Flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Larnaca International Airport (LCA): what you need to know
Larnaca's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Johannesburg.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your JNB to LCA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Larnaca International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between JNB and LCA:
Dubai Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Larnaca International Airport flight is R 6,258. A return fare is currently R 9,303. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from JNB to LCA, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Larnaca International Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from JNB to LCA by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Larnaca International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
77.1% of flights that depart O.R. Tambo International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Johannesburg to O.R. Tambo International Airport is around 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to JNB? If you're catching an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Larnaca International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Larnaca International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LCA instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Larnaca International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Get Your Car, Aercar or 7777 Rent to explore Larnaca and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Larnaca International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Larnaca International Airport (LCA) to central Larnaca
Larnaca International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Larnaca. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
The quietest month for a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Larnaca International Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Larnaca based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Larnaca is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Larnaca International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from JNB to LCA in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Cyprus
You've seen Larnaca, now it's time to discover other parts of Cyprus. Journey about 40 kilometres north-west to Nicosia to check off its top sights. From Ledra Street Crossing Point to Selimiye Mosque and Venetian walls of Nicosia, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 56 kilometres south-west of Larnaca, Limassol is another favourite stop in Cyprus. Start your sightseeing at Πλατεία Συντάγματος - Plac Syntagma, Syrou Park and Linear Park Lellas karagianni.