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BRS → JNB

Bristol to Johannesburg

Route
BRS → JNB
Distance
5,677 miles
Non-stop flying time
around 11h 45m
With one stop
usually 15h 30m–17h 30m
Arrive at
O. R. Tambo International Airport
Local time
UTC+2

Leaving from Bristol

South-west of the city, serving the West Country and South Wales. Long-haul choice from Bristol is limited; most itineraries connect through a European hub, or travellers use Heathrow.

Arriving in Johannesburg

South Africa’s biggest city and busiest airport, and the gateway to Kruger.

Connections and timing

Typical connecting points on this route: Istanbul, Dubai, Doha, Addis Ababa, Nairobi and major European hubs such as Amsterdam and Paris. Best time to go: may to September for safari; the city is pleasant most of the year.

Fares on this route are usually lowest when booked well ahead and outside UK school holidays, Eid and Christmas. Being flexible by a day or two, or flying mid-week, often helps — your consultant will tell you what moves the price on your dates.

Other UK airports to Johannesburg

Questions people ask

How long is the flight from Bristol to Johannesburg?
The two airports are about 5,677 miles apart. A non-stop flight, where one operates, takes around 11h 45m. With one connection, most journeys take 15h 30m to 17h 30m door to gate, depending on the layover.
Are there direct flights from Bristol to Johannesburg?
It depends on the season and the airline — non-stop services start, stop and change frequency through the year. Most travellers on this route connect via Istanbul, Dubai, Doha, Addis Ababa, Nairobi. Call us and a consultant will check what is flying on your dates.
Which airport will I land at?
O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
How can I get the cheapest fare?
Book early, avoid peak holiday weeks, and be flexible by a day or two if you can. Send us your dates and we’ll compare fares across the airlines for you — or call 020 3137 8781, open 24/7.