Travelling from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2. The city is 6 hours ahead of Toronto, where Pearson International Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from YYZ to Johannesburg, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You don't need a visa for South Africa if you hold a passport from Canada and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before organizing your flight tickets from Pearson International Airport to Johannesburg, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Located around 27 kilometres from central Toronto, YYZ can be reached in approximately 26 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 49 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near YYZ. Whether you're taking an early flight from Pearson International Airport to Johannesburg or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Johannesburg
C$824 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Pearson International Airport to Johannesburg. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,236. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from YYZ to Johannesburg, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is around 29 minutes by car. It's approximately 29 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 12 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Pearson International Airport to Johannesburg. Stay at one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Once your flight from Pearson International Airport to Johannesburg has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 51 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
After your flight from YYZ to Johannesburg, tuck yourself in at a hotel near HLA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Johannesburg
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Pearson International Airport to Johannesburg. July is the most popular month for a trip to Johannesburg. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Pearson International Airport to Johannesburg in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from YYZ to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 20ºC.
More about Johannesburg
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Johannesburg right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Pearson International Airport to Johannesburg:
Constitution Hill and Maboneng Precinct are a couple of top attractions to put on your Johannesburg travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Johannesburg Zoo.
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