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Germiston travel guide

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You're Going to Love Germiston

Germiston is a must-see destination in Gauteng, South Africa. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Germiston to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Germiston

Germiston in March
Estimated hotel price
£14
1 night at 3-star hotel
Germiston in March
Estimated hotel price
£14
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Germiston

Plane

When flying to Germiston, you’ll arrive at OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg (JNB), which is located 11 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Germiston is to pick up a car hire from Johannesburg, which is about 14 km from Germiston. You’ll find branches of CarWiz and Woodford, among others, in Johannesburg.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Germiston, including City to City, Eagle Liner and APM. From Pietermaritzburg, the bus ride to Germiston takes 354 km and will cost you around £18. From Bloemfontein, the ticket costs about £12 for a journey of 491 km. Germiston’s bus station is located 4 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Germiston, you’ll arrive at OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg (JNB), which is located 11 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Germiston is to pick up a car hire from Johannesburg, which is about 14 km from Germiston. You’ll find branches of CarWiz and Woodford, among others, in Johannesburg.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Germiston, including City to City, Eagle Liner and APM. From Pietermaritzburg, the bus ride to Germiston takes 354 km and will cost you around £18. From Bloemfontein, the ticket costs about £12 for a journey of 491 km. Germiston’s bus station is located 4 km from the city centre.

Airports near Germiston

PRYPretoria Wonderboom Apt.
HLAJohannesburg Lanseria
JNBJohannesburg OR Tambo

Airlines serving Germiston

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,248 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,970 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (855 reviews)
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Where to stay in Germiston

Average rates range from around £32 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £81 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Germiston

Most booked hotels in Germiston

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Intercontinental Hotels Johannesburg O.R.Tambo Airport
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£258+
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Radisson Hotel & Convention Centre Johannesburg
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£51+
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City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£87+
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Premier Hotel O.R. Tambo
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£67+
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Metcourt at Emperors Palace
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
£94+
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Hiring a car in Germiston

Expect to pay £0.90 per litre in Germiston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £10.69 and £14.25. The most frequently booked car type in Germiston is Economy (Volkswagen Polo Vivo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Suzuki Celerio or similar) is, on average, 30% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £0.90 per litre in Germiston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £10.69 and £14.25. The most frequently booked car type in Germiston is Economy (Volkswagen Polo Vivo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Suzuki Celerio or similar) is, on average, 30% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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