Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2. The city is 11 hours behind Auckland, where Auckland Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from AKL to Johannesburg.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from AKL to Johannesburg. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You won't need a visa for South Africa if you hold a passport from New Zealand and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to changes or updates. So before locking in your flight tickets from Auckland Airport to Johannesburg, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
AKL is around 27 kilometres from central Auckland. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 24 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Auckland Airport to Johannesburg? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near AKL:
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Johannesburg
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Auckland Airport to Johannesburg is C$902. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,561. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AKL to Johannesburg if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Auckland Airport to Johannesburg across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from AKL to Johannesburg couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Auckland Airport to Johannesburg, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is around 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 29 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour and 12 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Auckland Airport to Johannesburg. Stay at one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Central Johannesburg is around 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA). After your flight from Auckland Airport to Johannesburg has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 51 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near HLA. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your flight from AKL to Johannesburg at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Johannesburg
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Auckland Airport to Johannesburg. July is the busiest month to visit Johannesburg. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Before booking a flight from Auckland Airport to Johannesburg, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from AKL to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 20ºC.
More about Johannesburg
Start your Johannesburg trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Auckland Airport to Johannesburg, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are essential stops on your Johannesburg itinerary.
Complete your Johannesburg trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Johannesburg and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare options in one go to find the perfect set of wheels once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Auckland Airport to Johannesburg.