Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is Rio De Janeiro's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Johannesburg taking off from here.
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the primary gateway where you can land in Johannesburg.
To ensure you catch your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Johannesburg, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
You won't need a visa for South Africa if you hold a passport from Brazil and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before locking in your cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Johannesburg, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
Flying from Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Rio De Janeiro to Johannesburg. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
GIG is around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Johannesburg, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is around 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 29 minutes.
It takes roughly 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 landing late on a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Johannesburg. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Central Johannesburg is around 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA). As soon as your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Johannesburg has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 51 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near HLA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Johannesburg:
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Johannesburg
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Johannesburg is C$773. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,027. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Johannesburg if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when searching for a ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Johannesburg.
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Best time to go to Johannesburg
February is the quietest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Johannesburg, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Johannesburg, consider the type of weather you like best. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Johannesburg sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Johannesburg
Start your Johannesburg trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Johannesburg, check out our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are must-visits when exploring Johannesburg.
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