Flying from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
Johannesburg is one hour ahead of Rome and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you catch your FCO to JNB flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between FCO and JNB:
Frankfurt Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
R 5,541 is the lowest price for a one-way Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 6,889. These fares may change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from FCO to JNB if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for a flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.
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Handy information about Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
70.57% of flights that leave from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Rome to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to FCO:
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport to the centre of Johannesburg has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 29 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
July is the busiest month for flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Johannesburg in February.
Before locking in your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from FCO to JNB in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of South Africa you'll want to see. Around 18 kilometres west of Johannesburg, a trip to Soweto will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
Around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg, Pretoria is another essential stop in South Africa. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.