Travelling from Buenos Aires to Johannesburg: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Buenos Aires. Check out your options leaving from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) when organising your flight from Buenos Aires to Johannesburg.
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) is where you'll be arriving in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, making Johannesburg five hours ahead of Buenos Aires.
Give yourself enough time to get on your Buenos Aires to Johannesburg flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Johannesburg
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap Buenos Aires to Johannesburg flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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Flying from Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Travelling from central Buenos Aires to AEP takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a handy hotel close to Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Buenos Aires to Johannesburg, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
64% of flights that depart Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Buenos Aires to Johannesburg flight. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these options between Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport and Johannesburg:
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EZE is about 24 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Buenos Aires to Johannesburg, stay in one of these hotels near Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport:
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport has an on-time performance rate of 78%. This figure provides insight into how often flights departing from this airport land on time.
Arriving in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
The distance from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is roughly 23 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Buenos Aires to Johannesburg, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near JNB:
Travel at your own pace with a Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and see more of Johannesburg and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Lanseria Airport (HLA)
After your flight from Buenos Aires to Johannesburg has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 45 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 32 kilometres from Lanseria Airport (HLA).
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near HLA. Unwind after your Buenos Aires to Johannesburg flight at one of these well-located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or slow-moving taxi lines. Pick up a Lanseria Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the rates and availability from First - Car Rental, Tempest - Car Rental and Firefly powered by Hertz.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from HLA four weeks in advance often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
Johannesburg Randgermiston Airport (QRA)
Hop off your flight from Buenos Aires to Johannesburg and go straight to your hotel or start checking out the attractions right away. Central Johannesburg is about 11 kilometres from Johannesburg Randgermiston Airport (QRA).
Set your GPS and zoom off to the next chapter of your journey with a Johannesburg Randgermiston Airport rental car. Whether you're searching for a nimble compact or a full-size SUV, you'll find your ideal set of wheels from Avis or Budget.
Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Buenos Aires to Johannesburg is a good move. Along with better prices, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at QRA.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Buenos Aires to Johannesburg. April is the most popular month to visit Johannesburg. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When booking your Buenos Aires to Johannesburg tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Buenos Aires to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Johannesburg
Once you've booked your flight from Buenos Aires to Johannesburg, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
Apartheid Museum and Nelson Mandela Statue are a couple of big attractions to put on your Johannesburg travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Top of Africa.
Explore more of South Africa
You've seen Johannesburg, now it's time to explore other corners of South Africa. Journey about 21 kilometres west to Soweto to tick off its top attractions. From Soweto to Hector Pieterson Memorial and Mandela's House, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in South Africa, head for Pretoria, about 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. Nelson Mandela Statue, Ditsong National Museum of Natural History and Idube Game Reserve are among the biggest draws.