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Cheap flights from South Africa to London from R4 710

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 28/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LON
May 18 — May 251
1 adult

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 13 May 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 282

One-way from

R4 710

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 760

Good round-trip deal

R13 327 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 756 or less
KLM
  • KLM
  • 25/5-9/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 50m total
  • South Africa to London
Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 28/10
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 35m total
  • South Africa to London
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R25 754 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 636 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to London (LON).
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 13 May 2025.

Wed 21/523:15JNB - LHR
1 stop19h 20mKLM
Wed 4/620:55LHR - JNB
1 stop23h 25mKLM
Deal found 12/5R11 263
Tue 20/518:50JNB - LHR
1 stop19h 55mAir France
Tue 18/119:00LHR - JNB
1 stop22h 15mAir France
Deal found 12/5R11 282
Tue 20/519:00JNB - LHR
2 stops23h 05mBrussels Airlines
Sun 25/511:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 30mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 12/5R11 300
Sun 25/514:30JNB - LGW
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Mon 9/610:10LGW - JNB
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/5R11 318
Tue 20/519:00JNB - LHR
2 stops38h 45mAustrian Airlines
Wed 28/519:30LHR - JNB
2 stops36h 05mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 12/5R11 336
Thu 12/69:50JNB - LHR
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 19/66:00LHR - JNB
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5R11 373
Mon 19/59:50JNB - LHR
1 stop33h 55mEtihad Airways
Wed 28/521:45LHR - JNB
1 stop33h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/5R11 391
Tue 20/519:00JNB - LCY
1 stop22h 25mLufthansa
Thu 5/617:00LCY - JNB
1 stop14h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 13/5R11 464
Tue 20/519:00JNB - LHR
1 stop18h 40mLufthansa
Wed 28/519:30LHR - JNB
1 stop36h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 12/5R11 501
Thu 22/523:15JNB - LCY
1 stop20h 15mKLM
Thu 29/520:10LCY - JNB
1 stop24h 10mKLM
Deal found 13/5R11 610
Tue 13/516:50JNB - LHR
1 stop17h 10mRwandAir
Thu 15/521:20LHR - JNB
1 stop16h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 12/5R11 610
Sun 18/517:50JNB - LGW
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/520:25LGW - JNB
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5R11 647

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 13 May 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

Sun 25/5

18:50-10:30

1 stop16h 40m

London Heathrow

Mon 9/6

17:10-21:20

1 stop27h 10m

R11 282

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/5

14:30-6:20

1 stop16h 50m

London Gatwick

Mon 9/6

10:10-3:55

1 stop16h 45m

R11 318

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/7

9:50-7:00

1 stop22h 10m

London Heathrow

Wed 20/8

9:30-8:20

1 stop21h 50m

R11 391

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/6

23:15-17:20

1 stop19h 05m

London City

Sun 15/6

20:45-21:20

1 stop23h 35m

R11 665

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/6

17:50-11:10

2 stops18h 20m

London Gatwick

Wed 18/6

21:05-8:45

3 stops34h 40m

R11 738

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/9

16:50-9:00

1 stop17h 10m

London Heathrow

Tue 30/9

21:20-14:20

1 stop16h 00m

R11 866

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LTN

JNBLTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/6

17:50-14:30

2 stops21h 40m

London Luton

Fri 13/6

19:00-7:50

2 stops35h 50m

R11 884

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/6

23:15-10:45

1 stop36h 30m

London Heathrow

Thu 19/6

6:30-21:25

1 stop13h 55m

R12 085

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/5

19:00-17:05

2 stops23h 05m

London Heathrow

Thu 29/5

11:05-8:35

2 stops20h 30m

R12 121

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/5

14:35-6:20

1 stop16h 45m

London Gatwick

Thu 12/6

10:10-8:20

2 stops21h 10m

R12 140

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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.
Estimated return price
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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 13 May 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Africa to London in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 10% 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 30 June 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. Sunday evenings 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 13 May 2025.

The most flights from ZA0 to LON are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in London by month

Plan your trip to London by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London ranges from 40.0 - 70.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit London when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in London by month

Plan your trip to London by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to London, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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 13 May 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from South Africa to London, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, KLM and Austrian Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

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.
  • 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 R4 710. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Qatar 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?

  • 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 Finnair(85%), Iberia(84%) or British Airways(84%), 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 639. On average you can expect to pay R54 276. The most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - London Heathrow), can usually be booked for R12 286.

  • 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 135AverageR13 070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 159AverageR14 254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR8 425AverageR12 687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 460AverageR14 026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 251AverageR13 643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 380AverageR12 806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 149AverageR15 246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 286AverageR13 068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR10 744AverageR11 193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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RwandAirCheapestR10 928AverageR14 084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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