Travelling from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2. The city is one hour ahead of Rome, where Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is located.
To avoid missing your FCO to Johannesburg flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from FCO to Johannesburg, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
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The journey from central Rome to FCO takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel close to FCO? If you've booked an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Johannesburg, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
70.57% of flights that leave from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Johannesburg
R 7,051 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Johannesburg flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is R 9,236. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from FCO to Johannesburg if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Johannesburg across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near JNB if you have a late flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Johannesburg. Select one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Grab an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and discover Johannesburg and beyond with your own wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are well-known companies you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from FCO to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
The centre of Johannesburg is around 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA). Once your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Johannesburg has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 50 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near HLA. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your FCO to Johannesburg flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Lanseria International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare rates and availability from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from HLA four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Plan your trip to Johannesburg in high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Johannesburg during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Book a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket with a departure in January if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FCO to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Johannesburg
Start your Johannesburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Johannesburg, check out our selection of hotels including:
Maboneng Precinct and Constitution Hill are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Johannesburg must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Johannesburg Zoo.
Explore more of South Africa
Pietermaritzburg is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Johannesburg. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
If you want to check out another major destination in South Africa, consider Bloemfontein, roughly 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum are among the biggest draws.