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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R8 731

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 24/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — JNB
Sep 3 — Sep 101
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to OR Tambo

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Cheapest flights from Gatwick to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 August 2026.

Mon 7/919:40 -
1 stop34h 50m
Wed 23/918:35 -
1 stop21h 10m
Deal found 3/8R9 817
Sat 31/1015:35 -
1 stop14h 40m
Sun 31/119:30 -
1 stop16h 05m
Deal found 4/8R9 850
Thu 3/910:20 -
1 stop21h 25m
Wed 9/918:35 -
1 stop15h 20m
Deal found 1/8R9 866
Tue 22/915:35 -
1 stop14h 55m
Sun 4/1018:35 -
1 stop21h 05m
Deal found 2/8R9 899
Wed 21/1019:40 -
1 stop36h 05m
Wed 28/1019:30 -
1 stop25h 50m
Deal found 3/8R9 915
Wed 26/819:40 -
1 stop36h 05m
Wed 2/918:35 -
1 stop25h 10m
Deal found 1/8R9 932
Sun 30/819:35 -
1 stop34h 55m
Sun 13/918:35 -
1 stop21h 05m
Deal found 2/8R9 948
Wed 23/919:40 -
1 stop36h 05m
Sun 4/1018:35 -
1 stop25h 15m
Deal found 1/8R9 981
Fri 14/819:45 -
1 stop35h 05m
Fri 4/918:35 -
1 stop25h 15m
Deal found 2/8R10 031
Wed 19/819:40 -
1 stop36h 05m
Wed 23/918:35 -
1 stop21h 10m
Deal found 4/8R10 063
Sun 20/919:35 -
1 stop34h 55m
Sun 27/918:35 -
1 stop25h 15m
Deal found 31/7R10 080

Find flight deals from Gatwick to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gatwick (LGW) to OR Tambo (JNB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 4 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 817

One-way from

R8 731

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R15 884
Condor
  • Condor
  • 7/9-23/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 00m total
  • London to Johannesburg
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 24/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 55m total
  • London to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R23 460 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 105 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Gatwick to OR Tambo 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 4 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Wed 21/10

19:40-8:45

1 stop36h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/10

19:30-14:35

1 stop21h 05m

R10 080

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Mon 12/10

10:10-13:25

1 stop26h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/10

14:30-6:25

1 stop16h 55m

R12 497

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 23/8

10:10-3:55

1 stop16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/9

14:30-6:20

1 stop16h 50m

R14 076

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 3/12

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/12

14:30-5:40

1 stop17h 10m

R14 339

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 3/1

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/1

14:30-5:40

1 stop17h 10m

R14 898

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Mon 24/8

14:05-9:40

2 stops42h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

13:30-22:25

2 stops33h 55m

R15 128

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Fri 4/12

20:15-8:15

1 stop34h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/12

19:30-9:35

1 stop16h 05m

R15 457

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Wed 14/10

9:00-4:00

1 stop18h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/10

13:45-5:55

1 stop18h 10m

R15 671

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Fri 29/1

6:30-9:40

2 stops25h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/2

13:30-16:30

2 stops29h 00m

R16 180
Fastest return journey

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Wed 2/12

18:40-10:00

1 stop13h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/12

20:40-8:00

1 stop13h 20m

R17 200

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The price you pay for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 86 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R12 448). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R18 186). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights typically cost between R14 224 and R18 071 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R9 817 on Condor (Sept 7–Sept 23).

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 4 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,SWISS, andEthiopian Air from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 643 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 643 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 643 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
SWISS
7,5
Good
2 025 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 643 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 018 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 643 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick to OR Tambo. 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 London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 26h 15m. Fly via Condor or Ethiopian Air to get the fastest option. The distance between London Gatwick Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 flying from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from R9 892. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are SWISS, from R12 896, and Emirates, from R15 288. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 29% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Gatwick to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Gatwick to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Gatwick to OR Tambo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Gatwick to OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Gatwick to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick to OR Tambo 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 London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R12 448). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R18 186). 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 3 airlines flying from Gatwick to OR Tambo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Gatwick to OR Tambo. 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 4 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 892AverageR12 409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR12 896AverageR19 453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 288AverageR16 881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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