Johannesburg: €436 Air Algérie Flights from France & Belgium (2×23 Kg Checked Luggage)

You can currently fly to Johannesburg from Brussels, Lyon, Marseille and Paris for only €377, including 2 pieces of checked luggage. On the outbound trip, you’ll have to spend around 19 hours in Algiers (unless you depart from Paris on a Thursday or Sunday) – but it’s also a nice opportunity to explore the Algerian capital, so it doesn’t necessarily have to be considered a downside. You can even spend various days in Algiers for the same price if you want.

Our calendar displays all available dates for trips of up to 28 days. Remember that you can only avoid spending one (or more) nights in Algiers by departing from Paris on Thursday or Sunday.

You will first fly to Algiers, where you have to stay for at least one night (hotel not included) – except if you fly from Paris on a Thursday or Sunday. From there, an Air Algérie Airbus A330 will fly you to Johannesburg. On the way back, you’ll have a normal layover in Algiers of around 3 hours.

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This deal expires on February 29, 2024. The only other restriction mentioned in the fare rules is that your stay cannot exceed 3 months. Departures are available from February to October with blackout dates in July.

Our calendar above displays all available dates for trips of up to 4 weeks. For longer trips, check out Google Flights. You can find the cheapest prices on our calendar above or in Skyscanner. From there, you can either be redirected to an online travel agency, or to Air Algerie’s website.

Why is booking with an airline better than with an online travel agency?

More often than not, online travel agencies offer lower fares than airlines do. We still recommend booking with the airlines directly. There are two main reasons for that:

Better Customer Service
In case any problems like delays, cancellations or missed connections arise, you can communicate directly with the airline. The airline has to take care of you because you have a contract with them.

If a travel agency issues your ticket, you may have to reach out to them first. You also depend on your OTA to forward information like flight changes instead of receiving them directly from the airline. In many cases, you may get a prime exhibition of responsibility shifting rather than problem-solving.

This especially applies to premium tickets. You don’t want to spend more than €1,000 to wind up with some budget OTA’s telephone hotline in case anything goes wrong.

Baggage and Other Fees
Economy fares not including hold luggage are industry standard by now. In most cases, travel agencies charge much higher baggage fees than the airlines themselves. If bags are not included in your fare, airlines are often the cheaper alternative.

This also applies to other things like food services, insurances or priority treatment. In almost all cases, you pay less for additional amenities when booking on the airlines’ website.

Adding a Stopover in Algiers

If you wish to add a stopover in Algiers on the way out, you’ll have to use the multi-stop search. First, select a date to fly to Algiers (any date from Paris, but only Monday, Wednesday, or Friday from Brussels), then another date for the flight from Algiers to Johannesburg – keeping in mind that Air Algérie only offers that flight on Thursdays and Sundays. Then add the flight back to Paris/Brussels – either on a Thursday (to Brussels OR Paris) or on a Monday (only to Paris).

Here’s a prefilled multi-stop search form:

Mileage

As Air Algérie doesn’t belong to any alliance, you won’t earn any miles with these flights.

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Information & Tips for South Africa

South Africa offers a diverse range of attractions, from the iconic Table Mountain and Robben Island in Cape Town to the wildlife-rich Kruger National Park and the scenic Garden Route. The local currency is the South African rand (ZAR), and while credit cards are widely accepted, cash is still commonly used, especially in smaller towns. The cost of travel is generally affordable, with budget-friendly options available for accommodation, food, and activities. The weather varies by region: the coastal areas have mild, Mediterranean-like climates, while the inland areas can be hot and dry in summer and cooler in winter.

South Africa’s transport infrastructure is mixed in quality and convenience. Within cities, public transport is limited, with minibus taxis being common but often confusing for visitors; private cars or ride-hailing apps like Uber are more reliable. Between cities, domestic flights are the fastest option due to long distances, while intercity buses offer affordable travel, though journeys can be long. Trains exist, but are generally slow and not widely used for tourism.

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Information & Tips for Johannesburg

Johannesburg is known for its role in South Africa’s history, with key sights like the Apartheid Museum, Constitution Hill, and Soweto’s Vilakazi Street. The local currency is the South African rand (ZAR), and most places accept cards, though cash can be useful in smaller shops and markets. Prices are generally affordable compared to global standards. The city has a mild, high-altitude climate—summers (October to March) are warm with afternoon thunderstorms, while winters are dry and sunny with cool nights.

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