Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Paris: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 10 hours 46 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Paris.
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1. The city is 1 hour behind Johannesburg, where O.R. Tambo International Airport is located.
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route, with 10 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from JNB to CDG is with Air France at 19:50. Choose the first departure operated by Air France at 18:50 if you want to get on your way earlier.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from JNB to Paris.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Paris that arrives at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Keep an eye out for promotions from Air France. This airline has direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Paris.
We make it simple to book a flight from JNB to Paris with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
If you hold a passport from South Africa, you'll need an embassy visa to visit France. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Paris for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before you fly.
Located around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg, JNB can be reached in about 29 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour and 12 minutes.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near JNB. Whether you've booked an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Paris or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Paris
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Paris is R 5,777. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,805. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap tickets from JNB to Paris, reserve your trip 9 months before the departure date.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Paris. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Paris. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 44 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to CDG if you're catching a late flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Paris. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Once your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Paris has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 34 minutes by car. Central Paris is approximately 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take around 57 minutes.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to ORY. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from JNB to Paris at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Paris
June is the busiest month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Paris. To skip the crowds, travel to Paris in February when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Paris, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from JNB to Paris sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Paris, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are popular attractions which should feature on any good Paris itinerary.
Complete your Paris trip with a car rental
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