Flying from Brussels to Johannesburg: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Brussels. Check out your options departing from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) when searching for a flight from Brussels to Johannesburg.
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is where your flight will arrive in Johannesburg.
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Brussels.
To ensure you get on your Brussels to Johannesburg flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Johannesburg
To pick up cheap Brussels to Johannesburg flights, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Brussels to Johannesburg across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' Brussels to Johannesburg flights.
Flying from Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Brussels to Johannesburg flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Brussels Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The journey from central Brussels to BRU takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Brussels to Johannesburg? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Brussels Airport:
71.97% of flights taking off from Brussels Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
With public transport, you can travel from central Brussels to CRL in around 1 hour 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 55 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport the day before your flight from Brussels to Johannesburg:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 71.71%.
Arriving in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Brussels to Johannesburg, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near JNB:
Go where the road takes you with an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and venture far and wide through Johannesburg and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Central Johannesburg is approximately 32 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA). As soon as your flight from Brussels to Johannesburg has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 50 minutes.
First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz make collecting a Lanseria International Airport rental car simple. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at HLA will help you save.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
February is the quietest month for flights from Brussels to Johannesburg, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Johannesburg based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Brussels to Johannesburg ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Brussels to Johannesburg in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Johannesburg
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Johannesburg right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Brussels to Johannesburg:
Constitution Hill and Maboneng Precinct are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Johannesburg must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Johannesburg Zoo.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of South Africa you'll want to see. About 18 kilometres west of Johannesburg, a trip to Soweto will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
Pretoria is another sought-after destination in South Africa and is around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. No journey is complete without seeing 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.
