Flying from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Johannesburg one hour ahead of Bologna.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BLQ to JNB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BLQ and JNB:
Zurich Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Guglielmo Marconi Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight is 294 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 495 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BLQ to JNB if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from BLQ to JNB.
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Handy information about Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Of the flights that depart from Guglielmo Marconi Airport, 74.23% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Bologna to Guglielmo Marconi Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near BLQ? If you're catching an early flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Book a hotel near JNB if you're taking a late Guglielmo Marconi Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks before you set off.
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport to the centre of Johannesburg has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 29 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Johannesburg. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BLQ to JNB in July. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you should also see. About 18 kilometres west of Johannesburg, a visit to Soweto will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
Pretoria is another favourite destination in South Africa and is around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. No journey is complete without dropping by 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.
