Travelling from Johannesburg to Brisbane Airport (BNE): What you need to know
Brisbane is eight hours ahead of Johannesburg. Brisbane Airport is located in Brisbane, which runs on the UTC+10 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Johannesburg to BNE.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like October. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Johannesburg to BNE leaving from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
The journey from central Johannesburg to JNB takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Brisbane Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
You can get to HLA from central Johannesburg in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Johannesburg to BNE flight, stay in one of these hotels near Lanseria International Airport:
About Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Reserve a hotel close to BNE if you have a late flight from Johannesburg to Brisbane Airport. Select one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Grab a Brisbane Airport rental car and explore Brisbane and beyond with your own wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and Alpha Car Hire are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Johannesburg to Brisbane Airport flight.
Getting from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to central Brisbane
From Brisbane Airport, central Brisbane is around 13 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Brisbane Airport is $693. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,282. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Johannesburg to BNE, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Johannesburg to Brisbane Airport ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Johannesburg to BNE.
Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Johannesburg to Brisbane Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and number of stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
July is the most popular month for flights from Johannesburg to Brisbane Airport (BNE). Plan your visit to Brisbane in September for a more low-key escape.
Before locking in your Johannesburg to BNE plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Brisbane, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Brisbane Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Brisbane
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Brisbane right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Brisbane Airport:
Gallery of Modern Art and Kangaroo Point Cliffs Park 4P are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Brisbane must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Brisbane, now it's time to explore other parts of Australia. Journey about 113 kilometres west to Toowoomba to tick off its leading attractions. From Toowoomba Carnival Of Flowers to Japanese Garden and Highfields Falls, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Bundaberg is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 290 kilometres north of Brisbane. No trip is complete without a visit to Mon Repos Turtle Express, Mon Repos Turtle Centre and Oaks Beach.