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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R7 708

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — JNB
Feb 23 — Mar 21
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in May or February, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Sunday

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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 January 2026.

Sun 8/217:35
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Air France
Mon 16/219:20
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 35m
Air France
Deal found 22/1R9 788
Mon 9/319:20
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop35h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sun 15/39:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop30h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/1R9 804
Fri 23/114:45
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops29h 20m
Air France
Mon 26/119:20
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 35m
Air France
Deal found 22/1R9 820
Sun 15/320:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop27h 50m
RwandAir
Tue 24/33:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop29h 10m
RwandAir
Deal found 22/1R9 836
Sun 22/220:25
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop23h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/319:20
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1R9 852
Mon 2/27:40
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Lufthansa
Sun 15/210:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Lufthansa
Deal found 22/1R9 868
Tue 27/117:50
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop26h 15m
KLM
Wed 4/223:59
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop15h 51m
KLM
Deal found 23/1R9 884
Thu 29/16:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop13h 35m
KLM
Sun 8/223:59
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 51m
KLM
Deal found 22/1R9 901
Thu 30/414:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Wed 20/59:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/1R9 917
Sun 25/120:25
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop23h 40m
KLM
Sun 1/223:59
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop18h 06m
KLM
Deal found 22/1R9 933
Sun 8/220:25
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop23h 40m
KLM
Tue 17/223:59
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop18h 06m
KLM
Deal found 22/1R9 949
Thu 29/119:20
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop14h 50m
Air France
Mon 9/223:59
JNB
-
LHR
2 stops18h 36m
Air France
Deal found 22/1R9 965

Find flight deals from Heathrow to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) 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 24 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 788

One-way from

R7 708

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R12 948

Good round-trip deal

R10 896 or less

Good one-way deal

R14 792 or less
Air France
  • Air France
  • 8/2-16/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 10m total
  • London to Johannesburg
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Brussels Airlines
  • Brussels Airlines
  • 5/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 30m total
  • London to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 891 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow 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 24 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Heathrow

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OR Tambo

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Mon 2/2

6:30-22:05

1 stop13h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

23:59-19:15

1 stop21h 16m

R9 949

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 3/2

20:30-14:20

1 stop15h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

3:10-6:20

1 stop29h 10m

R10 884

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sun 1/3

20:30-14:20

1 stop15h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

16:50-6:20

1 stop15h 30m

R10 884

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sun 7/6

19:00-7:00

Nonstop11h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

21:15-7:30

Nonstop11h 15m

R11 078

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 3/2

20:15-13:05

1 stop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

14:30-6:35

1 stop18h 05m

R11 174

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Fri 20/2

20:30-14:20

1 stop15h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

16:50-6:20

1 stop15h 30m

R11 755

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sun 22/2

14:25-10:30

2 stops18h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

20:15-8:05

1 stop13h 50m

R12 158

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 24/3

20:30-2:20

1 stop27h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

16:50-7:00

1 stop15h 10m

R12 174

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 23/4

19:25-15:50

1 stop19h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/5

21:15-7:30

Nonstop11h 15m

R12 271

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 25/2

21:15-10:25

Nonstop11h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

20:30-14:00

1 stop19h 30m

R12 303

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to OR Tambo

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 16 January 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 54 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 Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R9 514). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 593). 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 LHR to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow 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 24 January 2026.

When flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

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 24 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, RwandAir, andVirgin Atlantic from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
678 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 745 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 695 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    KLM, RwandAir, and British Airways can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 11h. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 50m. London Heathrow Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 9067 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 Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Lufthansa. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R8 997 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and Egyptair, starting at R9 272 and R9 319 round-trip. These flights start at 37% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    R7 218 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Lufthansa. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air France and Egyptair, with prices starting from R7 606 and R7 647, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from London Heathrow Airport, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Scandinavian Airlines (65%), China Eastern (65%), Delta( 65%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay R19 034 for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The cheapest flight overall is R10 577 while the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at R8 514.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R9 514). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 593). 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 Heathrow to OR Tambo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow 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 24 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR8 997AverageR14 293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 272AverageR22 279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 319AverageR11 607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 403AverageR12 672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 669AverageR10 983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 848AverageR12 880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 916AverageR13 651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR10 141AverageR13 217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 238AverageR16 680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapestR10 636AverageR12 660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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