Travelling from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Vienna International Airport is located in Vienna. Operating on the UTC+2 timezone, Johannesburg is 1 hour ahead of Vienna.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from VIE to Johannesburg. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you have a passport from Austria and are travelling to South Africa for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on your reason for visiting and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Vienna International Airport to Johannesburg.
Located around 23 kilometres from central Vienna, VIE can be reached in approximately 31 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 58 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near VIE? If you're catching an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Johannesburg, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Johannesburg
R 7,161 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Vienna International Airport to Johannesburg. A return flight starts from R 7,919. These fares can change depending on demand.
To find cheap tickets from VIE to Johannesburg, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is roughly 29 kilometres. It takes around 29 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 12 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Vienna International Airport to Johannesburg, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near JNB:
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is around 48 kilometres from central Johannesburg. Once you've disembarked your flight from Vienna International Airport to Johannesburg, it'll take you around 51 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near HLA. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from VIE to Johannesburg at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Johannesburg
July is the most popular month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Johannesburg. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Johannesburg in February when it's quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Vienna International Airport to Johannesburg, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap flights from VIE to Johannesburg sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Johannesburg
Once you've booked your flight from Vienna International Airport to Johannesburg, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are attractions you won't want to skip in Johannesburg.
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