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Cheap flights from South Africa to London from R4 587

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 1/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LON
Feb 21 — Feb 281
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 22 January 2026.

Thu 12/310:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/39:05
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops22h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R9 468
Wed 22/48:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/46:00
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1R9 485
Wed 20/58:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/611:05
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1R9 517
Tue 24/210:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Lufthansa
Mon 2/313:50
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 15m
Lufthansa
Deal found 20/1R9 534
Sun 25/110:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Lufthansa
Mon 23/213:50
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 15m
Lufthansa
Deal found 21/1R9 550
Sun 8/210:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Lufthansa
Sun 15/220:15
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop32h 50m
Lufthansa
Deal found 20/1R9 566
Wed 1/48:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/46:00
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R9 648
Thu 22/110:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 28/117:10
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1R9 681
Wed 18/39:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 50m
Etihad Airways
Tue 21/414:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/1R9 697
Thu 22/110:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Lufthansa
Wed 28/117:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop14h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 21/1R9 713
Mon 2/29:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop30h 40m
Etihad Airways
Fri 6/28:50
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/1R9 746
Wed 29/48:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/56:00
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1R9 762

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 22 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 468

One-way from

R4 587

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 048

Good round-trip deal

R9 735 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 926 or less
Austrian Airlines
  • Austrian Airlines
  • 12/3-19/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 10m total
  • South Africa to London
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Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 1/2
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 45m total
  • South Africa to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R19 134 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 546 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 22 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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Depart

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Price

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

9:50-14:30

1 stop30h 40m

London Heathrow

Sun 15/3

8:50-8:20

1 stop21h 30m

R9 909

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

9:50-18:45

1 stop33h 55m

London Heathrow

Mon 31/8

21:45-8:20

1 stop33h 35m

R10 154

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

20:15-8:45

1 stop14h 30m

London City

Thu 19/2

17:40-10:30

1 stop14h 50m

R10 285

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

20:15-12:55

1 stop18h 40m

London City

Tue 24/3

19:10-10:30

1 stop13h 20m

R10 383

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

9:50-6:40

1 stop22h 50m

London Heathrow

Fri 27/2

19:20-8:20

1 stop35h 00m

R10 513

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

3:10-6:20

1 stop29h 10m

London Heathrow

Wed 18/3

20:30-14:20

1 stop15h 50m

R10 677

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

19:25-8:20

1 stop13h 55m

London Gatwick

Tue 28/4

18:35-9:20

1 stop13h 45m

R10 774

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

20:15-8:45

1 stop14h 30m

London City

Tue 24/3

19:10-10:30

1 stop13h 20m

R10 856

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

19:10-9:20

1 stop16h 10m

London Gatwick

Thu 19/2

10:20-10:50

1 stop22h 30m

R10 987

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

23:59-17:20

1 stop19h 21m

London City

Wed 25/2

17:50-22:05

1 stop26h 15m

R11 019

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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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Cheapflights Insights

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 530). Flying from South Africa to London in September is currently the most expensive (average of R10 121). 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 22 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 22 January 2026.

The most flights from ZA0 to LON are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 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 188 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 22 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
3 487 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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
3 487 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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
3 487 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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
948 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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
291 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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
7 690 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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 Etihad Airways, SWISS, and RwandAir fly from South Africa to London in about 14h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 16h 10m. 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 351. 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 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(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 973. On average you can expect to pay R48 701. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow), can usually be booked for R8 636.

  • 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 530). Flying from South Africa to London in September is currently the most expensive (average of R10 121). 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 22 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hahn AirCheapestR4 903AverageR11 828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapestR6 583AverageR11 993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR6 608AverageR9 978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR7 854AverageR12 671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR8 085AverageR11 697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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RwandAirCheapestR8 223AverageR11 442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 681AverageR12 342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR8 826AverageR11 796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 095AverageR10 412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR9 872AverageR11 860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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