Flying from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, making Johannesburg eight hours behind Gold Coast.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your OOL to JNB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Gold Coast Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is a popular stopover on the OOL to JNB route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight is R 12,963. A return ticket right now is R 25,584. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from OOL to JNB if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from OOL to JNB.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Gold Coast Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
Of all flights leaving Gold Coast Airport, 74.82% touch down on time at their destination.
Gold Coast Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Gold Coast. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near OOL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Gold Coast Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Hit the road running by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport is roughly 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Gold Coast Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Johannesburg. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Gold Coast Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport for January if you'd like to visit Johannesburg during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap tickets from OOL to JNB sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of South Africa waiting to be explored. Around 18 kilometres west of Johannesburg, a trip to Soweto will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
Around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg, Pretoria is another favourite stop in South Africa. No visit is complete without checking out 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.
