Flying from Stockholm to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Stockholm to Johannesburg begins with finding the best airport to start your vacation. Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) are the main departure points in Stockholm.
Touch down at Johannesburg's primary gateway, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
Johannesburg is one hour ahead of Stockholm and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you get on your Stockholm to Johannesburg flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Johannesburg
To find cheap Stockholm to Johannesburg flights, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Flying from Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from traveling — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing Stockholm to Johannesburg flights leaving from Stockholm Arlanda Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
ARN is about 40 kilometers from central Stockholm. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Stockholm to Johannesburg or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Stockholm Arlanda Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.1% of flights complete their journey on time.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
You can reach BMA from central Stockholm in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes to cover the 8 kilometers or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Stockholm to Johannesburg? Check in to a hotel near Bromma Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Bromma Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 57%.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
NYO is around 88 kilometers from central Stockholm. Driving from the city center to the airport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Make departure day easier by staying close to Stockholm Skavsta Airport. Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport is a good choice, especially if you're departing on an early Stockholm to Johannesburg flight.
With 80.46% of its departing flights arriving when they should, NYO is a reliable starting point for your trip.
Arriving in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The distance from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg is approximately 21 kilometers. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the center driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there when traveling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near JNB if you have a late flight from Stockholm to Johannesburg. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion to explore Johannesburg and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks ahead of your Stockholm to Johannesburg flight.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Lanseria International Airport (HLA) is roughly 32 kilometers from central Johannesburg. Once you've hopped off your flight from Stockholm to Johannesburg, it'll take you approximately 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab queues. Pick up a Lanseria International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from First - Car Rental, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from HLA four weeks in advance often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
July is the busiest month for flights from Stockholm to Johannesburg. To escape the crowds, visit Johannesburg in February.
Book a Stockholm to Johannesburg ticket departing in January if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Johannesburg to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Stockholm to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Johannesburg
After booking your flight from Stockholm to Johannesburg, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are highlights which should be on every Johannesburg itinerary.
Explore more of South Africa
Soweto is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've seen Johannesburg. Around 18 kilometers to the west, its top attractions include Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
Pretoria is another well-known destination in South Africa and is around 56 kilometers north of Johannesburg. No trip is complete without seeing 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.
