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Cheap flights from South Africa to London from R3 447

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 18/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LON
Dec 12 — Dec 191
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 512

One-way from

R3 447

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 055

Good round-trip deal

R8 687 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 045 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 14/1-29/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 15m total
  • South Africa to London
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Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 18/12
  • 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 182 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 836 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 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 November 2025.

Mon 17/1122:00JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 1/1219:40LHR - JNB
Nonstop10h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/11R10 512
Tue 25/1122:00JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 2/1219:40LHR - JNB
Nonstop10h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/11R10 563
Mon 22/123:10JNB - LHR
1 stop29h 10mRwandAir
Thu 8/120:30LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 10/11R10 580
Thu 13/1114:30JNB - LHR
1 stop18h 05mEthiopian Air
Fri 28/1120:15LHR - JNB
1 stop14h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/11R10 597
Mon 17/119:30CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/116:00LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11R10 649
Tue 25/1122:00JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1217:35LHR - JNB
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11R10 649
Mon 17/119:30CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1118:40LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11R10 666
Thu 20/1121:30JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/1120:25LHR - JNB
1 stop23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11R10 666
Tue 2/1222:00JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 7/1216:35LHR - JNB
Nonstop11h 10mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/11R10 683
Sun 21/1210:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Wed 20/518:30LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 11/11R10 700
Tue 11/1114:30JNB - LHR
1 stop18h 05mEthiopian Air
Fri 28/1120:15LHR - JNB
1 stop14h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/11R10 735
Mon 17/1122:00JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/126:30LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11R10 752

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

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South Africa

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London

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Depart

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Price

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

19:45-21:20

2 stops27h 35m

London Heathrow

Mon 2/2

11:05-9:30

2 stops20h 25m

R10 580

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

3:10-6:20

1 stop29h 10m

London Heathrow

Sat 28/2

20:30-14:20

1 stop15h 50m

R10 769

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

20:15-8:40

1 stop14h 25m

London City

Mon 2/2

17:50-10:30

1 stop14h 40m

R10 838

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

9:50-6:40

1 stop22h 50m

London Heathrow

Fri 30/1

19:20-8:20

1 stop35h 00m

R10 855

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

9:50-18:10

1 stop34h 20m

London Heathrow

Tue 10/2

8:50-8:20

1 stop21h 30m

R10 889

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/12

19:45-7:45

1 stop14h 00m

London Heathrow

Wed 20/5

18:40-9:20

1 stop13h 40m

R10 992

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

14:30-5:40

1 stop17h 10m

London Gatwick

Thu 19/2

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

R11 232

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

16:50-6:20

1 stop15h 30m

London Heathrow

Fri 27/2

20:30-2:20

1 stop27h 50m

R11 249

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/12

16:50-6:20

1 stop15h 30m

London Heathrow

Wed 31/12

20:30-14:20

1 stop15h 50m

R11 249

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

23:59-16:35

1 stop18h 36m

London City

Tue 27/1

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

R11 438

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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 636). Flying from South Africa to London in September is currently the most expensive (average of R10 700). 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 November 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 12 November 2025.

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).

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 November 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
3 407 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

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
3 407 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 407 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

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
1 784 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 407 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

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
673 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 407 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

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
894 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 407 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

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
7 513 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 407 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

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 Brussels Airlines, RwandAir, 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 14h 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 515. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Lufthansa, 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 R6 837. On average you can expect to pay R49 045. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow), can usually be booked for R9 157.

  • 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 636). Flying from South Africa to London in September is currently the most expensive (average of R10 700). 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

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SWISSCheapestR6 647AverageR12 426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR7 242AverageR11 542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR7 909AverageR13 377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR8 569AverageR12 516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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RwandAirCheapestR8 638AverageR12 371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 117AverageR13 124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR9 395AverageR12 151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 572AverageR11 005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR10 370AverageR12 458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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A.P.G.CheapestR10 386AverageR11 468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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