Flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Bristol Airport (BRS): what you need to know
Bristol is two hours behind Johannesburg and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your JNB to BRS flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Bristol Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between JNB and BRS include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Bristol Airport (BRS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Bristol Airport flight is R 6,191. A return plane ticket is currently R 12,087. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from JNB to BRS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Bristol Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from JNB to BRS.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Bristol Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
77.1% of flights leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Johannesburg to O.R. Tambo International Airport is approximately 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near JNB? If you're boarding an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Bristol Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Bristol Airport (BRS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an O.R. Tambo International Airport to Bristol Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BRS instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Bristol Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or Drivalia and see more of Bristol and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Bristol Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Bristol Airport (BRS) to central Bristol
Bristol Airport to the centre of Bristol has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Bristol Airport (BRS)
August is the busiest month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Bristol Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Bristol in January.
Before locking in your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Bristol Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Bristol, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JNB to BRS in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done Bristol, now it's time to explore other corners of United Kingdom. Journey about 177 kilometres east to London to check off its leading sights. From Big Ben to The British Museum and Buckingham Palace, your itinerary will be busy.
Birmingham is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 121 kilometres north of Bristol. No trip is complete without seeing Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
