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Cheap flights from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R7 435

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 24/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — JNB
Mar 21 — Mar 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in May or February, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Sunday

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Cheapest flights from London to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 February 2026.

Wed 24/619:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Condor
Tue 1/918:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop15h 20m
Condor
Deal found 18/2R9 582
Thu 29/1010:00
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 4/1114:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/2R9 598
Mon 4/520:25
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 15m
Lufthansa
Mon 18/58:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 18/2R9 614
Mon 1/610:10
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 8/614:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop16h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/2R9 630
Tue 14/411:05
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/48:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2R9 630
Mon 23/210:00
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 14/314:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/2R9 662
Fri 15/519:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Condor
Sun 31/518:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop15h 20m
Condor
Deal found 15/2R9 678
Wed 20/519:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Condor
Wed 27/518:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop15h 20m
Condor
Deal found 15/2R9 694
Mon 11/520:25
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 15m
Lufthansa
Mon 18/58:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 17/2R9 694
Tue 24/210:00
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 7/314:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/2R9 710
Sat 28/213:50
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 15m
Lufthansa
Thu 12/310:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Lufthansa
Deal found 15/2R9 710
Fri 11/919:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Condor
Sun 4/1018:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop15h 20m
Condor
Deal found 15/2R9 726

Find flight deals from London to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) 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 19 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 582

One-way from

R7 435

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R11 953

Good round-trip deal

R12 957 or less

Good one-way deal

R16 374 or less
Condor
  • Condor
  • 24/6-1/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 25m total
  • London to Johannesburg
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  • 24/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 25m total
  • London to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 170 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from London 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 19 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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London

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LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 10/5

19:40-7:30

1 stop34h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

18:35-8:55

1 stop15h 20m

R9 662

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Tue 23/6

10:20-7:30

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/7

18:35-14:40

1 stop21h 05m

R9 806

LondonJohannesburg

LTN - JNB

LTNJNB

London Luton

Tue 3/3

7:50-10:50

2 stops25h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

19:10-23:10

2 stops30h 00m

R9 998

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 21/6

19:40-7:30

1 stop34h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/7

18:35-8:55

1 stop15h 20m

R10 142

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Wed 13/5

19:40-8:45

1 stop36h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

18:35-8:55

1 stop15h 20m

R10 142

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 24/5

19:40-7:30

1 stop34h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

18:35-14:40

1 stop21h 05m

R10 142

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Wed 11/3

17:50-22:05

1 stop26h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

23:59-18:25

1 stop20h 26m

R10 447

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Tue 3/3

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

23:59-18:25

1 stop20h 26m

R10 447

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 1/3

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

22:50-6:25

1 stop32h 35m

R10 527

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Mon 9/3

20:30-14:20

1 stop15h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

3:10-6:20

1 stop29h 10m

R10 896

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Best time to book a flight from London to OR Tambo

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 18 February 2026.

The best time to book flights from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 76 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R7 835). Flying from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 392). 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 LON to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 19 February 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from London to OR Tambo. 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 19 February 2026.

The most flights from LON to JNB are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

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

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Share of one-stop return flights from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Kigali (KGL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 18% of one-stop itineraries from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Algiers (ALG) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R9 581.

What’s the fastest stopover option from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 13h 41m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 36m.

How often are flights from London to Johannesburg delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between London and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 119 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Johannesburg flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Johannesburg flights?

Over the past year, Virgin Atlantic have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

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 19 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, such as RwandAir, Virgin Atlantic, andEthiopian Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,7

Crew

8,0

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,7

Crew

8,0

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
678 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,7

Crew

8,0

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
962 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,7

Crew

8,0

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
293 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,7

Crew

8,0

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 752 reviews
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,7

Crew

8,0

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like Condor, KLM, and RwandAir fly from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in about 15h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 19h. The distance between London and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 9067 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at R7 418, Ethiopian Air will fly you from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to Ethiopian Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Lufthansa and Qatar Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R8 941 and R9 214, respectively. Ethiopian Air is currently priced 46% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Ethiopian Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R2 935. Emirates flights start at R6 619 while deals on Lufthansa start at R7 172 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The most popular flight routes from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo, London Gatwick - Johannesburg OR Tambo and London Stansted - Johannesburg OR Tambo.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Scandinavian Airlines (68%), China Eastern (68%) and Delta (68%).

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

    While on average a flight from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally R15 650, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R10 768. When looking at the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R7 867 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights departing from London and landing in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport stopover in Kigali most frequently.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights have a stopover in Addis Ababa least often.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R7 835). Flying from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 392). 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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Fly from London to OR Tambo on these airlines

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Top 10 airlines flying from London to OR Tambo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from London 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 19 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 418AverageR11 701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 941AverageR14 501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 214AverageR20 555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 608AverageR10 900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 915AverageR11 640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR10 173AverageR18 441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapestR10 377AverageR13 162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapestR10 418AverageR12 585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR10 428AverageR14 410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 613AverageR12 517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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