Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights typically cost between R12 584 and R16 101 in October. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was R11 400 on Etihad Airways (Oct 25-Nov 10).

Question 1

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

Abu Dhabi (AUH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R11 934.

Question 2

What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 20m.

Question 3

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights typically cost between R12 584 and R16 101 in October.
The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was R11 400 on Etihad Airways (Oct 25-Nov 10).

Question 4

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

Zurich (ZRH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 24% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport on Cheapflights.

Question 5

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 20m.

Question 6

How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport in 22h 25m. Fly via Etihad Airways or KLM to get the fastest option. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and London Heathrow Airport is about 9067 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

Question 7

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport round-trip?

Accepted Answer

According to our current data, SWISS (R6 977), Lufthansa (R8 171), and Air France (R9 130) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport. SWISS is currently priced 48% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

Question 8

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport is 58 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Question 9

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport (average of R575). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R860). 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.

Question 10

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Question 11

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport

Accepted Answer

The most flights from JNB to LHR are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

Question 12

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

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

Question 14

What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

On average you can expect to pay R50 745 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport. The cheapest flight overall is R7 945 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow) is currently priced at R9 809.

Question 15

What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport on time: China Eastern (90%), WestJet (90%), Virgin Atlantic (90%).

Question 16

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport are Air France, British Airways and Emirates. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

Question 17

Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

Of the flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport that have stopovers, most of them stop in Zurich. Kigali is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Dubai sees the third most stopovers on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport.

Question 18

Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights?

Accepted Answer

Of the flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Istanbul. Lusaka follows Istanbul in terms of the least common stopover location on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights. Paris follows Lusaka in terms of the least frequent stopover locations on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights.

Question 19

What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Dubai?

Accepted Answer

Most Dubai visitors opt to spend their time at Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall. Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall can be accessed by travelling approximately 6,8 km, 11,0 km, and 10,5 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Dubai can hire a car from Dubai Intl for about R208 per day.

Question 20

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

Users have found that flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport on a Friday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

Question 21

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

Find a great deal and save up to 10% by booking at least 52 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at R14 069.

Question 22

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

Accepted Answer

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in August. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to London Heathrow Airport. Flights to London Heathrow Airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in February are about R13 129 on average during February, but can be found for as low as R6 840.

Question 23

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to LHR?

Accepted Answer

It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 32% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Question 24

Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Heathrow that include hotel bookings?

Accepted Answer

Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Heathrow flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

Question 25

How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Heathrow?

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After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Heathrow.

Question 26

Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Heathrow?

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Heathrow by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

Question 27

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from OR Tambo to Heathrow?

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When you search for this flight from OR Tambo to Heathrow, Cheapflights searches on 900+ travel sites to save you time finding great flight deals online. Additionally, we offer filter features so you can choose a preferred cabin class or airline, see different price ranges, and much more so you can book the flight for you.

Question 28

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

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Cheapflights helps you find that perfect flight to Heathrow from OR Tambo by searching from hundreds of airlines and agencies you know and love. We are also free to use, in case you were wondering!

Question 29

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Question 30

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Round-trip from	R11 400
One-way from	R5 302
Popular in	August
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R15 412
Good round-trip deal	R13 620 or less
Good one-way deal	R9 156 or less

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
SWISS	CheapestR6 977	AverageR11 922	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	CheapestR8 171	AverageR13 060	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
Air France	CheapestR9 130	AverageR11 443	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
KLM	CheapestR9 343	AverageR11 392	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Etihad Airways	CheapestR9 720	AverageR11 372	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR10 640	AverageR13 780	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Brussels Airlines	CheapestR10 688	AverageR13 156	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Brussels Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	CheapestR11 321	AverageR14 475	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
RwandAir	CheapestR11 429	AverageR13 164	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search RwandAir flights
British Airways	CheapestR11 453	AverageR14 173	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Heathrow are usually found in February or March, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

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