Travelling from Montreal to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Montreal. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Montreal to Johannesburg taking off from here.
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is where your flight will arrive in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg is six hours ahead of Montreal and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Montreal to Johannesburg flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Johannesburg
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap Montreal to Johannesburg flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Montreal, YUL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Montreal to Johannesburg, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, data shows 64.89% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Arriving in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is approximately 23 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 30 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near JNB if you're coming in on a late flight from Montreal to Johannesburg. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks ahead of your Montreal to Johannesburg flight.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
After your flight from Montreal to Johannesburg has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is approximately 32 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab lines. Pick up a Lanseria International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from HLA four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
July is the most popular month for flights from Montreal to Johannesburg. To skip the crowds, visit Johannesburg in February.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Montreal to Johannesburg ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Montreal to Johannesburg in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
More about Johannesburg
Once you've booked your flight from Montreal to Johannesburg, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are attractions you won't want to skip in Johannesburg.
Explore more of South Africa
Soweto is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be explored after you've seen Johannesburg. Around 18 kilometres to the west, its top attractions include Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
Pretoria is another essential stop in South Africa and is around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without seeing 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.
