Flights from Quebec City (YQB) and Montreal (YUL) to Johannesburg, South Africa
Here is what to know before booking a flight to Johannesburg from Quebec City and Montreal.
From Quebec City, fares to Johannesburg usually run between $2100 and $2700. The best fare spotted recently is $1781 (about 26% below the typical price).
What this route usually costs
We have recorded a fare from Quebec City to Johannesburg on 60 separate days, the first on July 5, 2026 and the most recent on September 3, 2026. Across those days the best fare of the day ranged from $1766 to $2300, with a median of $1889. One of those days came in cheaper than today. Today's $1781 is the lowest we have recorded.
- Days observed 60
- Lowest recorded $1766
- Median day $1889
- Highest recorded $2300
These numbers are our own: one price point per route per scan day. How we collect them.
Quebec City or Montreal for Johannesburg?
We have priced Johannesburg from both airports on 57 of the same days. Quebec City came in cheaper on 0 of them and Montreal on 57. Averaged across those days, Montreal was $275 cheaper on this route.
Latest fare we spotted from each airport
- Quebec City $1781 (-26%)
- Montreal $1683
Johannesburg is South Africa's largest city and economic heart, a high-altitude metropolis with a powerful history and a fast-changing, creative energy. It is the gateway to safaris and to sites central to the anti-apartheid story. Between its moving museums and buzzing arts districts, Joburg rewards travellers who dig beneath the surface!
When to go
The dry winter months (May to September) offer sunny days and are ideal for pairing the city with a safari. Summer (October to April) brings warmth and dramatic afternoon thunderstorms.
Getting there from Quebec City and Montreal
From eastern Canada, reaching Johannesburg (JNB) means at least two connections, usually a transatlantic flight from Toronto or Montreal and then a European or Gulf hub such as London, Frankfurt, or Doha. It is a long trip, often with an overnight leg, so plan for a full day or more of travel.
What to see and do
- Visiting the Apartheid Museum
- Touring Soweto and the Mandela House
- Exploring the Constitution Hill precinct
- Taking a day trip to the Cradle of Humankind fossil sites
- The galleries and weekend markets of Maboneng
Good to know before you go
The currency is the South African rand and English is widely spoken among 11 official languages. Public transit is limited and the city is very spread out, so ride apps like Uber and Bolt are the easy, affordable way to get around; the Gautrain links the airport and a few key hubs, and it is wise to take standard urban safety precautions.
Entry requirements and health
No visa needed
Good news: with a Canadian passport you can just show up for a short tourist stay, no visa needed. Keep an eye on how long you're allowed to stay so your trip fits.
Vaccines and health
Many travellers get vaccinated against hepatitis A and typhoid, which spread through food and water. Yellow fever proof only comes into play if you're arriving from a country that has it. Malaria is present in some areas, so ask a clinic whether antimalarials make sense for your route.
General orientation for a Canadian passport on a short tourist trip, not legal or medical advice. Confirm with official sources, and see a travel health clinic four to six weeks before departure.
Travel information is provided as a guide and can change. Always confirm fares, schedules and entry requirements before booking.
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