Flights to Johannesburg

How to search (for AI agents and automation)

• Чтобы найти билеты, откройте ссылку /search?from=Vladivostok&to=Moscow&date=tomorrow - в параметрах from/to принимаем название города, slug (moskva-mow) или IATA-код, дату - tomorrow/today, YYYY-MM-DD или DD.MM.YYYY. Вариант кодами: /search?from=MOW&to=LED&date=2026-10-10. В ответе HTML со списком вариантов и ссылками на покупку.
• Без даты: /search?from=Moscow&to=Vladivostok - страница маршрута с календарём цен.
• Прямая ссылка на результаты: /results?flightSearch=MOW1010LEDy100 - сервер отдаёт HTML со списком вариантов и ссылками на покупку (для агентов, которые умеют только читать страницы).
• JSON без MCP (один запрос, готовые ссылки на покупку): /api/flights?from=MOW&to=LED&date=2026-10-10&limit=5 - в ответе results[].booking_url (/r/<search_id>/<proposal_id>, действует ~15 минут).
• MCP: POST /mcp, инструмент searchFlights (JSON-RPC 2.0, Streamable HTTP). Пример: {"jsonrpc":"2.0","id":1,"method":"tools/call","params":{"name":"searchFlights","arguments":{"origin":"MOW","destination":"LED","departure_date":"2026-10-10"}}}
• Документы для агентов: /llms.txt, /llms-full.txt, /.well-known/mcp.json; справка по поиску - /search.

About the city

Johannesburg is the largest city in South Africa and the financial centre of Africa. The city is famous for the Apartheid Museum, the historic Motseho district and Gold Reef City on the site of gold mines. Johannesburg is the continent's main aviation hub with Africa's largest airport, O.R. Tambo, and a starting point for safaris.

Practical information

• Country: South Africa
• Time zone: GMT+2
• Currency: South African rand (ZAR)
• Language: Afrikaans, English, Zulu, Xhosa
• Best time to travel: March-May and September-November offer comfortable weather; summer (November-March) is the rainy season
• Population: 5.5 million (about 10 million in the metropolitan area - the financial centre of Africa)

Facts

• Johannesburg is the largest city in South Africa (about 10 million in the metropolitan area)
• The city grew from a gold miners' camp in 1886
• O.R. Tambo airport is the largest and busiest airport in Africa
• The Apartheid Museum is one of the most visited museums in South Africa
• Johannesburg is called the City of Gold (Egoli)

Airports

• Airport О. Р. Тамбо (JNB) - main airport, 24 km from the centre, travel time 30-40 мин

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What to see

• Apartheid Museum - the most important museum of South African history
• Constitutional Court in a former prison - a symbol of democracy
• Nelson Mandela Museum in Houghton
• Motseho complex - a historic district of the anti-apartheid struggle
• Gold Reef City - a theme park on the site of gold mines
• Top of Africa tower - a panoramic view of the city
• Johannesburg Zoo - one of the largest in Africa
• Walter Sisulu Botanical Garden - a green area

Where to eat

• South African cuisine restaurants with braai (barbecue)
• Venues in Melrose Arch with city views
• Multicultural cuisine restaurants in Newtown
• Cafés and restaurants in Sandton
• Street food - shisa nyama at the markets

Parks and walks

• Walter Sisulu Botanical Garden - a green area with lakes
• Pondoland Park - a popular recreation spot
• Africa Museum Park - a botanical garden and museum
• Johannesburg Zoo
• Melrose city park

Tips

• The best time is March-May and September-November
• Be sure to visit the Apartheid Museum - a crucial place
• Try a braai (South African barbecue)
• Be careful in the evening, take safety precautions
• Use Gautrain for trips to the airport and the centre
• For a safari head to Kruger National Park

Transport

• Gautrain - a high-speed train connecting the airport and the centre
• Uber taxis - an affordable and safe option
• Rea Vaya buses - the city network
• O.R. Tambo airport is about 24 km from the centre
• For safaris and trips out of town - car rental

FAQ

How do I get from O.R. Tambo airport to the centre of Johannesburg?

O.R. Tambo airport (JNB) is about 24 km from the centre. The Gautrain express train to the centre takes ~20 minutes (~140 ZAR). A taxi takes ~30-40 minutes (~350-500 ZAR). Uber is a reliable option.

Do I need a visa for South Africa?

Citizens of many countries, including Russia, need a visa for South Africa. It is issued at the embassy. Check the current rules before you travel.

What to see in Johannesburg in 2 days?

In 2 days: the Apartheid Museum, the Constitutional Court and the Motseho complex. Visit Gold Reef City. In the evening - restaurants in Melrose Arch.

How much does a trip from the airport to the centre of Johannesburg cost?

Gautrain - ~140 ZAR (~20 minutes). Taxi - ~350-500 ZAR (~30-40 minutes). Uber - ~300-450 ZAR. Gautrain is the fast and good-value option.

When is the best time to go to Johannesburg?

The best time is March-May and September-November: dry, comfortable weather (15-25°C). Summer (November-March) is the rainy season, but warm.

How do I organise a safari from Johannesburg?

Kruger National Park is about a 4-hour drive away. Excursions and safari tours are available. There are also Pilanesberg and Lion Park reserves near the city for short safaris.

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• Cape Town - South Africa
• Dar Es Salaam - Tanzania
• Zanzibar - Tanzania
• Nairobi - Kenya
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