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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Paris to Johannesburg flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from Paris to Johannesburg

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Paris to Johannesburg? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Paris to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs92,676
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time11 hrs, 48 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week40

Finding cheap flights from Paris to Johannesburg: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Johannesburg: Johannesburg O.R. Tambo and Lanseria.
The best price we found for a return flight from Paris to Johannesburg is Rs133,452. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 48 minutes is the average flight time from Paris to Johannesburg.
Delta, KLM and Air France fly direct from Paris to Johannesburg.
As of November 2025, there are 160 flights per week flying from Paris to Johannesburg.
The cheapest month to fly from Paris to Johannesburg is usually June.
If you're flying from Paris, the cheapest airport near Johannesburg is Johannesburg O.R. Tambo – which is 21.7 km away from the centre of Johannesburg. We've found flights into this airport from Rs133,452.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Paris to Johannesburg on Tuesday, 2 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 48 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Johannesburg but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In November, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. January is typically the warmest month in Johannesburg, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 3°C. The rainiest month is December.
The cheapest airline that flies to Johannesburg is Condor. And the cheapest airline that flies to Lanseria Airport is Air France.

Flying from Paris to Johannesburg: what you need to know

  • You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from Paris to Johannesburg. Check out your options for leaving Paris from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).

  • Touch down at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), the major arrival point in Johannesburg.

  • Take a direct Paris to Johannesburg flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 11 hours.

  • The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Paris.

  • With seven weekly flights between the two airports, Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from Paris to Johannesburg with Air France at 21:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from CDG to JNB is with Air France at 21:30.

  • To ensure you make it on your Paris to Johannesburg flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.

  • Flying during a peak time like June? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Johannesburg

  • Book two months before you want to fly. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Paris to Johannesburg flights.

  • May is the best month for picking up an amazing deal on a plane ticket from Paris to Johannesburg. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from Paris to Johannesburg by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Save on your Paris to Johannesburg flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from Paris

Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • You can book a direct flight from Paris to Johannesburg jetting off from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Start your journey at CDG and come in for landing at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).

  • Air France is a popular carrier that offers direct Paris to Johannesburg plane tickets leaving from CDG.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing Paris to Johannesburg flights departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • CDG is around 23 kilometres from central Paris. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel close to Charles de Gaulle Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Paris to Johannesburg, these stays will have you moments from check-in:

  • 61.46% of flights departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.

Paris Orly Airport (ORY)

  • Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Paris to Johannesburg flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these stops between Paris Orly Airport and Johannesburg:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)

    • Reunion Roland Garros Airport (RUN)

  • ORY is about 14 kilometres from central Paris. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.

  • You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport the day before your flight from Paris to Johannesburg:

  • When it comes to flight punctuality, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.

  • The address for ORY is 94396 Orly Aérogare.

Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)

  • BVA is roughly 72 kilometres from central Paris. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours 20 minutes.

  • Make taking an early Paris to Johannesburg flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near Beauvais-Tille Airport and head to your check-in counter with time to spare:

  • The on-time performance record of BVA is 66.39%. To put it plainly, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive as planned.

  • Beauvais-Tille Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.

Arriving in Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Paris to Johannesburg, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near JNB:

  • 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 main sights.

  • To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks ahead of your Paris to Johannesburg flight.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

  • Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is roughly 32 kilometres from central Johannesburg. Once you've hopped off your flight from Paris to Johannesburg, it takes approximately 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • Forget about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Lanseria International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare rates and availability from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz.

  • Score the best price by booking your ride from HLA four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Johannesburg

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Paris to Johannesburg, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Johannesburg based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Paris to Johannesburg ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • July has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap flights from Paris to Johannesburg around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Johannesburg

  • Start your Johannesburg trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Paris to Johannesburg, check out our selection of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are top attractions which should be on every Johannesburg itinerary.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Johannesburg has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of South Africa you should also see. Around 18 kilometres west of Johannesburg, a trip to Soweto will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.

  • If there's time to check out another side of South Africa, consider Pretoria, about 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall are among its highlights.

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