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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R8 395

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 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — JNB
Jun 28 — Jul 51
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in November or January, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday 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 29 May 2026.

Sun 30/818:25
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 30m
Kenya Airways
Sat 19/917:00
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop24h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 25/5R10 993
Sun 1/1117:25
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop20h 25m
Kenya Airways
Sun 15/1112:05
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop29h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 26/5R11 025
Sun 14/621:00
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 25/614:30
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/5R11 434
Wed 28/1017:25
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop20h 25m
Kenya Airways
Tue 10/115:25
JNB
-
LHR
2 stops37h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 25/5R11 679
Fri 13/1117:25
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop20h 25m
Kenya Airways
Sat 21/1112:05
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop29h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 24/5R11 728
Tue 8/918:25
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 30m
Kenya Airways
Fri 25/91:15
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop16h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 28/5R11 744
Mon 7/918:25
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 30m
Kenya Airways
Thu 17/917:00
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop24h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 29/5R11 760
Tue 8/918:25
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop20h 25m
Kenya Airways
Sat 3/101:15
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop16h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 28/5R11 777
Sun 25/1017:25
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 30m
Kenya Airways
Sun 15/111:35
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop15h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 27/5R11 793
Sun 8/1117:25
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop20h 25m
Kenya Airways
Sat 28/111:35
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop15h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 26/5R11 826
Tue 1/918:25
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop20h 25m
Kenya Airways
Wed 16/917:00
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop24h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 25/5R11 842
Thu 2/718:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 26/718:00
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop16h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/5R11 858

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 29 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 993

One-way from

R8 395

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R13 328

Good round-trip deal

R16 697 or less

Good one-way deal

R14 355 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 30/8-28/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 00m total
  • London to Johannesburg
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  • 15/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 40m total
  • London to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R8 185 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 29 May 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 28/10

21:15-10:25

Nonstop11h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/11

19:35-4:55

Nonstop11h 20m

R13 557

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 28/10

21:15-10:25

Nonstop11h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/11

19:35-4:55

Nonstop11h 20m

R13 590

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 24/11

19:15-8:20

Nonstop11h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

21:40-6:55

Nonstop11h 15m

R14 945

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 28/10

14:15-8:40

1 stop16h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/11

19:35-4:55

Nonstop11h 20m

R15 811

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 12/11

8:35-3:55

1 stop17h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

19:35-4:55

Nonstop11h 20m

R15 942

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Mon 28/9

19:25-15:20

1 stop18h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

19:35-4:55

Nonstop11h 20m

R16 007

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 18/6

21:00-13:25

1 stop15h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

22:50-17:20

1 stop19h 30m

R16 154

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 2/7

8:25-9:00

1 stop23h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/7

21:15-7:30

Nonstop11h 15m

R17 983

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 17/9

15:35-14:20

2 stops21h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/9

16:50-9:00

1 stop17h 10m

R18 571
Fastest return journey

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 18/6

19:00-7:00

Nonstop11h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

21:15-7:30

Nonstop11h 15m

R19 290

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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?

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 49 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R13 100). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 629). 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 29 May 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 29 May 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
7,8
Good
1 526 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 526 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 526 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 526 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
689 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 526 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
8 032 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 526 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 008 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 526 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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?

    British Airways and Virgin Atlantic can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 11h 05m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. London Heathrow Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 9067 km. Most flights are nonstop.

  • 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 Air Algerie. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R8 681 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways, starting at R8 819 and R8 989 round-trip. These flights start at 42% 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?

    R6 192 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Ethiopian Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Lufthansa and Etihad Airways, with prices starting from R7 311 and R7 775, 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: American Airlines (86%), Iberia (86%), British Airways( 86%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay R18 070 for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The cheapest flight overall is R9 965 while the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at R12 822.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R13 100). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 629). 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 29 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air AlgerieCheapestR8 681AverageR9 812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 819AverageR12 191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 989AverageR16 845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 114AverageR14 503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 103AverageR11 863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 281AverageR11 948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR10 294AverageR13 355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR10 371AverageR19 331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR10 703AverageR15 375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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British AirwaysCheapestR11 192AverageR16 629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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