg

  • Travel to Johannesburg in peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Faro Airport to Johannesburg in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.

  • Book a Faro Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket with a departure in January if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from FAO to Johannesburg around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Johannesburg

  • Once you've booked your flight from Faro Airport to Johannesburg, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Johannesburg:

  • Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Maboneng Precinct, Constitution Hill and Johannesburg Zoo are must-do's during your Johannesburg adventure.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Johannesburg has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of South Africa waiting to be discovered. Around 451 kilometres south-east of Johannesburg, a visit to Pietermaritzburg will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.

  • Around 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg, Bloemfontein is another favourite stop in South Africa. Start your sightseeing at Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum.

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