Flying from Johannesburg to Perth Airport (PER): what you need to know
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is Johannesburg's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Perth Airport (PER) taking off from here.
Around 9 hours 28 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Johannesburg to Perth Airport.
Perth is 6 hours ahead of Johannesburg. Perth Airport is located in Perth, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Perth Airport (PER) is the most popular route. There are 4 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with South African Airways at 20:55. Choose the first JNB to PER departure operated by South African Airways at 20:45 if you want to get going earlier.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Johannesburg to PER.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Get to your destination in one go from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Direct flights from Johannesburg to Perth Airport (PER) can be booked from here.
South African Airways is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Johannesburg to Perth Airport jetting out of JNB.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Johannesburg to PER. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
JNB is roughly 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will give you the best route and available public transport options.
After a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Johannesburg to Perth Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
About Perth Airport (PER)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Johannesburg to Perth Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PER instead:
Getting from Perth Airport (PER) to central Perth
Perth Airport to the centre of Perth is around 21 minutes in a car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 28 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Perth Airport (PER)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Perth Airport is R 7,759. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 12,972. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 2 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Johannesburg to PER.
Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Johannesburg to Perth Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across each month.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll let you know right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to PER every day.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Johannesburg to Perth Airport.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Perth Airport (PER)
July is the busiest month for flights from Johannesburg to Perth Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Perth in February when it's quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Perth. January is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Johannesburg to PER during then and you can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 35ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Johannesburg to Perth Airport in August when temperatures average between 8ºC and 20ºC.
More about Perth
Once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Perth Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Perth:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Mill Point Swan River, Fremantle Prison and The Perth Mint are popular attractions which should be on every Perth itinerary.
Complete your Perth trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Johannesburg to Perth Airport to track down your ideal ride. Check out our car rentals in Perth and compare your options in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the average daily price.
