Traveling from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Johannesburg is one hour ahead of Copenhagen, where Copenhagen Airport is located. Johannesburg observes the UTC+2 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your CPH to Johannesburg flight.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from CPH to Johannesburg with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
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Located around 6 kilometers from central Copenhagen, CPH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Copenhagen Airport to Johannesburg? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near CPH:
When it comes to Copenhagen Airport's on-time performance, 76.54% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Johannesburg
$452 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Copenhagen Airport to Johannesburg flight. A return ticket right now is $716. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from CPH to Johannesburg, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Copenhagen Airport to Johannesburg is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest fares throughout the month and land a sweet deal.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is around 29 kilometers from central Johannesburg. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near JNB if you have a late flight from Copenhagen Airport to Johannesburg. Check in to one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Pick up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car and explore Johannesburg and beyond with your own wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from CPH to Johannesburg can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Once your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Johannesburg has arrived, you can reach the city center in about 50 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 48 kilometers from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near HLA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your CPH to Johannesburg flight:
First - Car Rental, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz make collecting a Lanseria International Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at HLA can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Before you book your flights from Copenhagen Airport to Johannesburg, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Johannesburg offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Copenhagen Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket with a departure in January if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CPH to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Johannesburg
After booking your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Johannesburg, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
Maboneng Precinct and Constitution Hill are just two of the top attractions to add to your Johannesburg itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Johannesburg Zoo.
Explore more of South Africa
You've visited Johannesburg, now it's time to discover other parts of South Africa. Travel around 451 kilometers south-east to Pietermaritzburg to check off its top attractions. From KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden to Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison, your itinerary will be busy.
Bloemfontein is another well-known destination in South Africa and is around 370 kilometers south-west of Johannesburg. No journey is complete without dropping by Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum.