Flying from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2. The city is one hour ahead of Nice, where Cote D'Azur Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your NCE to Johannesburg flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When searching for flight tickets from NCE to Johannesburg, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The journey from central Nice to NCE takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Johannesburg? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near NCE:
74.5% of flights leaving from Cote D'Azur Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Johannesburg
R 7,566 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cote D'Azur Airport to Johannesburg flight. A return ticket right now is R 10,258. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from NCE to Johannesburg if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Scoring cheap tickets from Cote D'Azur Airport to Johannesburg is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to get the best prices across every month and walk away with a fantastic deal.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Johannesburg by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The distance from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is roughly 29 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Book a hotel close to JNB if you have a late flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Johannesburg. Select one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Travel at your own pace with an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and venture far and wide through Johannesburg and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from NCE to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. Once you've hopped off your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Johannesburg, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Following your NCE to Johannesburg flight, settle in at a hotel close to HLA. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Lanseria International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HLA will save you money.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Johannesburg. The city buzzes in peak season, but hotel prices are generally higher and attractions can get busy. Visit Johannesburg in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Cote D'Azur Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from NCE to Johannesburg around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Johannesburg
Once you've booked your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Johannesburg, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Maboneng Precinct, Constitution Hill and Johannesburg Zoo are popular attractions which should feature on any good Johannesburg itinerary.
Explore more of South Africa
Pietermaritzburg is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Johannesburg. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in South Africa, consider Bloemfontein, roughly 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum are highlights.
