We fly to Johannesburg daily

11 hour flight time

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London Heathrow (LHR)

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Visas and entry requirements

Fully vaccinated*

 

Currently no requirements

 

Not fully vaccinated*

 

Currently no requirements

 

What you need to know

Handy hints to help you hit the ground running in Johannesburg.

Local time

GMT +1 hour

Currency

South African Rand (ZAR)

Language

English and Afrikaans

Electricity

230 volts 50Hz

Plug type N, M and C

 

  

Local transport

Pre-booked taxis are the safest and easiest way to get to the airport and around the city.

Airport Guides

Before you set off, take a look at our Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport guide.

Johannesburg airport guide 

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Discover Johannesburg

Most use Jo’burg as a starting point for a fantastic safari or beach holidays. But we love exploring this energetic city with its emerging hipster hubs, such as Braamfontein and Maboneng, a vibrant arts scene and some fabulous food and wine to boot.

Choose Economy Delight for extra legroom with its 34” seat pitch, so you can really stretch out on the 11-hour flight.

Oudstshoorn South Africa

Get in a flap

If you're feeling adventurous, you have to give ostrich riding a go. A short flight to George takes you to Oudstshoorn, the ostrich capital, where visitors experience a take-off with a difference. 

Cradle of Humankind

The Cradle of Humankind

Take an underground boat ride and travel the history of humankind. This fascinating attraction is built on the site where a two-million-year-old skull was found. 

Apartheid Museum

The city centre is home to a diverse selection of museums detailing South African history. Tour the Constitution Hill Museum to see the notorious prison that held Nelson Mandela and Mahatma Gandhi. Or for something totally different, visit the World of Beer.

Roulette wheel

Gold Reef City theme park offers action-packed fun if you’re travelling to Johannesburg as a family. Or try your luck at the casino and maybe that diamond in the mall could be yours. 

Botanical garden

Escape the crowds at the Walter Sisulu National Park Botanical garden, just 30 minutes from Johannesburg. With 740 acres of wide open space, there’s plenty of room for a picnic rug.

Why you’ll love flying with Virgin Atlantic

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Cabins and seats

Our seats have been carefully designed to help you fly in total comfort during the flight, no matter which cabin you're in. Find out how our Upper Class, Premium and Economy seats measure up.

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Inflight services

Whichever cabin you're travelling in, you'll enjoy exciting inflight entertainment and delicious food and drinks throughout the flight.

 

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