Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Canberra Airport (CBR): what you need to know
The timezone in Canberra is UTC+11, which is nine hours ahead of Johannesburg.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your JNB to CBR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Canberra Airport. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is a popular stopover on the JNB to CBR route.
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Canberra Airport (CBR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Canberra Airport flight is R 10,552. A round-trip ticket is currently R 16,340. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JNB to CBR if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Canberra Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from JNB to CBR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Canberra Airport.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
77.1% of flights leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
O.R. Tambo International Airport is around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to JNB? If you're catching an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Canberra Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Canberra Airport (CBR)
If you're coming in on a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Canberra Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near CBR:
Follow your own route with a Canberra Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Sixt or Alamo and experience more of Canberra and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Canberra Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Canberra Airport (CBR) to central Canberra
Canberra Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Canberra. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Canberra Airport (CBR)
The quietest month for a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Canberra Airport is January, while February is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Canberra based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Canberra is January, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Canberra Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from JNB to CBR sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Australia waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres north-east of Canberra, a visit to Sydney will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach.
Around 467 kilometres south-west of Canberra, Melbourne is another essential stop in Australia. No visit is complete without checking out Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88.
