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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport from R5 547

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 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LHR
Apr 20 — Apr 271
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Heathrow are usually found in February or March, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 264

One-way from

R5 547

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 974

Good round-trip deal

R15 085 or less

Good one-way deal

R9 787 or less
Brussels Airlines
  • Brussels Airlines
  • 21/5-27/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to London
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 11/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R27 241 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 127 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 15 April 2025.

Wed 21/519:35JNB - LHR
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/511:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4R11 264
Sun 1/619:00JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 40mLufthansa
Thu 19/617:30LHR - JNB
1 stop14h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 15/4R11 302
Wed 21/519:35JNB - LHR
1 stop13h 20mSWISS
Wed 28/57:00LHR - JNB
2 stops25h 20mSWISS
Deal found 14/4R11 415
Sat 7/623:15JNB - LHR
1 stop34h 45mKLM
Sat 21/611:45LHR - JNB
1 stop32h 35mKLM
Deal found 15/4R11 623
Sun 1/619:00JNB - LHR
2 stops23h 05mBrussels Airlines
Thu 19/611:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 30mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 15/4R11 945
Tue 20/514:30JNB - LHR
1 stop17h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 27/521:00LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/4R12 040
Tue 14/1020:40JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 29/1022:30LHR - JNB
Nonstop11h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 15/4R12 646
Thu 15/517:00JNB - LHR
1 stop24h 15mKenya Airways
Sun 18/518:25LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/4R12 797
Tue 6/516:50JNB - LHR
1 stop17h 10mRwandAir
Thu 15/521:20LHR - JNB
1 stop16h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 15/4R12 930
Tue 17/618:50JNB - LHR
1 stop16h 40mAir France
Mon 18/89:00LHR - JNB
2 stops35h 20mAir France
Deal found 15/4R13 024
Sun 15/69:50JNB - LHR
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Mon 30/620:55LHR - JNB
1 stop34h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/4R13 062
Mon 5/521:45JNB - LHR
1 stop16h 50mEgyptair
Tue 20/515:00LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 10mEgyptair
Deal found 15/4R13 384

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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 15 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Heathrow

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

19:35-7:55

1 stop13h 20m

London Heathrow

Tue 27/5

11:05-8:35

2 stops20h 30m

R11 264

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/6

19:00-8:40

1 stop14h 40m

London Heathrow

Thu 19/6

17:30-8:35

1 stop14h 05m

R11 302

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

19:35-7:55

1 stop13h 20m

London Heathrow

Wed 28/5

7:00-9:20

2 stops25h 20m

R11 415

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/6

23:15-9:00

1 stop34h 45m

London Heathrow

Sat 21/6

11:45-21:20

1 stop32h 35m

R11 623

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/6

19:00-17:05

2 stops23h 05m

London Heathrow

Thu 19/6

11:05-8:35

2 stops20h 30m

R11 945

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

14:30-7:00

1 stop17h 30m

London Heathrow

Tue 27/5

21:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

R12 040

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/5

17:00-16:15

1 stop24h 15m

London Heathrow

Sun 18/5

18:25-10:55

1 stop15h 30m

R12 797

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/5

16:50-9:00

1 stop17h 10m

London Heathrow

Thu 15/5

21:20-14:20

1 stop16h 00m

R12 930

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/6

18:50-10:30

1 stop16h 40m

London Heathrow

Mon 18/8

9:00-21:20

2 stops35h 20m

R13 024

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/6

9:50-7:00

1 stop22h 10m

London Heathrow

Mon 30/6

20:55-8:20

1 stop34h 25m

R13 062

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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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport

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 11 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport is 65 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 15 April 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 32% 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 15 April 2025.

The most flights from JNB to LHR are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 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 15 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, KLM and Austrian Airlines 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.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 198 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 198 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 198 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 326 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 198 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Austrian Airlines
7,6
Good
775 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 198 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 435 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 198 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 580 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 198 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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 (R11 302), SWISS (R11 415), and KLM (R11 623) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Lufthansa is currently priced 21% 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 547. Users have also found prices from R6 834 and R7 383 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 (88%), Iberia (88%), British Airways (88%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay R55 519 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport. The cheapest flight overall is R6 917 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow) is currently priced at R10 204.

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

    Of the flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport that have stopovers, most of them stop in Zurich. Kigali is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Doha sees the third most stopovers on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights?

    Of the flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Cairo. Istanbul follows Cairo in terms of the least common stopover location on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights. Rome follows Istanbul in terms of the least frequent stopover locations on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights.

  • 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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Heathrow. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 15 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 614AverageR13 141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 443AverageR13 390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 597AverageR13 237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 692AverageR12 353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR9 788AverageR17 208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 826AverageR14 660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 816AverageR13 720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR11 177AverageR11 460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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RwandAirCheapestR11 286AverageR13 445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 958AverageR14 959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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