Flying from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2, which is eight hours ahead of Calgary.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your YYC to JNB flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
R 11,615 is currently the best price for a one-way Calgary International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 19,853. These fares may change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YYC to JNB if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Calgary International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)
YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
When it comes to Calgary International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65.39% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Calgary to Calgary International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near YYC. Whether you're taking an early flight from Calgary International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Consider staying in a hotel near JNB if you're on a late Calgary International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and experience more of Johannesburg and beyond.
Reserving your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport is roughly 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Calgary International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Johannesburg in February.
Book your flight from Calgary International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport for January if you want to explore Johannesburg during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from YYC to JNB in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Soweto is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Johannesburg. Around 18 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
Around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg, Pretoria is another essential stop in South Africa. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.