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Cheap flights from South Africa to London from R5 339

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 28/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LON
Oct 12 — Oct 191
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 12 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 115

One-way from

R5 339

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 191

Good round-trip deal

R10 540 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 095 or less
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 3/11-16/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 42h 55m total
  • South Africa to London
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 28/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 50m total
  • South Africa to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R23 196 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 326 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 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 12 September 2025.

Thu 11/923:15JNB - LHR
1 stop19h 20mKLM
Fri 7/116:30LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 35mKLM
Deal found 11/9R11 097
Mon 3/1120:15JNB - LHR
2 stops19h 25mSWISS
Sun 16/119:00LHR - JNB
2 stops23h 30mSWISS
Deal found 10/9R11 115
Mon 17/1114:30JNB - LGW
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 2/1210:00LGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/9R11 115
Sun 14/923:30JNB - LHR
1 stop19h 05mKLM
Mon 22/920:55LHR - JNB
1 stop23h 25mKLM
Deal found 10/9R11 132
Fri 10/109:50JNB - LHR
1 stop30h 25mEtihad Airways
Fri 31/108:50LHR - JNB
1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/9R11 167
Tue 28/1019:45JNB - LCY
1 stop15h 30mLufthansa
Tue 18/1118:15LCY - JNB
1 stop13h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 10/9R11 219
Sat 8/113:10JNB - LHR
1 stop29h 10mRwandAir
Fri 14/1120:30LHR - JNB
1 stop27h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 10/9R11 237
Fri 10/109:50JNB - LHR
1 stop33h 55mEtihad Airways
Sat 1/1119:20LHR - JNB
1 stop35h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/9R11 254
Thu 23/1019:35JNB - LCY
1 stop14h 15mSWISS
Wed 19/1117:45LCY - JNB
1 stop14h 45mSWISS
Deal found 10/9R11 289
Wed 24/99:50JNB - LHR
1 stop33h 55mEtihad Airways
Wed 1/1021:45LHR - JNB
1 stop33h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/9R11 289
Sat 8/119:50JNB - LHR
1 stop22h 50mEtihad Airways
Sat 22/1119:20LHR - JNB
1 stop35h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/9R11 307
Sun 19/109:50JNB - LHR
1 stop27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/106:00LHR - JNB
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9R11 342

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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 12 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to London that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

London

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/10

9:50-18:45

1 stop33h 55m

London Heathrow

Sat 1/11

19:20-8:20

1 stop35h 00m

R11 254

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/11

23:59-17:20

1 stop19h 21m

London City

Tue 2/12

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

R11 446

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/9

23:30-16:40

1 stop18h 10m

London City

Tue 23/9

20:10-21:20

1 stop24h 10m

R11 481

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/10

16:50-9:00

1 stop17h 10m

London Heathrow

Mon 27/10

20:30-2:20

1 stop27h 50m

R11 813

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/10

16:50-7:00

1 stop15h 10m

London Heathrow

Tue 14/10

21:20-14:20

1 stop16h 00m

R11 813

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/12

23:59-16:35

1 stop18h 36m

London City

Tue 30/12

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

R11 970

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/10

12:10-6:50

1 stop19h 40m

London Gatwick

Sat 1/11

11:10-0:25

1 stop35h 15m

R11 987

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/11

22:00-7:25

Nonstop11h 25m

London Heathrow

Mon 24/11

18:30-7:35

Nonstop11h 05m

R12 022

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/10

19:35-8:50

1 stop14h 15m

London City

Wed 19/11

17:45-10:30

1 stop14h 45m

R12 074

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

9:50-6:40

1 stop22h 50m

London Heathrow

Tue 10/2

8:50-8:20

1 stop21h 30m

R12 162

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to London

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to London from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to London (average of R575). Flying from South Africa to London 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.

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 12 September 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Africa to London in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 6% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, 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 22 September 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to London flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons 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 12 September 2025.

The most flights from ZA0 to LON 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).

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 12 September 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
3 334 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

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
3 334 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 334 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

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
1 730 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 334 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

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
7,4
Good
664 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 334 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

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
861 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 334 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

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
7 361 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 334 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

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, KLM, and RwandAir fly from South Africa to London in about 17h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 16h 45m. The distance from South Africa to London is about 9067 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 Etihad Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R5 392. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Brussels Airlines, 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 Delta(96%), China Eastern(93%) or WestJet(93%), 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 821. On average you can expect to pay R50 299. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow), can usually be booked for R9 387.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to London (average of R575). Flying from South Africa to London 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.

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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 12 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR6 763AverageR12 663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 045AverageR14 207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR8 053AverageR11 883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR8 993AverageR12 313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 279AverageR13 515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR9 323AverageR12 534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 590AverageR11 196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR10 552AverageR12 677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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A.P.G.CheapestR10 568AverageR12 721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 995AverageR14 817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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