Travelling from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Geneve Airport is located in Geneva. Following the UTC+2 timezone, Johannesburg is one hour ahead of Geneva.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your GVA to Johannesburg flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from GVA to Johannesburg, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of Geneva, GVA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near GVA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Geneve Airport to Johannesburg or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
65.81% of flights taking off from Geneve Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Johannesburg
452 € is currently the best price for a one-way Geneve Airport to Johannesburg flight. Return plane tickets start at 603 €. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from GVA to Johannesburg. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Landing cheap tickets from Geneve Airport to Johannesburg is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the best prices across every month and walk away with a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The distance from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is roughly 29 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Geneve Airport to Johannesburg. Book one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Pick up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and discover Johannesburg and beyond with your own wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from GVA to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Once your flight from Geneve Airport to Johannesburg has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near HLA. Settle in and get cosy after your GVA to Johannesburg flight at any of these well-located options:
First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz make picking up a Lanseria International Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HLA will help you save.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Geneve Airport to Johannesburg. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel prices are often higher and top attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Johannesburg in low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Geneve Airport to Johannesburg plane ticket with a departure in January if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GVA to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Johannesburg
After booking your flight from Geneve Airport to Johannesburg, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Maboneng Precinct, Constitution Hill and Johannesburg Zoo are must-visits when exploring Johannesburg.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Africa waiting to be explored. About 451 kilometres south-east of Johannesburg, a trip to Pietermaritzburg will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of South Africa, head for Bloemfontein, roughly 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum are the start of reasons to visit.