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Cheap flights from London to South Africa from R7 128

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 24/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — JNB
Jan 22 — Jan 291
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from London to South Africa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) to South Africa (ZA0). 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 17 January 2025.

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R11 699

One-way from

R7 128
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 29/5-5/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 35m total
  • London to South Africa
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  • 24/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 35m total
  • London to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from London to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Thu 29/510:10LGW - JNB
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 5/614:30JNB - LGW
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/1R11 699
Thu 15/518:25LHR - JNB
1 stop14h 20mKenya Airways
Sat 31/510:45JNB - LHR
1 stop30h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/1R11 699
Fri 24/117:40STN - JNB
2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/219:40JNB - STN
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1R11 717
Tue 20/515:00LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 10mEgyptair
Sun 8/621:45JNB - LHR
1 stop24h 20mEgyptair
Deal found 16/1R11 717
Sun 2/316:55LGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mTurkish Airlines
Mon 24/319:05JNB - LGW
1 stop28h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/1R11 774
Fri 2/515:20LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/523:15JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1R11 793
Thu 1/519:30LHR - JNB
1 stop36h 05mLufthansa
Mon 19/519:00JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 16/1R11 811
Tue 13/519:20LCY - JNB
1 stop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/519:00JNB - LCY
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1R11 830
Wed 30/46:30LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 50mKLM
Sun 18/523:15JNB - LHR
1 stop19h 20mKLM
Deal found 16/1R11 849
Fri 24/118:55LCY - JNB
1 stop25h 05mKLM
Tue 28/123:55JNB - LCY
1 stop18h 40mKLM
Deal found 17/1R11 981
Wed 30/49:15LCY - JNB
1 stop22h 20mLufthansa
Mon 19/519:00JNB - LCY
1 stop14h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 16/1R12 056
Mon 1/1211:10LGW - JNB
1 stop35h 05mKenya Airways
Tue 30/121:15JNB - LGW
1 stop30h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/1R12 131

Find flights from London to South Africa within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from London to South Africa 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 17 January 2025.

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LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 29/5

10:10-3:55

1 stop16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/6

14:30-6:20

1 stop16h 50m

R11 699

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 15/5

18:25-15:50

1 stop20h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/5

10:45-16:15

1 stop30h 30m

R11 699

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 28/5

22:10-7:10

1 stop32h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/6

21:45-21:05

1 stop24h 20m

R11 736

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 2/3

16:55-10:50

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/3

19:05-21:30

1 stop28h 25m

R11 774

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Fri 2/5

15:20-8:10

1 stop15h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/5

23:15-13:50

1 stop15h 35m

R11 793

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 1/5

19:30-8:35

1 stop36h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/5

19:00-9:40

1 stop15h 40m

R11 811

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Sat 1/2

21:45-22:00

2 stops22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/2

19:40-21:30

2 stops27h 50m

R11 830

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 30/4

6:30-21:20

1 stop13h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/5

23:15-17:35

1 stop19h 20m

R11 849

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Fri 24/1

18:55-22:00

1 stop25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/1

23:55-16:35

1 stop18h 40m

R11 981

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Thu 6/2

13:30-21:35

1 stop30h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/2

20:25-8:35

1 stop14h 10m

R12 169

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Best time to book a flight from London to South Africa

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Travel insights for flights from London to South Africa

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from London to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 LON to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from London to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

When flying from London to South Africa, 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 London to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from London to South Africa. 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 17 January 2025.

The most flights from LON to ZA0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in South Africa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in South Africa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with SWISS, RwandAir and Turkish Airlines from London to South Africa by reading reviews from past customers. 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
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 339 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Austrian Airlines
7,6
Good
786 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 752 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

SWISS
7,5
Good
1 598 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London to South Africa. 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 London to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from London to South Africa are Norse Atlantic UK (R8 407), Egyptair (R9 141), and Kenya Airways (R9 254).

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

    When deciding which route to take from London to South Africa, consider London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo, London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl or London Stansted - Cape Town Intl, as they are the most popular.

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

    Consider Virgin Atlantic (89%), China Eastern (88%) or Finnair (77%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from London to South Africa.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from London to South Africa? While on average our users pay R19 212, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R12 596. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around R10 551.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from London to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 London to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from London to South Africa. 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 17 January 2025.
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EmiratesCheapestR8 203AverageR22 352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 562AverageR12 077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR10 850AverageR17 167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR10 983AverageR13 030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapestR11 258AverageR15 793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 518AverageR16 207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR11 611AverageR18 018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 611AverageR18 746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 979AverageR17 034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 056AverageR16 331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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