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Cheap flights from South Africa to London from R4 868

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 13/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LON
Mar 2 — Mar 91
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 31 January 2026.

Wed 29/48:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/517:15
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/1R9 209
Thu 5/210:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Lufthansa
Tue 17/220:15
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop32h 50m
Lufthansa
Deal found 29/1R9 225
Wed 11/214:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 26/210:00
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/1R9 225
Thu 12/210:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/211:05
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops20h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/1R9 241
Mon 9/314:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 23/310:00
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/1R9 241
Wed 22/48:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Lufthansa
Thu 23/415:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 30/1R9 257
Tue 10/310:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/317:10
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1R9 273
Wed 11/214:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 24/210:00
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/1R9 273
Tue 10/310:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Lufthansa
Tue 24/316:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 30/1R9 289
Wed 11/220:15
JNB
-
LCY
1 stop14h 25m
SWISS
Sun 22/219:20
LCY
-
JNB
1 stop13h 10m
SWISS
Deal found 29/1R9 337
Wed 4/39:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 18/313:55
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/1R9 337
Wed 11/220:15
JNB
-
LCY
1 stop14h 25m
SWISS
Wed 25/217:40
LCY
-
JNB
1 stop14h 50m
SWISS
Deal found 30/1R9 353

Find 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 31 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 209

One-way from

R4 868

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 795

Good round-trip deal

R8 709 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 306 or less
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 29/4-20/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 00m total
  • South Africa to London
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 40m total
  • South Africa to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R17 989 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 424 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to London that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 31 January 2026.
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 - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

20:15-8:45

1 stop14h 30m

London City

Wed 25/2

19:10-10:30

1 stop13h 20m

R9 513

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

20:15-8:45

1 stop14h 30m

London City

Sun 22/2

17:55-10:30

1 stop14h 35m

R9 528

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

14:30-6:35

1 stop18h 05m

London Heathrow

Wed 18/3

20:15-13:05

1 stop14h 50m

R9 943

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

19:00-7:40

1 stop13h 40m

London Heathrow

Wed 20/5

17:15-9:20

1 stop15h 05m

R10 263

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

9:50-12:45

1 stop27h 55m

London Heathrow

Sun 14/6

14:45-8:20

1 stop16h 35m

R10 263

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

19:10-9:50

1 stop16h 40m

London Stansted

Tue 24/3

17:20-10:50

1 stop15h 30m

R10 390

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

19:25-8:20

1 stop13h 55m

London Gatwick

Wed 20/5

18:35-9:20

1 stop13h 45m

R10 550

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

9:50-7:00

1 stop22h 10m

London Heathrow

Sun 14/6

14:45-8:20

1 stop16h 35m

R10 598

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

9:50-12:45

1 stop27h 55m

London Heathrow

Tue 16/6

9:30-8:20

1 stop21h 50m

R10 598

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

9:50-6:40

1 stop22h 50m

London Heathrow

Fri 27/2

20:55-8:20

1 stop33h 25m

R10 614

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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 400). Flying from South Africa to London in September is currently the most expensive (average of R9 896). 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 31 January 2026.

When flying from South Africa 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 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 31 January 2026.

The most flights from ZA0 to LON are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How often are flights from South Africa to London delayed?

About 6% of weekly flights between South Africa and London have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 184 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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

Over the past year, British Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% 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 31 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Virgin Atlantic, andEthiopian Air 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
3 491 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 491 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 491 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
678 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 491 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
955 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 491 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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.
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
292 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 491 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 706 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 491 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

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

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 Ethiopian Air, Lufthansa, and SWISS fly from South Africa to London in about 14h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 45m. The distance from South Africa to London is about 9056 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 276. However, be on the lookout for offers from Kenya Airways and A.P.G., 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 Cape Town Intl - London Heathrow. You may also consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow or Cape Town Intl - London City.

  • 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(90%), China Eastern(90%) or Delta(90%), 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 R6 928. On average you can expect to pay R47 242. The most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - London Heathrow), can usually be booked for R10 199.

  • 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 400). Flying from South Africa to London in September is currently the most expensive (average of R9 896). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to London

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to London. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 31 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hahn AirCheapestR4 794AverageR11 564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapestR6 032AverageR12 154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR6 461AverageR9 755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR7 713AverageR12 437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR7 905AverageR11 497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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RwandAirCheapestR8 040AverageR11 189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR8 558AverageR11 553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 772AverageR12 195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 889AverageR10 177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR9 652AverageR11 596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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