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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa from R7 079

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 20/2. 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

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

Tue 3/220:15
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop32h 50m
Lufthansa
Tue 17/210:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Lufthansa
Deal found 24/1R9 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
Wed 4/320:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 50m
RwandAir
Tue 17/33:10
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
Sat 24/119:20
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 45m
Air France
Sun 1/219:20
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 10m
Air France
Deal found 24/1R9 901
Mon 9/28:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop20h 20m
Lufthansa
Thu 12/210:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Lufthansa
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 South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Heathrow to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 24 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 788

One-way from

R7 079

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R12 529

Good round-trip deal

R10 896 or less

Good one-way deal

R14 792 or less
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 3/2-17/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 35m total
  • London to South Africa
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 20/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 35m total
  • London to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R10 254 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 160 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 South Africa 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.
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LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 25/2

20:55-8:20

1 stop33h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

9:50-14:30

1 stop30h 40m

R10 288

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Mon 23/2

20:55-8:20

1 stop33h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

9:50-14:30

1 stop30h 40m

R10 288

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sun 15/3

6:30-22:05

1 stop13h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

23:15-20:55

1 stop22h 40m

R10 545

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Fri 20/2

20:55-8:20

1 stop33h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

9:50-14:30

1 stop30h 40m

R10 707

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 17/2

13:55-8:20

1 stop16h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

9:50-6:40

1 stop22h 50m

R10 707

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sun 22/2

6:30-22:05

1 stop13h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

19:20-8:00

1 stop14h 40m

R10 723

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 25/2

20:55-8:20

1 stop33h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/3

9:50-6:40

1 stop22h 50m

R10 723

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

Fri 20/2

20:55-8:20

1 stop33h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/3

9:50-6:40

1 stop22h 50m

R11 158

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa (average of R1 774). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa in October is currently the most expensive (average of R10 416). 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 ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to South Africa. 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.

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

Weekly flight availability from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from Heathrow to South Africa. 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 24 January 2026.

The most flights from LHR to ZA0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (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 often are flights from London to South Africa delayed?

About 14% of weekly flights between London and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 118 minutes.

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

Over the past year, Virgin Atlantic have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 24 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, RwandAir, andVirgin Atlantic from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa. 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

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

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

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

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

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

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

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

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

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

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

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

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 South Africa. 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 South Africa?

    A quick flight from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa can take about 13h 35m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R10 545. The distance from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa is about 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 to fly from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Lufthansa, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R7 218. SWISS flights start at R7 256 while deals on Air France start at R7 606 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa?

    The most popular flight routes from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa are London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl, London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo and London Heathrow - Sun City Resort Pilansberg.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa?

    Consider Scandinavian Airlines (65%), China Eastern (65%) or Delta (65%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa? While on average our users pay R19 034, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R10 577. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl), is priced around R10 288.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to South Africa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Heathrow to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow to South Africa 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 South Africa?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa (average of R1 774). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa in October is currently the most expensive (average of R10 416). 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 South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow to South Africa. 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 997AverageR16 542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 272AverageR17 966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 403AverageR14 720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 669AverageR10 970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 776AverageR11 698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR9 917AverageR13 633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR10 010AverageR14 078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 238AverageR18 452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 553AverageR13 411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 599AverageR14 122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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