Travelling from Venice to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Venice is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Venice to Johannesburg departing from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) or Treviso Airport (TSF).
Disembark at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), the chief entry point to Johannesburg.
Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Johannesburg one hour ahead of Venice.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Venice to Johannesburg flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Venice to Johannesburg
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Venice to Johannesburg flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
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Flying from Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Located around 8 kilometres from central Venice, VCE can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Venice to Johannesburg? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Venice Marco Polo Airport:
75.29% of flights leaving from Venice Marco Polo Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Treviso Airport (TSF)
On public transport, you can travel from central Venice to TSF in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 26 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 35 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Venice to Johannesburg, unwind in one of these hotels close to Treviso Airport:
70.17% of flights out of Treviso Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The distance from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is approximately 23 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to JNB if you have a late flight from Venice to Johannesburg. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and venture far and wide through Johannesburg and beyond.
Booking your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is roughly 32 kilometres from central Johannesburg. Following your flight from Venice to Johannesburg, it'll take you approximately 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Lanseria International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and be off and running.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at HLA can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
July is the busiest month for flights from Venice to Johannesburg. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Johannesburg in February.
When booking your Venice to Johannesburg tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap flights from Venice to Johannesburg around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Johannesburg
Start your Johannesburg trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Venice to Johannesburg, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Constitution Hill and Maboneng Precinct are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Johannesburg must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Johannesburg Zoo.
Explore more of South Africa
Soweto is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Johannesburg. Around 18 kilometres to the west, popular attractions include Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
Pretoria is another favourite destination in South Africa and is around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without dropping by 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.
