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Cheap flights from London to South Africa from R8 486

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 28/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — JNB
Nov 25 — Dec 21
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 20 November 2024.

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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 20 November 2024.

Tue 31/1219:35LHR - JNB
2 stops34h 05mKenya Airways
Mon 31/310:45JNB - LHR
2 stops24h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 19/11R12 090
Wed 4/126:30LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 30mKLM
Tue 24/1223:55JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 55mKLM
Deal found 19/11R12 126
Sun 8/1210:00LGW - JNB
1 stop25h 10mEthiopian Air
Thu 12/1214:35JNB - LGW
1 stop17h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/11R12 180
Mon 25/1114:45LHR - JNB
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/1223:55JNB - LHR
1 stop22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11R12 180
Sat 23/1114:00LHR - JNB
1 stop16h 20mEgyptair
Mon 25/1121:45JNB - LHR
1 stop36h 55mEgyptair
Deal found 19/11R12 360
Thu 21/1117:35LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 50mAir France
Fri 6/1219:40JNB - LHR
1 stop27h 45mAir France
Deal found 20/11R12 396
Tue 3/1217:55LCY - JNB
1 stop26h 05mKLM
Thu 26/1223:55JNB - LCY
1 stop19h 45mKLM
Deal found 19/11R12 468
Tue 3/127:45LCY - JNB
2 stops30h 05mKenya Airways
Sun 8/121:15JNB - LCY
2 stops20h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 19/11R12 613
Wed 27/1120:30LHR - JNB
1 stop17h 00mRwandAir
Thu 27/216:50JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 19/11R12 793
Thu 21/1113:25LGW - JNB
2 stops40h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 25/1120:20JNB - LGW
1 stop27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11R12 991
Wed 27/116:00LGW - JNB
1 stop26h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 4/1219:05JNB - LGW
1 stop28h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/11R13 153
Tue 3/1212:05LHR - JNB
2 stops19h 25mAustrian Airlines
Mon 24/219:35JNB - LHR
2 stops20h 30mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 19/11R13 279

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 636 650 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

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LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Wed 19/2

18:15-9:30

1 stop13h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/3

19:35-9:25

1 stop15h 50m

R12 054

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 6/3

11:45-15:50

2 stops26h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/3

1:15-19:25

2 stops19h 10m

R12 054

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Fri 14/3

19:20-10:25

1 stop13h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/3

20:25-18:40

1 stop24h 15m

R12 072

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Mon 3/2

7:00-21:35

2 stops36h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/2

23:55-17:50

1 stop19h 55m

R12 072

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Tue 21/1

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/2

14:35-5:40

1 stop17h 05m

R12 090

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sat 1/2

22:30-7:10

1 stop30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/3

21:45-12:35

1 stop16h 50m

R12 108

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sat 1/3

15:15-10:25

2 stops41h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/3

20:25-17:50

1 stop23h 25m

R12 108

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sun 19/1

9:05-9:30

2 stops46h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/2

19:35-18:40

2 stops25h 05m

R12 342

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Sun 19/1

20:05-22:00

1 stop23h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/2

23:55-17:25

1 stop19h 30m

R12 378

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Wed 22/1

10:00-10:55

2 stops22h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/1

1:15-19:35

2 stops20h 20m

R12 504

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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 R116). 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 20 November 2024.

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 20 November 2024.

The most flights from LON to ZA0 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 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 20 November 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Air and Austrian 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
3 487 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
3 487 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
1 350 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
805 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
7,6
Good
1 635 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
3 834 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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 595), Egyptair (R9 063), and SWISS (R9 099).

  • 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 - Cape Town Intl, London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo or London Stansted - Cape Town Intl, as they are the most popular.

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

    Consider China Eastern (91%), Virgin Atlantic (91%) or Finnair (70%) 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 R18 938, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R13 423. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl), is priced around R11 766.

  • 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 R116). 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 636 650 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR8 318AverageR12 482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EgyptairCheapestR10 105AverageR11 599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR10 394AverageR16 107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR10 637AverageR11 513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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SWISSCheapestR10 665AverageR15 492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 930AverageR16 933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR11 021AverageR16 936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 034AverageR15 041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 128AverageR16 042FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 629AverageR19 082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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