Find flights
When to book
Airlines
Travel Guide

Cheap flights to Heathrow

WAS — LHR
Mar 24 — Mar 311
1 adult
Sun 24/3
Sun 31/3

Find deals on flights to Heathrow by searching across hundreds of travel sites at once.

 
Cheapflights users frequently choose these airlines when searching for flights to Heathrow, based on our search results.
Cheapflights users frequently choose these airlines when searching for flights to Heathrow, based on our search results.
Here’s why our users search for flights through Cheapflights

Save over 27%Compare Cheapflights against other travel sites with one search.

Price trackingHolding out for a great deal? Get notified when prices are reduced.

Customise ResultsFilter for flights based on cabin class, airline, free Wi-Fi, and more.

Unlimited free useSearch as many times as you want with no hidden charges or fees.

Flights to Heathrow in 2024

Find the latest flights to Heathrow in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 627 077 searches and data was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R14 277

Return from

R8 959

One-way from

R5 903
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 0% potential price drop
Average for return flights in March 2024
From Cape Town Intl to London
One-way flight from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to London Heathrow (LHR)

Average price of flights to Heathrow Airport by month

Plan your trip to Heathrow by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Heathrow is currently R0 while a return flight costs R0. Price data was last updated on 10 March 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Heathrow (average of R562). Flying to Heathrow in August will prove the most costly (average of R777). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

R10 600

February

R11 618

March

R13 881

April

R13 881

May

R13 447

June

R13 655

July

R14 428

August

R14 654

September

R14 126

October

R13 768

November

R11 656

December

R14 579

Temperature and rainfall in Heathrow by month

Plan your trip to Heathrow by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

LON

Temperature

4 - 17 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Heathrow, 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).

When is the best time to book a flight to Heathrow?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Heathrow, you should look to book at least 87 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
Search Deals

When is the cheapest time to fly to Heathrow?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on 17 March 2024.
Morning
Midday
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Users looking for the lowest fares to Heathrow should consider flying on Wednesday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.
Search Deals

Reviews of airlines servicing Heathrow

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Heathrow. 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 Heathrow. Reviews last updated 19 March 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Brussels Airlines, RwandAir and Austrian Airlines to London to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
4 215 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

8,1
Very Good
4 215 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 215 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

8,1
Very Good
56 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 215 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

7,8
Good
2 183 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 215 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

7,8
Good
1 720 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 215 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

7,7
Good
4 578 reviews
8,1
Very Good
4 215 reviews

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

  • How long is the flight to London Heathrow?

    You can get to Heathrow Airport, London on flights departing from South Africa in about 11-12 hours. If you are departing from the O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, you can expect to arrive in around 11h 20m. A flight from Cape Town International Airport will take 12-15 hours, depending on the flight path and any layovers. Flying from King Shaka International Airport in Durban will get you to Heathrow in 12-14 hours.

  • Where can you get direct flights to London Heathrow from?

    If you are hoping to avoid layovers, you have a few options when it comes to direct flights. As you peruse London Heathrow flight deals, keep in mind that you can fly directly there from Johannesburg, Cape Town, or Durban. South African Airways, Virgin Atlantic, and British Airways all offer direct flights from Johannesburg to London. British Airways will get you directly from Cape Town or Durban to Heathrow.

  • How do you get from Heathrow Airport to the city centre?

    There are a number of ways to reach downtown London from Heathrow Airport. If you plan on opting for what is often the easiest option, taxis are available outside of each terminal. You can plan on paying ZAR 800-1300 for a one hour trip. The airport also offers some rail and bus options. The Heathrow Express is the fastest mode of transportation between the airport and city centre, providing a 15m nonstop ride to Paddington Station. This train departs every 15 minutes from Terminals 2, 3, 4, and 5. Plan on adding a few extra minutes if you are departing from Terminal 4 or 5. Other rail options include the London Underground, Feltham Rail Link, and the TfL Rail. There is also the option to take the National Express Coach, which starts around 185 ZAR.

  • What are some things to do in London?

    London is full of well-known landmarks and attractions, but there is always so much more to see than what you might first expect. From the Sky Garden and its views from above to the Covent Garden and its eclectic features ranging from shops and pubs by day and opera and theatre by night, there is something to see and do every time you turn around. History buffs will surely want to check out the Churchill War Rooms, the Tower Bridge, and the Tower of London. For those who swoon at lovely architecture, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and the Houses of Parliament are highly recommended. Big Ben and the London Eye will also beckon, as will countless parks and historic markers along the way.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly to London?

    South African citizens need a passport and a visa to fly into London. The type of visa you will need to apply for will depend on the purpose of your visit to London, England. The most common is the standard visitor visa, which would be the one you would want if you are traveling for leisure, for business activities, if you are visiting friends or family members if you’re participating in sports events or other creative events or a myriad of other reasons including private medical treatment. Other types of visas include the marriage visitor visa, student visitor visa, visitor in transit visa, and the permitted paid engagement visa.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Search flights to Heathrow by cabin class

Find flights to Heathrow, based on your preferred cabin class, be it economy, premium economy, business, or first class.
First Classfrom R48 703/person
Business Classfrom R36 483/person
Prem Econ Classfrom R16 302/person
Economy classfrom R8 754/person

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights to Heathrow?

Cheapflights goes through 900+ travel sites to look for the best flight deals for flights to Heathrow. Too many options? Cheapflights also provides filters for things like airlines, price ranges, and number of stops to help you make a decision easily.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets to Heathrow?

By finding flights from multiple airlines and providers at completely no cost, Cheapflights helps millions of users like you annually find the best flights to Heathrow.

Can Cheapflights find flights to Heathrow with no change fees?

Yes! Cheapflights helps users easily find flights to Heathrow with no change fees.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights to Heathrow become cheaper?

Yes, Cheapflights has a feature called Price Alerts, which notifies users when flight prices change. Track prices for your flight to Heathrow today and book when you’re ready!