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Cheap flights from South Africa to London from R5 071

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 13/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LON
Jan 25 — Feb 11
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to London

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Africa (ZA0) to London (LON). 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 20 January 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 315

One-way from

R5 071
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 4/2-10/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 15m total
  • South Africa to London
Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 13/2
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 35m total
  • South Africa to London

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to London
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to London. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 January 2025.

Tue 4/29:30CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 25mLufthansa
Mon 10/213:50LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 20/1R8 315
Sun 16/223:55JNB - LHR
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/220:15LHR - JNB
1 stop32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R8 315
Mon 3/219:50CPT - LHR
2 stops19h 50mSWISS
Tue 25/219:30LHR - CPT
2 stops24h 25mSWISS
Deal found 19/1R8 427
Sun 2/223:55JNB - LHR
2 stops34h 20mSWISS
Thu 20/214:25LHR - JNB
2 stops29h 10mSWISS
Deal found 20/1R8 427
Wed 19/219:35JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 10mLufthansa
Wed 26/213:50LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 20/1R8 465
Mon 3/219:50CPT - LGW
1 stop24h 00mSWISS
Mon 24/218:45LGW - CPT
1 stop14h 10mSWISS
Deal found 19/1R8 670
Sun 2/29:00CPT - LCY
1 stop25h 35mSWISS
Mon 24/217:45LCY - CPT
1 stop15h 10mSWISS
Deal found 19/1R8 744
Sun 2/223:55JNB - LCY
1 stop14h 55mSWISS
Sun 9/217:45LCY - JNB
1 stop14h 40mSWISS
Deal found 20/1R8 763
Sun 16/223:55JNB - LGW
1 stop19h 55mSWISS
Sun 23/218:40LGW - JNB
1 stop13h 45mSWISS
Deal found 20/1R9 154
Mon 10/38:20JNB - LGW
1 stop23h 20mEthiopian Air
Mon 17/310:00LGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/1R9 546
Mon 3/219:50CPT - LCY
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/218:15LCY - CPT
2 stops17h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R9 714
Thu 12/615:20CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 00mEthiopian Air
Mon 23/610:10LGW - CPT
1 stop25h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/1R9 975

Find flights from South Africa to London within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to London 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 20 January 2025.

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Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/2

9:30-22:55

1 stop15h 25m

London Heathrow

Mon 10/2

13:50-7:40

1 stop15h 50m

R8 315

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/2

23:55-16:20

1 stop18h 25m

London Heathrow

Sun 23/2

20:15-7:05

1 stop32h 50m

R8 315

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/2

23:55-8:15

2 stops34h 20m

London Heathrow

Thu 20/2

14:25-21:35

2 stops29h 10m

R8 427

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/2

19:35-7:45

1 stop14h 10m

London Heathrow

Wed 26/2

13:50-7:05

1 stop15h 15m

R8 465

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/2

19:50-8:05

1 stop14h 15m

London Heathrow

Tue 18/3

12:05-7:40

2 stops17h 35m

R8 632

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LCY

CPTLCY

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/2

19:50-8:35

1 stop14h 45m

London City

Wed 19/3

13:30-7:40

2 stops16h 10m

R8 632

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/2

19:50-17:50

1 stop24h 00m

London Gatwick

Sun 23/2

18:40-11:05

1 stop14h 25m

R8 726

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/2

23:55-12:50

1 stop14h 55m

London City

Sun 9/2

17:45-10:25

1 stop14h 40m

R8 763

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/3

8:20-5:40

1 stop23h 20m

London Gatwick

Mon 17/3

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

R9 546

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LCY

CPTLCY

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/2

19:50-8:35

1 stop14h 45m

London City

Tue 11/2

18:15-13:50

2 stops17h 35m

R9 714

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to London

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to London

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from South Africa to London including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to London?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to London (average of R575). Flying from South Africa to London 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 ZA to LON?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to London. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 January 2025.

When flying from South Africa to London, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to London

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa to London. 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 20 January 2025.

The most flights from ZA0 to LON 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 London by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London 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 when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in London by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to London, 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 London

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to London. 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 London. Reviews last updated 20 January 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from South Africa to London, see what other customers have to say about SWISS, Air France and KLM. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,8
Good
1 341 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,5
Good
3 754 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,5
Good
1 599 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,5
Good
665 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

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 South Africa to London. 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 to fly from South Africa to London one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Norse Atlantic UK, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R5 071. However, be on the lookout for offers from A.P.G. and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to London for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to London?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from South Africa to London?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from South Africa to London consider choosing Finnair(90%), American Airlines(82%) or Iberia(82%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to London?

    The cheapest flight price from South Africa to London is R6 713. On average you can expect to pay R53 574. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow), can usually be booked for R6 414.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to London that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to London flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to London?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to London.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to London?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to London 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 South Africa to London?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to London (average of R575). Flying from South Africa to London 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 South Africa to London

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to London. 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 20 January 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 331AverageR13 424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 354AverageR13 958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 534AverageR13 296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 063AverageR13 217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 227AverageR14 574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR9 602AverageR12 568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR9 640AverageR16 948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR9 810AverageR11 648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 520AverageR13 685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapestR10 936AverageR13 127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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