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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R8 686

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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — JNB
Feb 11 — Feb 181
1 adult

The best prices from London Gatwick to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in March or February, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap 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 6 February 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 383

One-way from

R8 686

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R13 801
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 1/5-15/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 35m total
  • London to Johannesburg
1/5
  • 1/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 22h 00m total
  • London to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (R51 672 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R9 820 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

Find flight deals from Gatwick to OR Tambo

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 6 February 2025.

Thu 1/510:10LGW - JNB
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 15/514:30JNB - LGW
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/2R11 383
Wed 26/26:00LGW - JNB
1 stop26h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 5/319:05JNB - LGW
1 stop28h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/2R11 774
Mon 1/1211:10LGW - JNB
1 stop21h 45mKenya Airways
Tue 30/121:15JNB - LGW
1 stop30h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/2R12 444
Mon 10/27:10LGW - JNB
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/219:40JNB - LGW
2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2R12 499
Thu 28/818:40LGW - JNB
1 stop13h 40mSWISS
Tue 30/919:35JNB - LGW
1 stop23h 15mSWISS
Deal found 5/2R14 806
Mon 10/213:35LGW - JNB
1 stop18h 50mEmirates
Mon 17/213:25JNB - LGW
1 stop19h 15mEmirates
Deal found 5/2R14 917

Find flights from Gatwick to OR Tambo within your budget

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 6 February 2025.

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LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 1/5

10:10-3:55

1 stop16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/5

14:30-6:20

1 stop16h 50m

R11 383

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Wed 26/2

6:00-10:50

1 stop26h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/3

19:05-21:30

1 stop28h 25m

R11 774

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Wed 5/3

20:50-3:55

2 stops29h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/3

8:50-6:05

1 stop23h 15m

R12 630

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Wed 26/2

18:45-10:25

1 stop13h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/7

19:35-17:50

1 stop23h 15m

R14 992

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Mon 7/7

11:25-0:15

1 stop35h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/7

17:00-6:50

1 stop14h 50m

R15 234

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Fri 28/2

13:35-10:25

1 stop18h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/3

13:25-6:40

1 stop19h 15m

R15 494

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 1/5

14:50-13:50

3 stops22h 00m

R8 686

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Wed 11/6

18:35-9:20

1 stop13h 45m

R9 003

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 23/2

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

R9 728

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Mon 17/2

16:55-10:55

1 stop16h 00m

R10 174

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to OR Tambo

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Travel insights for flights from Gatwick to OR Tambo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Gatwick to OR Tambo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Gatwick to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 31 January 2025.

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 43 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 LGW to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 February 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 30% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Gatwick to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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 6 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Qatar Airways and SWISS from London to Johannesburg by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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.
  • 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 R11 383. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Turkish Airlines, from R11 774, and SWISS, from R14 992. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 30% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with SWISS, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R9 003. Ethiopian Air flights start at R9 728 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at R10 174 one-way.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 4 airlines flying from Gatwick to OR Tambo

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 391AverageR13 052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 125AverageR14 0