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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport from R5 250

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 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LHR
Apr 2 — Apr 91
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Heathrow are usually found in February or March, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 790

One-way from

R5 250

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 743

Good round-trip deal

R13 482 or less

Good one-way deal

R8 561 or less
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 10/6-24/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to London
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 6/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R24 306 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 751 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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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 March 2025.

Tue 10/619:35JNB - LHR
1 stop13h 20mSWISS
Tue 24/617:10LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 10mSWISS
Deal found 27/3R9 790
Wed 21/523:15JNB - LHR
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/517:35LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3R10 847
Wed 21/523:15JNB - LHR
1 stop19h 20mKLM
Fri 30/520:55LHR - JNB
1 stop23h 25mKLM
Deal found 28/3R10 865
Sun 18/518:50JNB - LHR
1 stop22h 45mAir France
Tue 3/615:25LHR - JNB
1 stop16h 05mAir France
Deal found 27/3R11 066
Tue 8/419:00JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 40mLufthansa
Tue 15/416:30LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 27/3R11 540
Mon 12/522:50JNB - LHR
1 stop19h 10mEthiopian Air
Mon 19/521:00LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/3R11 667
Mon 5/516:50JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 10mRwandAir
Mon 26/521:20LHR - JNB
1 stop16h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 27/3R11 722
Tue 8/419:00JNB - LHR
2 stops23h 05mBrussels Airlines
Mon 14/46:50LHR - JNB
2 stops24h 45mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 27/3R11 977
Wed 14/512:10JNB - LHR
1 stop29h 05mKenya Airways
Wed 28/518:25LHR - JNB
1 stop20h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 28/3R12 342
Sun 30/1110:00JNB - LHR
1 stop22h 45mEtihad Airways
Wed 28/113:55LHR - JNB
1 stop16h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 27/3R12 743
Mon 31/320:40JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 30/922:15LHR - JNB
Nonstop11h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 27/3R13 162
Fri 10/1021:15JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 15mBritish Airways
Fri 31/1018:25LHR - JNB
Nonstop11h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 27/3R13 217

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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 28 March 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

Tue 10/6

19:35-7:55

1 stop13h 20m

London Heathrow

Tue 24/6

17:10-9:20

1 stop15h 10m

R9 790

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

23:15-16:15

1 stop18h 00m

London Heathrow

Thu 29/5

17:35-8:30

1 stop13h 55m

R10 847

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

23:15-17:35

1 stop19h 20m

London Heathrow

Fri 30/5

20:55-21:20

1 stop23h 25m

R10 865

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/5

18:50-16:35

1 stop22h 45m

London Heathrow

Tue 3/6

15:25-8:30

1 stop16h 05m

R11 066

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/4

19:00-8:40

1 stop14h 40m

London Heathrow

Tue 15/4

16:30-8:35

1 stop15h 05m

R11 540

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/5

22:50-17:00

1 stop19h 10m

London Heathrow

Mon 19/5

21:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

R11 667

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/5

16:50-7:00

1 stop15h 10m

London Heathrow

Mon 26/5

21:20-14:20

1 stop16h 00m

R11 722

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/4

19:00-17:05

2 stops23h 05m

London Heathrow

Mon 14/4

6:50-8:35

2 stops24h 45m

R11 977

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/4

19:00-18:40

2 stops24h 40m

London Heathrow

Sun 13/4

19:30-8:35

2 stops36h 05m

R12 305

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/5

12:10-16:15

1 stop29h 05m

London Heathrow

Wed 28/5

18:25-15:50

1 stop20h 25m

R12 342

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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 21 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport is 82 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 March 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.

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 March 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
3 190 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

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
3 190 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 190 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

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
1 321 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 190 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

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
7,5
Good
769 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 190 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

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
1 570 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 190 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

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
7,4
Good
1 424 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 190 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

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, SWISS (R9 790), KLM (R10 865), and Air France (R11 066) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport. SWISS is currently priced 28% 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 250. Users have also found prices from R5 578 and R7 055 on Virgin Atlantic and RwandAir, 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: China Eastern (91%), Virgin Atlantic (91%), Finnair (88%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay R61 900 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport. The cheapest flight overall is R5 244 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow) is currently priced at R10 847.

  • 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 28 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 342AverageR12 402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 125AverageR12 821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 217AverageR12 774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 309AverageR11 989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR9 426AverageR16 571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 428AverageR13 987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR9 454AverageR12 644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 278AverageR13 177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR10 764AverageR11 033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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RwandAirCheapestR10 839AverageR12 857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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