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Cheap flights from South Africa to London from R4 966

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 13/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LON
Apr 6 — Apr 131
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 7 March 2026.

Sat 25/79:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sat 5/921:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/3R9 533
Tue 10/323:00
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop32h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 17/310:00
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/3R9 533
Mon 11/58:20
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop23h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 28/510:10
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/3R9 583
Mon 4/514:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop16h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 25/510:10
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3R9 650
Sun 8/39:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop28h 15m
Etihad Airways
Sun 15/38:50
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/3R9 683
Wed 25/38:20
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop23h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 7/410:10
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop33h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/3R9 683
Mon 8/68:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/66:50
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3R9 699
Fri 20/39:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop34h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fri 10/421:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/3R9 716
Wed 25/38:20
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop23h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 9/410:10
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop25h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/3R9 716
Wed 1/49:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 22/421:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/3R9 733
Fri 1/59:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Fri 15/514:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/3R9 749
Wed 10/69:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop30h 15m
Etihad Airways
Fri 26/69:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/3R9 766

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 7 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 533

One-way from

R4 966

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 224

Good round-trip deal

R10 073 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 384 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 25/7-5/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 30m total
  • South Africa to London
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 30m total
  • South Africa to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R17 723 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 456 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 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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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 7 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to London that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

9:50-15:05

1 stop30h 15m

London Heathrow

Mon 25/5

20:45-8:20

1 stop34h 35m

R10 862

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LTN

JNBLTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

9:50-14:00

2 stops29h 10m

London Luton

Wed 8/4

21:50-8:20

2 stops33h 30m

R11 526

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 17/5

13:50-6:20

1 stop17h 30m

London Gatwick

Sun 14/6

10:10-8:20

2 stops45h 10m

R11 825

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

18:00-9:55

1 stop16h 55m

London Gatwick

Wed 24/6

17:35-10:30

1 stop15h 55m

R11 942

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LTN

JNBLTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

14:30-14:35

2 stops25h 05m

London Luton

Wed 24/6

15:15-13:05

2 stops20h 50m

R11 975

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

17:50-22:25

1 stop29h 35m

London Gatwick

Fri 26/6

7:25-10:30

1 stop26h 05m

R12 290

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/5

15:25-7:00

1 stop16h 35m

London Heathrow

Mon 11/5

21:00-14:35

1 stop16h 35m

R12 390

Cape TownLondon

CPT - STN

CPTSTN

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/5

16:35-16:40

1 stop25h 05m

London Stansted

Mon 11/5

10:50-11:50

1 stop24h 00m

R12 440

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LTN

JNBLTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

13:30-22:10

3 stops33h 40m

London Luton

Tue 28/4

13:10-10:30

2 stops20h 20m

R12 573

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

13:30-16:40

2 stops28h 10m

London Stansted

Mon 11/5

10:50-10:30

1 stop22h 40m

R12 623

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to London (average of R7 025). Flying from South Africa to London in September is currently the most expensive (average of R10 297). 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 7 March 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 7 March 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 5% of weekly flights between South Africa and London have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 174 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 4% 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 7 March 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
3 539 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Boarding

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
3 539 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 539 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Boarding

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
680 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 539 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Boarding

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
965 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 539 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Boarding

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
6,7
Okay
295 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 539 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Boarding

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
7 779 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 539 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Boarding

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, Ethiopian Air, and Turkish Airlines fly from South Africa to London in about 16h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 20m. The distance from South Africa to London is about 9028 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 409. However, be on the lookout for offers from Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways, 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 American Airlines(91%), Iberia(91%) or British Airways(91%), 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 197. On average you can expect to pay R47 150. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow), can usually be booked for R8 171.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to London (average of R7 025). Flying from South Africa to London in September is currently the most expensive (average of R10 297). 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 7 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hahn AirCheapestR4 988AverageR12 033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR6 723AverageR10 072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air AlgerieCheapestR7 456AverageR9 046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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RwandAirCheapestR8 366AverageR11 479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR8 595AverageR13 321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR9 110AverageR13 024FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 169AverageR12 785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 254AverageR10 571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 718AverageR12 018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 731AverageR12 116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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