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R1 165+ Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport

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LGW — JNB
Nov 29 — Dec 61
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest airline

Ryanair

Good round-trip deal

R1 400 or less

Good one-way deal

R653 or less
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Sun 9/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Sun 16/1112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 29/10R9 392
Mon 10/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Sun 16/1112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 28/10R9 427
Tue 2/1217:15LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Thu 25/1212:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 28/10R9 546
Mon 24/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mA.P.G.
Tue 2/1212:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mA.P.G.
Deal found 28/10R9 649
Mon 24/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mA.P.G.
Thu 11/1212:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mA.P.G.
Deal found 29/10R9 701
Mon 10/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mA.P.G.
Thu 13/1112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mA.P.G.
Deal found 29/10R9 718
Fri 28/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Tue 9/1212:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 29/10R9 804
Mon 1/1220:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Tue 23/1212:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 28/10R9 941
Mon 10/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mA.P.G.
Mon 17/1112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mA.P.G.
Deal found 29/10R10 009
Thu 20/1110:00LGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 21/1223:00JNB - LGW
1 stop32h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/10R11 055
Sun 9/1110:00LGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 22/1114:30JNB - LGW
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/10R11 140
Tue 25/119:15LGW - JNB
3 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1214:30JNB - LGW
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/10R11 158

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 10/11

20:30-10:00

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 29/11

12:30-22:15

Nonstop11h 45m

R9 392

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Sun 30/11

20:30-10:00

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/12

12:30-22:15

Nonstop11h 45m

R10 146

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Sun 16/11

20:30-10:00

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/11

12:30-22:15

Nonstop11h 45m

R10 301

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Fri 28/11

20:30-10:00

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/11

12:30-22:15

Nonstop11h 45m

R10 575

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Fri 14/11

20:30-10:00

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/11

12:30-22:15

Nonstop11h 45m

R10 969

LondonGeorge

LGW - GRJ

LGWGRJ

London Gatwick

Wed 12/11

20:30-16:00

1 stop17h 30m

George

Thu 20/11

8:35-22:15

1 stop15h 40m

R11 363

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Tue 17/3

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/3

14:30-5:40

1 stop17h 10m

R11 877

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Tue 3/3

17:15-6:45

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

12:30-22:15

Nonstop11h 45m

R12 032

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Mon 10/11

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/11

23:00-5:40

1 stop32h 40m

R12 100

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Tue 11/11

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/11

23:00-5:40

1 stop32h 40m

R12 100

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Travel insights for flights from Gatwick

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When is the best time to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Gatwick to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 24 October 2025.

Booking 57 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport (average of R9 289). Flying from London Gatwick Airport in July will prove the most costly (average of R12 734). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London Gatwick Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Gatwick to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from London Gatwick Airport would be wise to consider leaving during Thursday mornings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Wednesday at midday when fares are usually the most expensive.

Which airlines fly from London Gatwick Airport?

When flying from London Gatwick Airport check dates and pricing for the following: Emirates, Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Air. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Johannesburg.

Emirates
Emirates
From R13 835
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From R6 818
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R7 935
easyJet
easyJet
From R1 128

What are popular destinations to fly to from London Gatwick Airport?

From London Gatwick Airport you can expect to find greater availability for the following destinations: Madrid (114 flights per day), Istanbul (85 flights per day) and Málaga (79 flights per day).

Cape Town Intl
Cape Town Intl
From R5 699
Addis Ababa Bole
Addis Ababa Bole
From R5 175
Reykjavik
Reykjavik
From R1 450

What is the cheapest place to fly to from London Gatwick Airport?

The cheapest city to fly to from London Gatwick Airport is Nice Côte d'Azur, with prices starting at R653. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Nice Côte d'Azur
Nice Côte d'Azur
From R653
Sharm el-Sheikh Ophira
Sharm el-Sheikh Ophira
From R755
Paris
Paris
From R889
Lyon-Saint Exupéry
Lyon-Saint Exupéry
From R939

Airline reviews for flights from Gatwick

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Gatwick. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Gatwick. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Turkish Airlines, andEthiopian Air from London Gatwick Airport to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 394 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 394 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 394 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 031 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 394 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
882 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 394 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Gatwick. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 30 October 2025.

  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from London Gatwick Airport?

    The most selected flight destinations from London Gatwick Airport for the current month are Alicante, Málaga, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport. While Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, Málaga, Alicante are the top choices made by travellers year-round.

  • What is the cheapest flight from London Gatwick Airport to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of London Gatwick Airport for as low as R653 to Nice (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for R9 462 to fly from London Gatwick Airport.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Gatwick Airport to anywhere?

    Looking at our data, easyJet, Turkish Airlines, and Ethiopian Air have been found to have the cheapest prices from London Gatwick Airport. Here are some options available: easyJet flights from London Gatwick Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol (R1 128). Turkish Airlines flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town Intl (R6 818). Ethiopian Air flights from London Gatwick Airport to Cape Town Intl (R7 935).

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from London Gatwick Airport?

    Premium economy can provide you with benefits such as more leg room and ideal seating locations without the price tag of a business class flight. Some of the cheapest premium economy flight options from London Gatwick Airport are below:
    London Gatwick to Zurich from R26 356
    London Gatwick to Cape Town from R27 161
    London Gatwick to Port Louis from R37 706
    London Gatwick to Addis Ababa from R38 411

  • What is the cheapest first class flight from London Gatwick Airport?

    If you’re looking to fly first-class from London Gatwick Airport to anywhere, put Dubai on your list as prices start at R236 284 for this destination.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport?

    March is currently the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport. At this moment in time July is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from London Gatwick Airport?

    Check out the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to embark to:
    Travel from London to Cape Town from R7 576 round trip
    Travel from London to Johannesburg from R9 529 round trip
    Travel from London to Durban from R12 083 round trip

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