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Visit South Africa, get to know the country and its culture, and see all the sights in Johannesburg. Sit back and relax during the flight. If you want to read on board, you can digitally download exciting magazines and newspapers in the form of eJournals before every Lufthansa flight. Our state-of-the-art entertainment and first-class service are available around the clock on long-haul flights. Our crew will ensure a pleasant atmosphere onboard so that your flight is as comfortable as possible. After you land in Johannesburg, you can relax and get to know the country and its culture.
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Flying to Johannesburg: tips and information for your trip
Embark on a journey to Johannesburg in South Africa. Discover the capital of the province of Gauteng, the largest city in the country with around 5.6 million people.
If you're flying to Johannesburg, make sure to visit the Maboneng neighborhood. Here you can immerse yourself in a lively scene of artists, designers and other creatives and spend time in hip cafés, restaurants and galleries. For a breathtaking view, pay a visit to the 223-metre-high Carlton Centre with the observation deck "The Top of Africa". And to immerse yourself in the history of Johannesburg and South Africa, visit the Apartheid Museum and Constitution Hill, where the Constitutional Court of South Africa is now located.
Craving some peace and quiet after the urban buzz? Relax in the botanical gardens and on the shores of the lake of the Emmarentia dam. You can also visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Cradle of Humankind", located about 50 kilometers northwest of Johannesburg, where the oldest pre-human skeleton was found. Use Johannesburg as a starting point for a visit to the Kruger National Park, a mere 500 kilometers away. There, don't miss the chance to encounter the Big Five!
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What happens after your flight to Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is located about twelve kilometers northeast of the center. From there, you have several options to get to Johannesburg. The easiest way to travel is by taxi, but you should make sure that the taxi is equipped with a taximeter before you travel. Expect a journey time of between 30 and 45 minutes to reach the center. You can also take the train and be in the center after about three quarters of an hour, or you can book a private transfer.
In Johannesburg, the best way to get around after your flight is by taxi or the City Sightseeing buses, or on foot in the city center. However, be aware that there are some neighborhoods that tourists should not visit.
What you need to know before your flight to Johannesburg
- Climate: The climate in Johannesburg is subtropical – mostly sunny, dry and pleasantly mild. In the summer months, you can expect occasional rain.
- Currency: In South Africa, payments are made in the South African rand (ZAR). Although you can make cashless payments in many places, it is also advisable to carry some change in the local currency with you - especially away from tourist places. ATMs can be found almost everywhere.
- Communication: There are twelve official languages in South Africa, but English has emerged as the leading lingua franca. You might also encounter Afrikaans, a language with Dutch roots, spoken by a significant portion of the population.
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