Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London from R5 089

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 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LON
Jun 7 — Jun 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to London are usually found in February or November, booked 9 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to London
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to London. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 May 2026.

Sat 20/69:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 24/614:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/5R10 113
Thu 18/69:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Tue 23/614:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/5R10 145
Wed 17/69:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 24/69:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/5R10 162
Mon 14/99:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 5/1021:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/5R10 244
Thu 23/79:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Tue 1/99:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/5R10 276
Thu 23/79:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mon 31/821:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5R10 293
Wed 5/89:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Tue 25/89:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/5R10 309
Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 24/614:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/5R10 358
Thu 4/613:30
JNB
-
STN
2 stops28h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 11/617:35
STN
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5R10 505
Mon 15/613:30
JNB
-
STN
3 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 24/66:00
STN
-
JNB
3 stops26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5R10 784
Thu 4/613:30
JNB
-
STN
3 stops34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/66:25
STN
-
JNB
3 stops26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5R10 980
Thu 11/613:30
JNB
-
LTN
3 stops32h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/620:50
LTN
-
JNB
3 stops35h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5R10 996

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to London

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to London (LON). 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 8 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 113

One-way from

R5 089

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 224

Good round-trip deal

R15 441 or less

Good one-way deal

R9 885 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 20/6-24/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to London
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 21/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to London
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R17 591 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 356 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to London (LON).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to London (LON).

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London that are best for you.

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Fly to

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/7

9:50-7:00

1 stop22h 10m

London Heathrow

Mon 14/9

20:50-8:20

1 stop34h 30m

R10 882

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LTN

JNBLTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

13:30-19:55

3 stops31h 25m

London Luton

Thu 11/6

15:15-10:30

2 stops18h 15m

R11 749

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

8:45-22:40

1 stop14h 55m

London Heathrow

Tue 23/6

18:30-8:35

1 stop13h 05m

R11 782

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

13:30-16:40

2 stops28h 10m

London Gatwick

Wed 10/6

17:35-10:30

1 stop15h 55m

R11 945

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

13:30-16:50

2 stops28h 20m

London Stansted

Mon 22/6

10:50-9:40

2 stops21h 50m

R12 060

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

13:30-22:25

2 stops33h 55m

London Gatwick

Thu 25/6

10:50-9:40

2 stops21h 50m

R12 518

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

13:30-16:40

2 stops28h 10m

London Gatwick

Wed 30/9

7:05-9:40

2 stops25h 35m

R13 124

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/7

18:00-16:40

1 stop23h 40m

London Stansted

Wed 16/9

17:45-9:40

2 stops38h 55m

R13 320

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/7

12:40-6:40

1 stop19h 00m

London Gatwick

Thu 10/9

9:00-4:00

1 stop18h 00m

R13 336

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

12:40-6:40

1 stop19h 00m

London Gatwick

Thu 25/6

9:00-9:00

1 stop23h 00m

R13 451

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London, you should look to book at least 70 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.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London (average of R11 585). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 925). 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 JNB to LON?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to London. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 May 2026.

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London

Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo to London. 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 8 May 2026.

The most flights from JNB to LON are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

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

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

Share of one-stop return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Kigali (KGL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 17% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London on Cheapflights.

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

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Algiers (ALG) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R8 001.

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

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 13h 54m.

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

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 30m.

How often are flights from Johannesburg to London delayed?

About 4% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and London have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 194 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to London flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to London flights?

Over the past year, British Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 4% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing London

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to London. 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 London. Reviews last updated 8 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,RwandAir, andVirgin Atlantic from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Related info for your journey

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

    A quick flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London can take about 14h 55m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 782. There are 9067 km between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and London. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London is Air Algerie. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R7 168 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Lufthansa and Etihad Airways, starting at R8 552 and R9 033 round-trip. Users have found that Air Algerie is 43% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London are Ethiopian Air (R3 528), Etihad Airways (R4 603), and Qatar Airways (R4 612).

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London?

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London consider choosing Scandinavian Airlines(87%), China Eastern(87%) or Delta(87%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R7 982. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow) can be booked for R10 194 on average, our data indicates R51 800 when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London.

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

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    If you're on a stopover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, or LEGOLAND Dubai. Travellers on a stopover in Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai, by travelling 10,5 km, 6,3 km, and 51,6 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl.

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

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to London?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to London 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London (average of R11 585). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 925). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air AlgerieCheapestR7 168AverageR8 073FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 552AverageR12 421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 033AverageR10 242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 306AverageR12 578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR9 440AverageR13 747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapestR9 587AverageR11 252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 733AverageR10 909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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RwandAirCheapestR9 835AverageR11 848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 367AverageR12 162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 839AverageR13 080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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