Hotels in Johannesburg

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When’s the best time to visit Johannesburg?

Not sure when to visit Johannesburg? We analysed thousands of flight and hotel prices, plus a whole heap of weather data, to show you what each month typically looks like. Use these monthly averages to plan ahead and choose the best time to stay in Johannesburg.

August

Temperature5°C - 22°C
RainfallVery dry
(0–20mm)
Cheapest return flight734 €
Cheapest 3-star hotel13 €
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September

Temperature9°C - 26°C
RainfallDry
(21–60mm)
Cheapest return flight505 €
Cheapest 3-star hotel13 €
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October

Temperature12°C - 28°C
RainfallModerate
(61–120mm)
Cheapest return flight504 €
Cheapest 3-star hotel13 €
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November

Temperature13°C - 28°C
RainfallModerate
(61–120mm)
Cheapest return flight506 €
Cheapest 3-star hotel13 €
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December

Temperature15°C - 28°C
RainfallWet
(121–250mm)
Cheapest return flight522 €
Cheapest 3-star hotel13 €
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January

Temperature15°C - 28°C
RainfallModerate
(61–120mm)
Cheapest return flight514 €
Cheapest 3-star hotel15 €
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February

Temperature15°C - 28°C
RainfallModerate
(61–120mm)
Cheapest return flight509 €
Cheapest 3-star hotel16 €
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March

Temperature14°C - 27°C
RainfallModerate
(61–120mm)
Cheapest return flight538 €
Cheapest 3-star hotel16 €
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April

Temperature10°C - 24°C
RainfallDry
(21–60mm)
Cheapest return flight515 €
Cheapest 3-star hotel16 €
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May

Temperature6°C - 22°C
RainfallVery dry
(0–20mm)
Cheapest return flight509 €
Cheapest 3-star hotel16 €
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June

Temperature3°C - 19°C
RainfallVery dry
(0–20mm)
Cheapest return flight509 €
Cheapest 3-star hotel16 €
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July

Temperature3°C - 19°C
RainfallVery dry
(0–20mm)
Cheapest return flight666 €
Cheapest 3-star hotel16 €
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Fast facts

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Highest rated hotelHome Suite Hotels Rosebank – 5.0
Cheapest month to bookMarch
Average 4 star hotel price88 € per night
Average 5 star hotel price247 € per night

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Finding cheap hotels in Johannesburg: FAQs

In Johannesburg, the expected average temperature in August is 14°C. The warmest month is typically January, which averages 28°C. The coolest month is June, with temperatures averaging 3°C. The rainiest month is December, and the driest month is July.
You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Johannesburg with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.
Of course - the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is 9 € per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for 10 € per night.
The average price of a hotel during the week is 60 € per night, and the average price on weekends is 59 €. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Johannesburg could be Saturday.
The nearest airport to Johannesburg is Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB), which is 21.7km from the city centre.

Other airports include:

Lanseria Airport, which is 32.6km from the city centre.
We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Saturday is the cheapest day to stay in Johannesburg. And the most expensive day seems to be Friday
The average price of a 3-star hotel in Johannesburg is currently around 49 € per night. And the cheapest 3-star hotel we found is 13 € per night.
The average price of a 4-star hotel in Johannesburg is currently around 90 € per night. And the cheapest 4-star hotel we found is 12 € per night.
The average price of a 5-star hotel in Johannesburg is currently around 235 € per night. And the cheapest 5-star hotel we found is 80 € per night.
The cheapest month to stay in a hotel in Johannesburg is May, with an average price of 51 € per night. The most expensive month is July, when the average room rate can rise to 109 € per night. These average prices are based on all the hotels we found – from hostels through to fancy 5-star hotels.
The average price of a hotel in September is 60 € per night, which is around 1% lower than the rest of the year.
If you're hitting up Johannesburg with kids in tow, try StayEasy Eastgate, or Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel.