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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa from R7 891

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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — JNB
Jan 18 — Jan 251
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 19 December 2025.

Wed 31/1213:50LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 15mLufthansa
Sun 18/110:10JNB - LHR
1 stop23h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 16/12R10 823
Sat 27/1220:30LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 50mRwandAir
Sun 22/316:50JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 17/12R12 431
Sat 27/1220:30LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 50mRwandAir
Thu 22/116:50JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 17/12R12 582
Wed 24/1216:40LHR - JNB
2 stops21h 35mLufthansa
Sun 28/1210:10JNB - LHR
1 stop23h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 18/12R12 850
Sun 28/1220:30LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 50mRwandAir
Sat 24/116:50JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 17/12R12 900
Wed 24/1216:40LHR - JNB
2 stops21h 35mLufthansa
Sun 18/110:10JNB - LHR
1 stop23h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 18/12R13 319
Wed 31/1211:10LHR - JNB
1 stop17h 55mLufthansa
Thu 22/110:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 18/12R13 537
Mon 29/1217:50LHR - JNB
1 stop26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/119:20JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12R13 604
Wed 24/1213:50LHR - JNB
2 stops23h 45mLufthansa
Mon 19/111:40JNB - LHR
2 stops22h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 18/12R13 638
Wed 24/1220:15LHR - JNB
1 stop14h 50mEthiopian Air
Sun 4/123:00JNB - LHR
1 stop17h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/12R13 654
Tue 30/1217:25LHR - CPT
1 stop26h 40mKenya Airways
Tue 3/27:20CPT - LHR
1 stop34h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 17/12R15 682
Wed 24/1220:15LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 13/115:25CPT - LHR
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/12R15 916

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 19 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 823

One-way from

R7 891

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R19 669

Good round-trip deal

R13 658 or less

Good one-way deal

R16 582 or less
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 10/6-24/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 10m total
  • London to South Africa
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6/3
  • 6/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 40m total
  • London to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R13 770 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R8 061 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 19 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Depart

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Price

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 5/5

15:00-7:10

1 stop15h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

21:45-13:35

1 stop16h 50m

R11 074

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Mon 16/3

18:30-7:35

Nonstop11h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

21:15-7:30

Nonstop11h 15m

R11 158

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 4/2

18:30-7:35

Nonstop11h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

22:00-7:25

Nonstop11h 25m

R11 158

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 12/3

18:30-7:35

Nonstop11h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

21:15-7:30

Nonstop11h 15m

R11 158

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 4/3

21:15-10:25

Nonstop11h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

22:00-7:25

Nonstop11h 25m

R11 175

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 5/5

19:00-7:00

Nonstop11h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

21:15-7:30

Nonstop11h 15m

R11 426

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 6/5

19:00-7:00

Nonstop11h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

21:15-7:30

Nonstop11h 15m

R11 426

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 10/2

21:15-10:25

Nonstop11h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

22:00-7:25

Nonstop11h 25m

R11 443

LondonEast London

LHR - ELS

LHRELS

London Heathrow

Mon 2/2

18:40-19:30

2 stops22h 50m

East London

Mon 9/2

12:35-7:45

2 stops21h 10m

R13 001

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sat 9/5

21:00-13:00

1 stop15h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 23/5

15:25-7:00

1 stop16h 35m

R13 436

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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 860). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa in October is currently the most expensive (average of R10 789). 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 19 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 42% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Heathrow to South Africa. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to South Africa flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 19 December 2025.

The most flights from LHR to ZA0 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 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 122 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 Friday 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 6% 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 19 December 2025.
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
1 428 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7,7
Good
1 428 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 428 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 428 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
675 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 428 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Air France
7,4
Good
1 508 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 428 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 589 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 428 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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 11h 05m. Egyptair provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 158. 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 526. SWISS flights start at R7 881 while deals on Air France start at R7 903 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 - Johannesburg Lanseria.

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

    Consider Scandinavian Airlines (87%), China Eastern (87%) or Delta (87%) 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 R17 008, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R12 264. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl), is priced around R11 376.

  • 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 860). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa in October is currently the most expensive (average of R10 789). 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 19 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR9 497AverageR15 857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 682AverageR11 715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 770AverageR15 307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 233AverageR14 515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 303AverageR13 667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 637AverageR18 418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 653AverageR11 427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapestR10 671AverageR14 751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 766AverageR13 966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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SWISSCheapestR10 994AverageR16 636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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