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Cheap flights from South Africa to the United Kingdom from R5 399

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 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LHR
Dec 24 — Dec 311
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to United Kingdom

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Africa (ZA0) to United Kingdom (GB0). 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

R8 570

One-way from

R5 399
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 29/1-5/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 00m total
  • South Africa to United Kingdom
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 17/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 00m total
  • South Africa to United Kingdom

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to United Kingdom
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to United Kingdom. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Wed 25/1223:55CPT - LHR
2 stops23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/111:10LHR - CPT
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/12R8 679
Wed 25/1223:55CPT - LHR
2 stops23h 30mSWISS
Mon 20/112:05LHR - CPT
2 stops17h 35mSWISS
Deal found 19/12R8 715
Fri 20/1220:25JNB - LHR
2 stops27h 00mSWISS
Sun 26/16:00LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 35mSWISS
Deal found 18/12R9 367
Wed 25/129:30CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 25mLufthansa
Mon 20/113:30LHR - CPT
2 stops16h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 19/12R9 657
Thu 19/1220:25JNB - LGW
1 stop23h 25mSWISS
Sat 15/218:45LGW - JNB
1 stop24h 50mSWISS
Deal found 18/12R10 056
Wed 18/1219:35JNB - LHR
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 29/126:00LHR - JNB
1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12R10 291
Fri 27/129:30CPT - LCY
2 stops28h 10mSWISS
Tue 18/219:10LCY - CPT
1 stop24h 45mSWISS
Deal found 18/12R11 070
Tue 24/1219:50CPT - LGW
1 stop24h 00mSWISS
Thu 16/118:40LGW - CPT
2 stops59h 00mSWISS
Deal found 18/12R11 125
Sat 21/1220:25JNB - LCY
1 stop18h 15mSWISS
Sun 4/519:20LCY - JNB
1 stop13h 00mSWISS
Deal found 18/12R11 795
Tue 31/1210:10JNB - LHR
2 stops23h 35mLufthansa
Wed 15/113:50LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 18/12R11 868
Tue 31/1211:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 35mNorse Atlantic UK
Mon 13/120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 20mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 18/12R11 904
Tue 24/1223:55JNB - LHR
1 stop19h 05mKLM
Tue 31/1211:45LHR - JNB
2 stops19h 40mKLM
Deal found 18/12R12 139

Find flights from South Africa to United Kingdom within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to United Kingdom 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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Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/1

23:55-13:00

1 stop15h 05m

London Heathrow

Wed 5/2

6:00-21:55

1 stop13h 55m

R8 570

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 24/3

19:50-8:05

1 stop14h 15m

London Heathrow

Thu 22/5

15:30-9:30

1 stop17h 00m

R8 697

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LCY

CPTLCY

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/2

19:50-8:35

1 stop14h 45m

London City

Tue 18/2

19:10-21:55

1 stop24h 45m

R8 769

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/1

20:25-8:05

1 stop13h 40m

London Heathrow

Mon 3/2

20:05-21:35

1 stop23h 30m

R9 041

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/1

20:25-17:50

1 stop23h 25m

London Gatwick

Mon 27/1

18:45-21:35

1 stop24h 50m

R9 059

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/1

10:10-7:45

2 stops23h 35m

London Heathrow

Sun 26/1

19:15-7:05

1 stop33h 50m

R9 096

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/1

19:35-13:00

2 stops19h 25m

London Heathrow

Mon 27/1

18:40-10:25

1 stop13h 45m

R9 186

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/2

19:35-9:25

1 stop15h 50m

London City

Mon 3/3

19:10-10:25

1 stop13h 15m

R9 331

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/2

19:30-17:50

2 stops24h 20m

London Gatwick

Tue 18/2

18:45-21:55

1 stop25h 10m

R9 331

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/1

19:35-9:25

1 stop15h 50m

London City

Thu 13/2

17:15-9:30

1 stop14h 15m

R9 748

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to United Kingdom

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to United Kingdom

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to United Kingdom (average of R575). Flying from South Africa to United Kingdom in August is currently the most expensive (average of R807). 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 GB?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to United Kingdom. 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.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to United Kingdom as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to United Kingdom

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa to United Kingdom. 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 ZA0 to GB0 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 United Kingdom by month

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

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

Temperature in United Kingdom by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to United Kingdom, 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 United Kingdom

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to United Kingdom. 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 United Kingdom. Reviews last updated 19 December 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Kenya Airways, RwandAir and Virgin Atlantic from South Africa to United Kingdom to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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
3 410 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,8
Good
1 349 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,6
Good
1 605 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,6
Good
788 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,5
Good
3 792 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 410 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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 United Kingdom. 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 United Kingdom one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Kenya Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R5 399. Users have also found prices from R5 943 and R6 215 on Etihad Airways and Virgin Atlantic, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to United Kingdom (average of R575). Flying from South Africa to United Kingdom in August is currently the most expensive (average of R807). 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 are the most eco-friendly airlines from South Africa to the United Kingdom?

    Most airlines providing flights to the United Kingdom from South Africa offer eco-friendly flights. However, British Airways, Air France, KLM, SWISS, and Lufthansa offer the most eco-friendly flights. British Airways’ success in sustainable travel has involved offsetting carbon emissions produced by passengers, and the airline has also replaced older fleets with modern fleets with new operational technologies and sustainable aviation fuel. Air France achieves eco-friendly flights by reducing aircraft weight by using lightweight materials, and their fleet also includes modern-generation planes that are more fuel-efficient.

  • How can I fly more sustainably from South Africa to the United Kingdom?

    You can take several measures to ensure sustainable travel to the United Kingdom from South Africa. One way to achieve this is by adhering to the baggage limit provided by your airline before boarding your flight. Heavy baggage increases the weight of the plane, making it burn more fuel hence emitting more carbon. You can also opt for a direct flight to the United Kingdom instead of flights with layovers. Direct flights only have one take-off and landing, making them burn less fuel than flights with more than one take-off and landing. Another way you can ensure your flight is eco-friendly is by booking economy-class seats on your flights. These seats take up less space than first-class seats hence reducing the amount of carbon footprint per passenger. Lastly, instead of using disposable headsets and single-use plastics provided during your flight, you can carry reusable containers and your headphones.

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Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to United Kingdom

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to United Kingdom. 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
SWISSCheapestR7 103AverageR13 295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 162AverageR14 509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 293AverageR13 946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR8 734AverageR13 191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR8 821AverageR15 104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR9 331AverageR12 214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR9 368AverageR18 487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR9 534AverageR12 408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 722AverageR13 913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR10 310AverageR11 015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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