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JNB — LON
Jul 29 — Aug 51
1 adult
1 adult, First, 0 bags

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Cheap first class flights to London in 2026

Find the latest flights to London in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data were last updated on 29 June 2026.

Average Price

R127 646

Cheapest Price

R80 659

Top Rated Airline

Emirates

No. of Airlines

3

Arrival Airport

London Heathrow Airport
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Cheapest first class flights to London
Explore the most affordable first class flight options available to London. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 29 June 2026.

Sun 9/819:25
JNB
-
LHR
Nonstop11h 10m
British Airways
Wed 19/821:20
LHR
-
JNB
Nonstop11h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 28/6R80 158
Wed 29/721:15
JNB
-
LHR
Nonstop11h 15m
British Airways
Wed 5/819:00
LHR
-
JNB
Nonstop11h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 28/6R96 968
Sun 26/718:40
DUR
-
LHR
1 stop26h 35m
Emirates
Sun 2/816:50
LHR
-
DUR
1 stop22h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 25/6R128 092
Sun 9/819:10
JNB
-
STN
1 stop18h 45m
Emirates
Wed 19/821:05
STN
-
JNB
1 stop31h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 28/6R133 202
Wed 29/719:10
JNB
-
STN
1 stop24h 50m
Emirates
Wed 5/821:05
STN
-
JNB
1 stop22h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 28/6R137 064
Mon 27/713:15
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop24h 10m
Emirates
Mon 3/819:50
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop19h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 29/6R157 276

Travel insights for first class flights from South Africa to London

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

Which month is the cheapest to fly First Class from South Africa to London?

For First Class flights, the cheapest month to fly this route is February. The most expensive months are May and June.

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 mm 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).

Frequently asked questions about London first class tickets

Find answers to common questions related to First Class tickets for flights to London. Get information on booking, amenities, upgrade options, and more. This FAQ section was last updated on 29 June 2026.

  • What is the cheapest price for a First Class ticket to London?

    If you are flexible with your travel dates and origin, you might only have to pay R80 659 for a First Class class flight to London (lowest price found recently). Our data shows that the average price for a First Class ticket to London is about R127 646/traveller.

  • How much do Business Class flight tickets to London cost?

    Business flights to London should cost around R77 983 a person. It is worth noting that many users save, on average, 39% choosing Business over First Class while still travelling with comfort.

  • How many premium cabins does British Airways have for flights to London?

    Travellers who want to experience premium cabins usually book through British Airways, the most popular airline with flights to London. There are 3 premium cabins provided right now: Prem Economy Class, Business Class and First Class.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a First Class flight from South Africa to London (average of R73 634). Flying from South Africa to London in May is currently the most expensive (average of R129 012). 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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