How to find cheap flights from Johannesburg to France
Book a return flight from Johannesburg to France from 470 €, the cheapest price currently available.
You'll be travelling from Johannesburg into Paris Charles de Gaulle in Paris with that fare.
303 € is the lowest price available for a one-way ticket.
Happy to land anywhere if it means paying less? Enter 'France' in the 'To' field to discover the lowest fares across different cities.
With roughly 40 international airports, France gives you a good range of options on where to land.
For a broader price comparison, choose 'Add nearby airports' to include all airports close to where you're departing from and heading to.
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Best time to fly from Johannesburg to France
If you're watching what you spend, September is usually the cheapest month to catch a flight from Johannesburg to France.
Flying midweek can often be a smart move. Fares are generally lower on Tuesdays and Wednesdays compared to the rest of the week.
June, July and August are the most popular months to travel to France. July comes out on top, making it a great time to visit if you like things to feel a little more lively.
January, February and March are quieter months. March sees the lowest demand from travellers and is a good option if you'd rather skip the crowds.
Flights from Johannesburg to France: what to expect
Your flight from Johannesburg will take off from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB).
At least one airport in France can be reached on a nonstop flight from Johannesburg.
Roughly six direct flights operate each week between Johannesburg and cities around France.
Take to the skies with Air France, the top airine flying this route.
Paris is one of the most popular routes from Johannesburg to France.
Across all routes, the average journey comes in at around 11 hours 50 minutes.
Popular places to visit in France
Paris
A leading destination for Johannesburg to France flights, this city in Île-de-France takes the top spot on any travel itinerary. From Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum to Musee d'Orsay, the attractions just keep coming.
Paris's major airports are Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA). You'll find plenty of flight deals across all three.
Explore the lineup of hotels in Paris and round out your trip with a stay you'll love.
Nice
Prom. Des Anglais, Plage de Nice and old nice are among the first things worth making time for in this Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur city.
The majority of flights arrive through Nice Airport (NCE), the city's main airport.
After locking in your airfare, you can move on to finding the right stay among the hotels in Nice.
Lyon
Fête Des Lumières, Vieux Lyon and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon are well-known attractions to tick off while you're in this corner of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.
Lyon Airport (LYS) is the main airport for flights into the city.
From fly-in, fly-out trips to longer stays, hotels in Lyon cover a wide range of travel styles and budgets.
Visiting France for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Entry rules can vary depending on your travel plans and passport, so double-check before you travel. Official embassy sites and airlines will have the most up-to-date advice on visas or any other documentation you may need.
You'll be using the euro (EUR) for your daily spending. Credit and debit cards are widely accepted.
Paris is the capital of France, which has a population of about 67 million.
Time is the same across this destination, with one standard time zone operating on UTC+1.
Choose the season that suits how you like to explore, whether that's hotter, cooler or somewhere in between. August is one of the warmest months in France.
Temperatures are often coolest around January.
Rain is more common in January, while July is usually drier.
The most popular events on the local calendar include Bastille Day, the Tour de France cycling race and Nice Carnival. Time your Johannesburg to France flight around moments like these to experience something beyond the ordinary.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
Booked that cheap flight from Johannesburg to France? Now work out where you'll rest your head and how you'll travel around. Explore the range of hotels in France and filter your search by price, location and more. You can also browse car rental options in France and choose from pickup locations at airports or in cities.



