Flying from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2. The city is two hours ahead of Birmingham, where Birmingham Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to make your BHX to Johannesburg flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from BHX to Johannesburg with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
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Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Birmingham, BHX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near BHX. Whether you have an early flight from Birmingham Airport to Johannesburg or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:
When it comes to Birmingham Airport's on-time performance, 72% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Johannesburg
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham Airport to Johannesburg flight is 369 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 602 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from BHX to Johannesburg, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Birmingham Airport to Johannesburg is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices across every month and score a sweet deal.
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Airports in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The distance from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is roughly 26 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near JNB if you have a late flight from Birmingham Airport to Johannesburg. Settle into one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks before your flight from BHX to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Once your flight from Birmingham Airport to Johannesburg has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 45 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 40 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Following your BHX to Johannesburg flight, rest your head at a hotel close to HLA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from HLA four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Birmingham Airport to Johannesburg. April is the busiest month to visit Johannesburg. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.
Before booking a Birmingham Airport to Johannesburg plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHX to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Johannesburg
Start your Johannesburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Birmingham Airport to Johannesburg, browse our selection of hotels including:
Nelson Mandela Statue and Apartheid Museum are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Johannesburg must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Top of Africa.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of South Africa just waiting to be explored. About 451 kilometres southeast of Johannesburg, a visit to Pietermaritzburg will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Sri Siva Soobramoiniar And Marriamen Temples, KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden and Butterflies for Africa.
Bloemfontein is another essential stop in South Africa and is around 370 kilometres southwest of Johannesburg. No journey is complete without experiencing Naval Hill Planetarium, Naval Hill Nature Reserve and Kings Park Rose Garden.