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Cheap flights from London to South Africa from R8 407

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 30/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — JNB
Dec 24 — Dec 311
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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

R11 994

One-way from

R8 407
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  • RwandAir
  • 13/1-12/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 20m total
  • London to South Africa
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30/1
  • 30/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 55m 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 19 December 2024.

Sun 29/1217:05LHR - JNB
1 stop26h 55mKLM
Tue 28/123:55JNB - LHR
1 stop22h 55mKLM
Deal found 18/12R12 049
Sun 29/1214:05LHR - JNB
2 stops17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/119:40JNB - LHR
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12R12 520
Tue 31/1219:35LHR - JNB
2 stops34h 05mKenya Airways
Mon 31/310:45JNB - LHR
1 stop30h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/12R13 571
Sat 28/1220:05LHR - JNB
1 stop23h 55mSWISS
Thu 30/123:55JNB - LHR
1 stop19h 55mSWISS
Deal found 18/12R14 241
Fri 27/1219:35LHR - JNB
1 stop35h 55mAir France
Sat 25/119:40JNB - LHR
1 stop16h 50mAir France
Deal found 18/12R14 477
Tue 31/1220:30LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 50mRwandAir
Mon 31/316:50JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 18/12R14 513
Sat 28/1218:45LGW - JNB
1 stop25h 15mSWISS
Thu 30/123:55JNB - LGW
1 stop19h 55mSWISS
Deal found 18/12R14 531
Tue 24/1220:15LHR - JNB
1 stop14h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 31/1214:35JNB - LHR
1 stop18h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/12R14 712
Thu 26/1218:10LCY - JNB
1 stop25h 50mKLM
Wed 19/223:55JNB - LCY
1 stop20h 30mKLM
Deal found 18/12R16 180
Tue 31/1217:35LHR - CPT
2 stops18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/110:00CPT - LHR
Nonstop11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12R16 434
Wed 25/126:00LHR - CPT
1 stop13h 55mSWISS
Tue 14/119:50CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 15mSWISS
Deal found 18/12R16 633
Mon 30/1210:00LGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/113:20JNB - LGW
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12R16 687

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 19 December 2024.

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LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Mon 13/1

20:30-14:20

1 stop15h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/2

16:50-6:20

1 stop15h 30m

R11 994

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Wed 29/1

19:10-21:35

1 stop24h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/2

19:35-9:25

1 stop15h 50m

R12 013

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Tue 21/1

19:10-10:25

1 stop13h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/2

20:25-12:50

1 stop18h 25m

R12 049

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 5/3

11:45-10:55

2 stops21h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/3

17:20-15:30

1 stop24h 10m

R12 049

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Fri 24/1

18:55-22:00

1 stop25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/1

23:55-18:25

1 stop20h 30m

R12 067

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Mon 20/1

16:55-10:55

1 stop16h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/2

19:05-9:25

1 stop16h 20m

R12 085

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 13/3

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/3

14:35-5:20

1 stop16h 45m

R12 103

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sun 8/6

15:00-7:10

1 stop15h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/6

21:45-21:05

1 stop24h 20m

R12 103

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Thu 6/2

8:30-21:35

2 stops35h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/2

23:55-23:00

2 stops25h 05m

R12 103

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 23/1

9:10-13:10

2 stops26h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/2

8:20-12:25

3 stops30h 05m

R12 139

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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 19 December 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 19 December 2024.

The most flights from LON to ZA0 are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 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 19 December 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with SWISS, Kenya Airways and KLM 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
3 412 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

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
3 412 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

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
1 349 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

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
1 605 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

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
788 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

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
3 792 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

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 697), RwandAir (R9 186), and SWISS (R9 313).

  • 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 City - Cape Town Intl, as they are the most popular.

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

    Consider China Eastern (93%), Virgin Atlantic (93%) or American Airlines (68%) 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 R20 439, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R12 674. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around R10 237.

  • 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 19 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapestR7 903AverageR22 980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR8 364AverageR12 552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EgyptairCheapestR10 132AverageR11 675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR10 452AverageR15 992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR10 846AverageR15 135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 995AverageR17 916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 096AverageR15 310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR11 133AverageR17 315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 190AverageR15 946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 632AverageR15 866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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