If you’re looking for an enjoyable South Africa city break then book cheap flights to Johannesburg. The Rainbow Nation’s largest city makes an excellent holiday destination. One of the most modern and thriving of SA’s metropolises, the cosmopolitan capital of Gauteng province (known locally as Jo’burg, Jozi, or by its Zulu name Egoli) is full of opportunities for culture, shopping, nightlife and sightseeing. Jo’burg’s impressive skyline includes some of the African continent’s tallest buildings, confirming to visitors that they have arrived in a major world city with much to offer. It is also claimed to be one of the world’s greenest cities, with many parks and gardens as well as leafy suburbs contributing to Johannesburg’s estimated six million trees. Districts to explore include Central Johannesburg, affluent Sandton, former township area Soweto (once home to Nelson Mandela), the Randburb district with its shopping and entertainment centres, Indian quarter Lenasia and Roodepoort.
A trip to the Apartheid Museum, as well as great cultural attractions in the Newtown Cultural Precinct such as Museum Africa, Art Bank Joburg and the Market Theatre are a must for sightseers with a Johannesburg flight. A direct flight to Johannesburg is also the easiest way to travel to Sun City. The luxury casino resort is only a few hours drive from Joburg, making it very suitable for daytrips on Johannesburg holidays too. Sports fans with return flights to Johannesburg will undoubtedly want to watch an exciting rugby or football match at Ellis Park Stadium, also known as Coca Cola Park, or the FNB stadium, also known as Soccer City. Cheap Johannesburg flights to Johannesburg Airport (JNB), also known as OR Tambo International Airport, are frequently offered by several airlines. By booking cheap airline tickets, you can make travel savings and spend more on enjoying a great Johannesburg holiday.