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Cheap flights from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R8 578

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 3/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — JNB
Aug 7 — Aug 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or September, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday 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 8 July 2026.

Wed 12/819:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Condor
Tue 1/918:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop25h 15m
Condor
Deal found 8/7R9 878
Sat 29/810:20
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop20h 30m
Condor
Wed 2/918:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop25h 10m
Condor
Deal found 6/7R9 943
Wed 26/819:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Condor
Wed 2/918:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop25h 10m
Condor
Deal found 3/7R9 959
Wed 19/819:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Condor
Wed 26/818:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop25h 10m
Condor
Deal found 5/7R9 976
Wed 21/1019:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Condor
Tue 3/1119:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop21h 20m
Condor
Deal found 3/7R10 008
Sun 13/919:35
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop34h 55m
Condor
Wed 23/918:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop21h 10m
Condor
Deal found 7/7R10 024
Fri 18/919:45
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Condor
Tue 13/1018:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop21h 05m
Condor
Deal found 8/7R10 041
Wed 21/1019:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Condor
Tue 27/1019:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop21h 05m
Condor
Deal found 5/7R10 073
Sun 8/1117:25
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 30m
Kenya Airways
Fri 13/111:35
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop15h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/7R10 089
Sat 31/1015:35
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop14h 40m
Condor
Sun 6/1219:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop16h 05m
Condor
Deal found 8/7R10 171
Wed 16/918:25
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop28h 50m
Kenya Airways
Fri 2/1012:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop29h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 8/7R10 463
Thu 3/922:00
STN
-
JNB
2 stops33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 14/99:45
JNB
-
STN
2 stops34h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7R10 674

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 8 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 943

One-way from

R8 578

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 513

Good round-trip deal

R14 322 or less

Good one-way deal

R12 773 or less
Condor
  • Condor
  • 29/8-6/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 45m total
  • London to Johannesburg
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3/8
  • 3/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 10m total
  • London to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 511 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 8 July 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 13/9

19:35-7:30

1 stop34h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

18:35-14:40

1 stop21h 05m

R10 024

LondonJohannesburg

SEN - JNB

SENJNB

London Southend

Sun 6/9

7:25-8:20

2 stops23h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

9:45-13:00

2 stops28h 15m

R11 925

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sat 29/8

10:20-7:50

1 stop20h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

18:35-14:40

1 stop21h 05m

R12 721

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 24/9

7:30-9:40

2 stops25h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/10

13:30-22:25

2 stops33h 55m

R13 176

LondonJohannesburg

LTN - JNB

LTNJNB

London Luton

Wed 9/9

16:30-13:25

2 stops19h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

14:30-11:25

2 stops21h 55m

R13 664

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Wed 2/9

9:15-8:35

1 stop22h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

19:20-8:40

1 stop14h 20m

R13 842

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Sat 31/10

10:55-22:25

1 stop33h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/11

18:50-9:55

1 stop17h 05m

R14 005

LondonJohannesburg

SEN - JNB

SENJNB

London Southend

Sun 6/9

16:55-0:15

2 stops30h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

1:15-19:35

2 stops19h 20m

R14 005

LondonJohannesburg

LTN - JNB

LTNJNB

London Luton

Fri 25/9

19:40-9:10

3 stops36h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/10

14:05-9:30

2 stops20h 25m

R14 102

LondonJohannesburg

LTN - JNB

LTNJNB

London Luton

Thu 27/8

21:40-8:15

2 stops33h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

20:55-16:55

2 stops21h 00m

R14 265

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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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R12 770). Flying from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R19 480). 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 8 July 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 8 July 2026.

The most flights from LON to JNB are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, 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.

Addis Ababa (ADD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 19% 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 158.

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 45m.

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 16m.

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 127 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 Wednesday 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 12% of flights being delayed.

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

The best time to book flights from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 78 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.

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 8 July 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
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,0

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,4

Entertainment

6,8

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
7,8
Good
42 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,0

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,4

Entertainment

6,8

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
692 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,0

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,4

Entertainment

6,8

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
1 010 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,0

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,4

Entertainment

6,8

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
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
8 125 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,0

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,4

Entertainment

6,8

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
8 103 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,9

Crew

8,0

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,4

Entertainment

6,8

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, Turkish Airlines, and Air Algerie fly from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in about 14h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 20h 10m. The distance between London and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 9090 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 R8 635, Air Algerie will fly you from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to Air Algerie, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R8 772 and R8 942, respectively. Air Algerie is currently priced 40% 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 976. Lufthansa flights start at R7 272 while deals on Etihad Airways start at R7 747 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 (78%), China Eastern (78%) and Delta (78%).

  • 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 R33 755, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R8 283. When looking at the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R11 048 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R12 770). Flying from London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R19 480). 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 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 8 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air AlgerieCheapestR8 635AverageR9 760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 772AverageR12 520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 942AverageR15 889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 066AverageR14 885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 050AverageR11 892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 054AverageR11 534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR10 119AverageR14 854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapestR10 150AverageR13 925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR10 316AverageR18 197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR10 330AverageR16 257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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