Travelling from Brussels to Johannesburg: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Brussels. Explore your options departing from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) when searching for a flight from Brussels to Johannesburg.
Come in for landing at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), the major arrival point in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Johannesburg one hour ahead of Brussels.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Brussels to Johannesburg flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
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.
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Flying from Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for Brussels to Johannesburg flights leaving from Brussels Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Brussels to BRU takes around 40 minutes on 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.
Need a convenient hotel close to Brussels Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Brussels to Johannesburg, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Brussels Airport, 71.97% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
You can get to CRL from the centre of Brussels in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport the day before your flight from Brussels to Johannesburg:
72% of flights leaving Brussels S. Charleroi Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Brussels to Johannesburg, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near JNB:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
The centre of Johannesburg is around 32 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA). Once your flight from Brussels to Johannesburg has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 50 minutes.
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Pick up a Lanseria International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the rates and availability from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HLA can land you a better rate.
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 (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). 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 (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
More about Johannesburg
After booking your flight from Brussels to Johannesburg, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
Constitution Hill and Maboneng Precinct are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Johannesburg itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out 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.