Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Johannesburg is nine hours ahead of Vancouver, where Vancouver International Airport is located. Johannesburg follows the UTC+2 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your YVR to Johannesburg flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Heading away during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
YVR is around 11 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
In search of a hotel near YVR? If you're catching an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Johannesburg, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
71.77% of flights that leave from Vancouver International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Johannesburg
Rs177,344 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Johannesburg flight. A return ticket right now is Rs258,214. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from YVR to Johannesburg. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Vancouver International Airport to Johannesburg throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is around 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 30 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Vancouver International Airport to Johannesburg. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and discover more of Johannesburg and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from YVR to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
The centre of Johannesburg is around 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA). After your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Johannesburg has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 50 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to HLA. Settle in and get cosy after your YVR to Johannesburg flight at any of these well-located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Lanseria International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire or Firefly powered by Hertz and be on your way in a flash.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from HLA four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Plan your trip to Johannesburg in high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Johannesburg during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before locking in your Vancouver International Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. 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 a cheap ticket from YVR to Johannesburg around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Johannesburg
Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Johannesburg, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
Maboneng Precinct and Constitution Hill are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Johannesburg travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Johannesburg Zoo.
Explore more of South Africa
Pietermaritzburg is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored after you've experienced Johannesburg. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
Bloemfontein is another sought-after destination in South Africa and is around 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without a visit to Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum.
