Travelling from Faro Airport (FAO) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Faro.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your FAO to JNB flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Faro Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between FAO and JNB:
Frankfurt Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Faro Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight is ₹ 61,497. A return ticket right now is ₹ 68,633. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from FAO to JNB if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Faro Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from FAO to JNB by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Faro Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.
Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
76.66% of flights leaving from Faro Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Faro Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Faro. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near FAO? If you're catching an early flight from Faro Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Reserve a hotel close to JNB if you're taking a late Faro Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and explore Johannesburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport to the centre of Johannesburg has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 29 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The quietest month for a flight from Faro Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Faro Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport for January if you want to explore Johannesburg during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from FAO to JNB in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 20ºC on average.
Explore more of South Africa
You've visited Johannesburg, now it's time to discover more of South Africa. Travel around 18 kilometres west to Soweto to check off its top attractions. From Mjebha Park to Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg, Pretoria is another essential stop in South Africa. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.
