Traveling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it a piece of cake to get a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Sofia Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between SOF and JNB include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Remember, you might need a visa to enter South Africa. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements frequently change. Before locking in your cheap ticket from SOF to JNB, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
C$395 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sofia Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Return flights start at C$800. These fares may change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flight tickets from SOF to JNB if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Sofia Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from SOF to JNB. There's no need to search every day to see whether prices have dropped. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sofia Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.
Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Sofia, Sofia Airport can be reached in about 16 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 37 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near SOF. Whether you're catching an early flight from Sofia Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sofia Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near JNB:
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport is approximately 29 kilometres from the center of Johannesburg. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 29 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour and 12 minutes.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Sofia Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Johannesburg in February.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Sofia Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from SOF to JNB sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Johannesburg
Once you've locked in your flights from SOF to JNB, you'll want to find a place to stay in Johannesburg. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are popular attractions which should be on every Johannesburg itinerary.
Complete your Johannesburg trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to O.R. Tambo International Airport, check out our great car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Johannesburg stay.