Travelling from Johannesburg to Paris: what you need to know
Johannesburg's main base, Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Johannesburg to Paris.
Hop off the plane at one of Paris's major entry points like Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). You can also touch down at Paris Orly Airport (ORY) or Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA).
Jump on a direct Johannesburg to Paris flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 11 hours 50 minutes.
Paris is one hour behind Johannesburg and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are seven weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Johannesburg to Paris is with Air France at 19:45. Choose the first JNB to CDG departure with Air France at 18:50 to make the most of your arrival in Paris.
Leave enough time to get on your Johannesburg to Paris flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Paris
To find cheap Johannesburg to Paris flights, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
You can get a direct flight from Johannesburg to Paris taking off from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB). Begin your trip at JNB and end it at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Air France is a popular carrier that offers direct Johannesburg to Paris plane tickets from JNB.
We make it a cinch to find a Johannesburg to Paris flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Munich Airport (MUC)
Located around 23 kilometres from central Johannesburg, JNB can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Johannesburg to Paris or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of the flights that depart from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, 75% arrive on time at their destination.
Arriving in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris takes around 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
Book a hotel close to CDG if you're coming in on a late flight from Johannesburg to Paris. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and find adventure across Paris and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks ahead of your Johannesburg to Paris flight.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
As soon as your flight from Johannesburg to Paris has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Paris is approximately 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 40 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near ORY. Kick back after your Johannesburg to Paris flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Paris Orly Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at ORY will help you stay within budget.
The address for Paris Orly Airport is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA)
Hop off your flight from Johannesburg to Paris and go straight to your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Paris is around 72 kilometres from Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA) and usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to reach driving.
Public transport can get you there in about 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, find a hotel close to BVA. Get settled at one of these options after your Johannesburg to Paris flight:
Be in control of the next leg of your journey by picking up a Paris Beauvais Airport rental car. Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar make getting on the road effortless.
If you're looking for a specific type of vehicle, book your ride from BVA around three weeks ahead of your flight from Johannesburg to Paris. This gives you a higher chance of getting the car you prefer, as well as a better rate.
The street address for Paris Beauvais Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
July is the most popular month for flights from Johannesburg to Paris. To avoid the crowds, head to Paris in March.
When booking your Johannesburg to Paris tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Paris in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Paris
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Paris right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Johannesburg to Paris:
Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum are just two of the big attractions to put on your Paris itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Musee d'Orsay.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered once you've seen Paris. Around 386 kilometres to the southeast, check out popular attractions including Fête Des Lumières, Vieux Lyon and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in France, consider Nantes, roughly 338 kilometres southwest of Paris. Les Machines de l’île Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas are among its highlights.



