You can currently enjoy Etihad‘s flights from Brussels to Johannesburg in their excellent business class for only €1,582. The availability is limited to the South African summer (December to March). In fact, March is said to be a particularly good month to visit the country because of the good weather.
Our calendar displays all available dates for trips of 3–21 days. Once you’ve selected the dates that suit you best, it can redirect you to our Travel-Dealz flight search, where we’ll find you the cheapest online travel agency (OTA). You can also be redirected to Etihad’s website, but there you’ll have to pay around €115 more.
All flights are operated using Boeing 787 planes. In both directions, you’ll have a rather long, 7-hour layover in Abu Dhabi.
Search & Book
This deal expires on September 30, 2023. Your trip can be between 2 days and 4 months long. Our calendar displays all available dates for trips of 3 to 21 days. For even longer trips, check out Google Flights. Our Travel-Dealz flight search will find you the cheapest OTA. The alternative is to book directly on Etihad’s website for €1,696.
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.
Etihad’s Business Class
Etihad offers one of the best business class products worldwide. The seats are excellent (aligned in a 1-2-1 formation), the service is outstanding, and you get many amenities that are definitely not part of the global standard, such as being able to dine on demand. You can read a full review here.
Mileage
The tickets are issued in booking class Z, meaning that you’ll get:
- 18,522 Award Miles on American AAdvantage
- 18,522 Award Miles on Asiana Club
- 18,522 Award Miles + 2,000 Tier Miles on CSA OK Plus
- 18,522 Award Miles + 21,372 Tier Miles on Etihad Guest
- 18,522 Award Miles on Garuda Indonesia GarudaMiles
- 18,522 Award Miles on Hainan Fortune Wings Club
- 18,522 Award Miles on Oman Air Sindbad
- 18,522 Award Miles on Royal Air Maroc Safar Flyer
- 18,522 Award Miles on Saudia Alfursan
- 18,522 Award Miles on Flying Blue
- 17,812 Award Miles on ANA Mileage Club
- 17,812 Award Miles on Air Canada Aeroplan
- 16,386 Award Miles on SriLankan FlySmiLes
- 14,248 Points on Malaysia Airlines Enrich
- 8,026 Extra Points + 1,250 Basic Points on SAS EuroBonus
Destination
Hotel prices in Johannesburg usually start at roughly €40-45, depending on the hotel category and the specific dates. Whichever category and hotel you opt for, make sure to get the best price! Our recommendation is to search on booking.com, or even on our own Travel-Dealz hotel search:
Information & Tips for Johannesburg
Johannesburg has 9,6 million inhabitants and is the largest city and most important business and financial center in Africa south of the Sahara. The city is well connected to Europe by air, flights for under 500€ (round trip) are becoming increasingly more common.
Best Time to Travel
The best times to visit Johannesburg are during fall (March – May) and during spring (September – Novemver). Temperatures are warm but pleasant and rainfall is comparatively rare.
From the Airport to the City
One possibility is taking the Gautrain, a type of local commuter rail. A trip to the city center takes about 25 minutes and costs approximately 12€. Taking a cab or an Uber runs you about 18€ to 24€.
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Information & Tips for South Africa
South Africa is the touristically most visited country in the south of Africa. Whether its Safaris, tours of wine regions or the Table Mountain – visitors won’t be disappointed!
Traditionally, flights from Europa to South Africa have been quite expensive. In recent years however, airlines such as Iberia, Egyptair and British Airways have been offering cheaper and cheaper flights – even in premium cabins! If you are flexible in regards to your point of departure, the array of airlines with cheap tickets becomes even greater.
Best Time to Visit
South Africa is a huge country and therefore doesn’t have a single best time to visit. It really depends on what you want to see. The cities Johannesburg and Cape Town have the best weather in Fall (March – Mai) and Spring (September – November).
Immigration & Visa Requirements
If you have a valid EU passport and a valid return ticket, you will be given a visitor’s visa with a validity of 90 days. Turn to the ministry of foreign affairs of your country for more information.
Currency
The currency used in South Africa is the Rand (ZAR). One Euro are approximately 16 ZAR. Make sure to use a credit card that does not charge high fees for withdrawals or payments in foreign currencies.
Finding the Best eSIM Plan
We’ve compared various eSIM providers, such as Airalo and BNESIM. To see which plan is best for your travel needs, and which network offers the best coverage, feel free to read our detailed guide:
The Best eSIM Plans for South Africa 🇿🇦 Compared
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