Flying from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
Johannesburg is six hours behind Guangzhou and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your CAN to JNB flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between CAN and JNB:
Hong Kong International Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Currently, R 7,686 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 11,122. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from CAN to JNB, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CAN to JNB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.
Handy information about Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
The address for CAN is Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 86.05% of flights that take off from CAN land on time.
Central Guangzhou to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking an early flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to CAN:
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
If you're arriving on a late Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near JNB:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
From O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg is approximately 29 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The quietest month for a flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CAN to JNB in July. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of South Africa waiting to be explored. Around 18 kilometres west of Johannesburg, a trip to Soweto will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
Pretoria is another well-known destination in South Africa and is around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without visiting 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.
