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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport from R5 681

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LHR
Feb 2 — Feb 91
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Heathrow are usually found in February or January, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Heathrow

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Heathrow (LHR). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 28 January 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 103

One-way from

R5 681

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 095

Good round-trip deal

R13 799 or less

Good one-way deal

R8 990 or less
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 16/2-25/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to London
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 5/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to London
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R20 493 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 406 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Heathrow.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Heathrow.

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Heathrow
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Heathrow. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 January 2025.

Sun 16/223:55JNB - LHR
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/213:50LHR - JNB
2 stops17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1R8 103
Tue 18/210:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Fri 21/38:30LHR - JNB
1 stop23h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 27/1R8 196
Sat 1/220:25JNB - LHR
1 stop13h 40mSWISS
Sat 8/26:00LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 35mSWISS
Deal found 27/1R8 233
Wed 14/523:15JNB - LHR
1 stop19h 20mKLM
Thu 22/520:55LHR - JNB
1 stop23h 25mKLM
Deal found 27/1R11 344
Tue 28/119:30JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 29/122:30LHR - JNB
Nonstop11h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 27/1R11 866
Wed 12/219:35JNB - LHR
2 stops16h 50mAustrian Airlines
Wed 12/312:05LHR - JNB
2 stops19h 25mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 27/1R12 220
Tue 28/119:25JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 20mBritish Airways
Fri 31/121:15LHR - JNB
Nonstop11h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 27/1R12 555
Tue 13/517:50JNB - LHR
1 stop16h 55mTurkish Airlines
Wed 25/66:30LHR - JNB
1 stop27h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/1R12 872
Sun 9/31:15JNB - LHR
1 stop16h 15mKenya Airways
Mon 31/317:10LHR - JNB
2 stops16h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 27/1R12 984
Sun 30/37:45JNB - LHR
1 stop34h 15mEthiopian Air
Tue 22/421:00LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/1R13 077
Mon 17/219:35JNB - LHR
2 stops23h 30mBrussels Airlines
Tue 18/311:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 25mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 27/1R13 114
Mon 17/216:50JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 30mRwandAir
Tue 18/220:30LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 27/1R13 188

Find flights from OR Tambo to Heathrow within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Heathrow that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 28 January 2025.

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JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/2

23:55-16:20

1 stop18h 25m

London Heathrow

Tue 25/2

13:50-9:30

2 stops17h 40m

R8 103

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/2

10:10-22:55

1 stop14h 45m

London Heathrow

Fri 21/3

8:30-9:30

1 stop23h 00m

R8 196

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/2

20:25-8:05

1 stop13h 40m

London Heathrow

Mon 17/3

18:40-10:25

1 stop13h 45m

R8 327

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/5

23:15-17:35

1 stop19h 20m

London Heathrow

Thu 22/5

20:55-21:20

1 stop23h 25m

R11 344

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/3

14:35-6:35

1 stop18h 00m

London Heathrow

Mon 24/3

20:15-13:10

1 stop14h 55m

R11 996

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/3

19:30-4:50

Nonstop11h 20m

London Heathrow

Thu 27/3

22:30-11:30

Nonstop11h 00m

R12 071

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/2

19:35-10:25

2 stops16h 50m

London Heathrow

Wed 12/3

12:05-9:30

2 stops19h 25m

R12 220

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/3

19:25-4:45

Nonstop11h 20m

London Heathrow

Sun 23/3

18:25-7:30

Nonstop11h 05m

R12 574

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/5

17:50-9:45

1 stop16h 55m

London Heathrow

Wed 25/6

6:30-10:35

1 stop27h 05m

R12 872

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/3

1:15-15:30

1 stop16h 15m

London Heathrow

Mon 31/3

17:10-10:55

2 stops16h 45m

R12 984

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Heathrow

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Heathrow from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo to Heathrow

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from OR Tambo to Heathrow including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on 24 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport is 48 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport (average of R575). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R860). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to LHR?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Heathrow. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 January 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 31% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo to Heathrow. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 28 January 2025.

The most flights from JNB to LHR are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Heathrow by month

Plan your trip to Heathrow by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London Heathrow Airport ranges from 40.0 - 70.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit London Heathrow Airport when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Heathrow by month

Plan your trip to Heathrow by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to London Heathrow Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Heathrow

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Heathrow. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Heathrow. Reviews last updated 28 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown SWISS, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic from Johannesburg to London. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
3 337 reviews

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8,1
Very Good
3 337 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 337 reviews

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7,8
Good
1 334 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 337 reviews

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7,5
Good
3 726 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 337 reviews

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7,5
Good
786 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 337 reviews

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7,5
Good
1 589 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 337 reviews

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to Heathrow. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Lufthansa (R8 196), SWISS (R8 327), and KLM (R11 344) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Lufthansa is currently priced 41% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R5 681. Users have also found prices from R5 775 and R7 302 on Virgin Atlantic and Turkish Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport on time: Finnair (90%), American Airlines (82%), Iberia (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay R51 368 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport. The cheapest flight overall is R6 332 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow) is currently priced at R7 023.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

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  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Heathrow that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Heathrow flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Heathrow?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Heathrow.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Heathrow?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Heathrow by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport (average of R575). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R860). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Heathrow

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 655AverageR12 470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 319AverageR12 955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR9 445AverageR12 448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 498AverageR13 383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 499AverageR14 004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR9 632AverageR16 933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR9 660AverageR12 920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 504AverageR13 702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR10 963AverageR11 277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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RwandAirCheapestR10 993AverageR12 877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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