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Cheap flights from South Africa to London from R3 816

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 18/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LON
Nov 19 — Nov 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to London

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to London flight deals. Data was last updated 20 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 772

One-way from

R3 816

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 489

Good round-trip deal

R8 839 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 092 or less
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 18/11-24/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 39h 10m total
  • South Africa to London
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Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 18/11
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 45m total
  • South Africa to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R19 138 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 839 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to London (LON).
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Africa to London (LON).
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to London
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to London. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 October 2025.

Tue 18/1110:10JNB - LHR
2 stops23h 35mLufthansa
Mon 24/1113:30LHR - JNB
2 stops15h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 18/10R10 772
Sun 2/1110:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Fri 7/1120:15LHR - JNB
1 stop32h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 19/10R10 789
Mon 20/1019:35JNB - LHR
1 stop13h 20mSWISS
Wed 19/1114:25LHR - JNB
2 stops18h 05mSWISS
Deal found 18/10R10 806
Thu 13/1121:30JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 23/1116:35LHR - JNB
Nonstop11h 10mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 20/10R10 824
Mon 17/1114:30JNB - LHR
1 stop18h 05mEthiopian Air
Tue 25/1120:15LHR - JNB
1 stop14h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/10R10 841
Tue 21/1019:00JNB - LHR
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/1113:30LHR - JNB
2 stops15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/10R10 858
Thu 13/1121:30JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/116:30LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/10R10 876
Thu 6/1121:30JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 21/1119:40LHR - JNB
Nonstop10h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 20/10R10 893
Tue 11/1114:30JNB - LHR
1 stop18h 05mEthiopian Air
Fri 28/1120:15LHR - JNB
1 stop14h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/10R10 910
Thu 6/1121:30JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 25/1119:40LHR - JNB
Nonstop11h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 19/10R10 928
Tue 2/1210:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Fri 5/1216:40LHR - JNB
2 stops21h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 18/10R10 945
Thu 20/1120:15JNB - LCY
1 stop14h 30mSWISS
Wed 26/1119:10LCY - JNB
1 stop13h 20mSWISS
Deal found 19/10R10 980

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to London that are best for you.

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London

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

9:50-12:05

1 stop28h 15m

London Heathrow

Tue 10/2

8:50-8:20

1 stop21h 30m

R11 049

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/11

14:35-6:35

1 stop18h 00m

London Heathrow

Mon 24/11

20:15-13:00

1 stop14h 45m

R11 101

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Wed 19/11

9:00-21:40

1 stop14h 40m

London Heathrow

Tue 2/12

12:05-7:30

1 stop17h 25m

R11 171

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/1

9:25-21:40

1 stop14h 15m

London Heathrow

Tue 27/1

13:45-7:30

1 stop15h 45m

R11 171

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 17/12

8:45-18:30

Nonstop11h 45m

London Gatwick

Tue 10/2

17:15-6:45

Nonstop11h 30m

R11 257

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/11

12:30-22:15

Nonstop11h 45m

London Gatwick

Mon 24/11

20:35-7:30

2 stops32h 55m

R11 517

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/12

22:00-7:25

Nonstop11h 25m

London Heathrow

Mon 2/2

21:15-10:25

Nonstop11h 10m

R11 587

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/12

22:00-7:25

Nonstop11h 25m

London Heathrow

Tue 10/2

21:15-10:25

Nonstop11h 10m

R11 587

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LCY

CPTLCY

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/11

19:50-8:45

1 stop14h 55m

London City

Thu 27/11

13:30-7:30

1 stop16h 00m

R11 604

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/12

19:10-22:35

1 stop29h 25m

London Gatwick

Thu 15/1

10:20-10:50

1 stop22h 30m

R11 656

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to London

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to London

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to London (average of R6 730). Flying from South Africa to London in September is currently the most expensive (average of R10 824). 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 ZA to LON?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 20 October 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Africa to London in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 20% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to London?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to London. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to London flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to London

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa 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 20 October 2025.

The most flights from ZA0 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).

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 20 October 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, SWISS, andVirgin Atlantic from South Africa 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 378 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 378 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 378 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 771 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 378 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
670 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 378 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
876 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 378 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 461 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 378 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to London. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to London?

    Airlines like Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air, and SWISS fly from South Africa to London in about 14h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 35m. The distance from South Africa to London is about 9675 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to London one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Norse Atlantic UK, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R3 972. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Virgin Atlantic, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to London for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to London?

    The most popular route from South Africa to London is Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - London Heathrow or Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Gatwick.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from South Africa to London?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from South Africa to London consider choosing Scandinavian Airlines(100%), China Eastern(95%) or Delta(95%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to London?

    The cheapest flight price from South Africa to London is R7 732. On average you can expect to pay R53 617. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow), can usually be booked for R9 106.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to London that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to London?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to London?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to London?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to London (average of R6 730). Flying from South Africa to London in September is currently the most expensive (average of R10 824). 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
SWISSCheapestR6 723AverageR12 845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR7 326AverageR11 706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR8 015AverageR13 644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR8 725AverageR12 543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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RwandAirCheapestR8 737AverageR12 529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 222AverageR13 384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR9 485AverageR12 281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 603AverageR11 140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR10 490AverageR12 602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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A.P.G.CheapestR10 505AverageR11 600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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