Travelling from Johannesburg to Perth Airport (PER): What you need to know
Johannesburg's main base, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is where new adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Johannesburg to Perth Airport (PER).
The average time for a direct Johannesburg to Perth Airport flight is 9 hours 30 minutes.
Perth is six hours ahead of Johannesburg. Perth Airport is located in Perth, which follows the UTC+8 timezone.
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Perth Airport (PER) is the most popular route, with 5 direct services each week. Travel from JNB to PER on South African Airways's 8:35pm flight.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Johannesburg to PER.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Johannesburg to Perth Airport (PER) operate out of this terminal.
When departing from JNB, you can catch a direct flight from Johannesburg to Perth Airport with South African Airways.
South African Airways is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from JNB to PER.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is South African Airways.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Johannesburg to PER leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Your journey might pause in:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
JNB is around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Perth Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Of the departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to HLA from Johannesburg's centre in around 50 minutes. The airport is approximately 48 kilometres away.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Lanseria International Airport the day before your Johannesburg to PER flight:
About Perth Airport (PER)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Johannesburg to Perth Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near PER instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Perth Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from SafeDrive Car Rentals, City Centre Car Rentals or No birds and experience the lesser-explored corners of Perth and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around one week before your Johannesburg to Perth Airport flight.
Getting from Perth Airport (PER) to central Perth
Perth Airport is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Perth. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Perth Airport (PER)
P21,027 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Perth Airport. A return flight starts from P36,128. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Book six months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Johannesburg to PER.
Organise your trip for November. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Johannesburg to Perth Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Johannesburg to Perth Airport.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Perth Airport (PER)
February is the quietest month for flights from Johannesburg to Perth Airport (PER), while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Perth based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Perth is January, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your Johannesburg to PER plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Perth Airport in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Perth
Start your Perth trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Perth Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Cottesloe Beach, Kings Park Observation Tower and City Beach are top sights which should be on every Perth itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
Perth will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Australia just waiting to be discovered. About 161 kilometres south of Perth, a visit to Bunbury will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Koombana Bay, Dolphin Cove and Leschenault Peninsula Conservation Park.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Australia, consider Busselton, about 193 kilometres south of Perth. Underwater Observatory, Abbey Beach and Busselton Jetty are among the biggest draws.