Flying from Venice to Johannesburg: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Venice. Explore your options leaving from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) or Treviso Airport (TSF) when planning your flight from Venice to Johannesburg.
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is where you'll be arriving in Johannesburg.
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Venice.
To ensure you get on your Venice to Johannesburg flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Venice to Johannesburg
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Venice to Johannesburg flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
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Flying from Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Travelling from central Venice to VCE takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Venice Marco Polo Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Venice to Johannesburg or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
75.29% of flights leaving from Venice Marco Polo Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Treviso Airport (TSF)
On public transport, you can travel from central Venice to TSF in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 26 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 35 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Treviso Airport the day before your flight from Venice to Johannesburg:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Treviso Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 70%.
Arriving in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The distance from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is roughly 21 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near JNB if you have a late flight from Venice to Johannesburg. Check in to 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 providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks ahead of your Venice to Johannesburg flight.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Central Johannesburg is around 32 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA). Once your flight from Venice to Johannesburg has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 50 minutes.
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab a Lanseria International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the rates and availability from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at HLA will help you save.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
July is the busiest month for flights from Venice to Johannesburg. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Johannesburg in February.
When booking your Venice to Johannesburg tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap flights from Venice to Johannesburg around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Johannesburg
Start your Johannesburg trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Venice to Johannesburg, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are highlights which should be on any good Johannesburg itinerary.
Explore more of South Africa
Soweto is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Johannesburg. Around 18 kilometres to the west, popular attractions include Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
Pretoria is another favourite destination in South Africa and is around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without dropping by 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.