Flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Calgary International Airport (YYC): what you need to know
Calgary is eight hours behind Johannesburg and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your JNB to YYC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Calgary International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between JNB and YYC:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Calgary International Airport flight is Rs208,889. A return fare right now is Rs228,010. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from JNB to YYC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Calgary International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from JNB to YYC by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Calgary International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of O.R. Tambo International Airport, data shows 77.1% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Johannesburg to O.R. Tambo International Airport is around 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Calgary International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to JNB:
Arriving at Calgary International Airport (YYC)
If you're arriving on a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Calgary International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near YYC:
Follow your own route with a Calgary International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and chase adventure across Calgary and beyond.
Booking your ride from Calgary International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Calgary International Airport to the centre of Calgary has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
July is the most popular month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Calgary International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Calgary in February.
Lock in your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Calgary International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Calgary during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 8ºC and 26ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JNB to YYC in December. Temperatures average between -18ºC and 0ºC then.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Calgary, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Journey about 274 kilometres north to Edmonton to tick off its must-visit sights. From Royal Alberta Museum to Fort Edmonton Park and Alberta Legislature Building, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 402 kilometres west of Calgary, Kelowna is another essential stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and BC Wine Museum & VQA Wine Shop.
