Travelling from Belfast to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Belfast to Johannesburg. Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are the main airports in Belfast.
Disembark at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), the primary hub in Johannesburg.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Belfast to Johannesburg. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You don't need a visa for South Africa if you hold a passport from United Kingdom and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before reserving your cheap flights from Belfast to Johannesburg, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
Flying from Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Stopovers offer the opportunity to visit a new city or just take a break during your journey. When booking your flight from Belfast to Johannesburg, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is an option if you're departing from Belfast International Airport.
Travelling from central Belfast to BFS takes approximately 2 hours and 2 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Belfast International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Belfast to Johannesburg or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Think about adding a stop at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). It's a popular stopover on a flight from Belfast to Johannesburg leaving George Best Belfast City Airport. Use a long layover to explore the city, or take advantage of a short break to browse the airport stores.
You can arrive at BHD from the centre of Belfast in approximately 12 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 22 minutes to travel the 8 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Belfast to Johannesburg, unwind in one of these hotels close to George Best Belfast City Airport:
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 a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 29 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 12 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Belfast to Johannesburg, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near JNB:
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Central Johannesburg is about 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA). After your flight from Belfast to Johannesburg has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 51 minutes.
After your flight from Belfast to Johannesburg, rest your head at a hotel close to HLA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Johannesburg
397 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Johannesburg. A return flight starts at 715 €. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap tickets from Belfast to Johannesburg, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
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Best time to go to Johannesburg
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Belfast to Johannesburg. July is the busiest month to travel to Johannesburg. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Belfast to Johannesburg for January if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Johannesburg to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Belfast to Johannesburg sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Johannesburg
Once you've booked your flight from Belfast to Johannesburg, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are essential stops on your Johannesburg itinerary.
Complete your Johannesburg trip with a car rental
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