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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa from R9 018

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 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — JNB
Jun 20 — Jun 271
1 adult

Cheap 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 15 June 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 012

One-way from

R9 018

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R14 092

Good round-trip deal

R14 805 or less

Good one-way deal

R13 255 or less
Austrian Airlines
  • Austrian Airlines
  • 25/6-14/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 63h 55m total
  • London to South Africa
Brussels Airlines
  • Brussels Airlines
  • 10/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 45m total
  • London to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R17 428 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R9 644 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London Heathrow to South Africa.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from London Heathrow to South Africa.

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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 15 June 2025.

Mon 16/620:55LHR - JNB
1 stop34h 25mEtihad Airways
Thu 7/89:50JNB - LHR
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/6R12 012
Mon 18/818:40LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 40mSWISS
Sun 5/1019:35JNB - LHR
2 stops23h 55mSWISS
Deal found 13/6R12 030
Tue 7/106:55LHR - JNB
2 stops24h 40mLufthansa
Sat 11/1019:00JNB - LHR
1 stop13h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 14/6R12 066
Tue 30/1211:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/110:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/6R12 084
Mon 16/622:10LHR - JNB
1 stop32h 00mEgyptair
Wed 25/621:45JNB - LHR
1 stop16h 50mEgyptair
Deal found 13/6R12 245
Fri 19/911:05LHR - JNB
2 stops44h 30mBrussels Airlines
Wed 1/1019:00JNB - LHR
2 stops26h 55mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 14/6R12 263
Thu 26/621:20LHR - JNB
1 stop17h 00mRwandAir
Wed 9/716:50JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 13/6R12 604
Wed 8/106:00LHR - JNB
2 stops25h 35mAustrian Airlines
Sat 11/1019:00JNB - LHR
2 stops27h 40mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 14/6R12 622
Thu 27/1122:30LHR - JNB
Nonstop11h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 8/1219:35JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 14/6R12 676
Tue 2/96:30LHR - JNB
1 stop14h 05mKLM
Tue 30/918:50JNB - LHR
2 stops16h 55mKLM
Deal found 13/6R13 518
Thu 21/821:00LHR - DUR
2 stops21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/918:40DUR - LHR
2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6R13 733
Tue 24/66:30LHR - CPT
1 stop13h 55mKLM
Fri 18/723:15CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 35mKLM
Deal found 14/6R13 787

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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 15 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa that are best for you.

Fly from

Heathrow

Fly to

South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 25/6

6:00-8:35

2 stops25h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/7

19:00-8:20

2 stops38h 20m

R12 012

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Mon 18/8

18:40-9:20

1 stop13h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/10

19:35-18:30

2 stops23h 55m

R12 030

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 2/12

8:45-9:30

2 stops22h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/12

10:10-8:05

1 stop23h 55m

R12 048

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sat 4/10

9:40-7:10

1 stop20h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/10

21:45-13:35

1 stop16h 50m

R12 102

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 25/9

17:30-8:35

1 stop14h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/10

19:35-16:35

2 stops22h 00m

R12 174

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Fri 7/11

9:00-8:20

1 stop21h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/11

10:00-14:30

1 stop30h 30m

R12 209

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Fri 19/9

11:05-8:35

2 stops44h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/9

19:00-21:35

2 stops27h 35m

R12 263

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 26/6

21:20-15:20

1 stop17h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/7

16:50-7:00

1 stop15h 10m

R12 604

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 27/11

22:30-11:30

Nonstop11h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/12

19:35-4:55

Nonstop11h 20m

R12 676

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 26/6

6:30-21:20

1 stop13h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/7

23:15-20:55

1 stop22h 40m

R13 680

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 15 June 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 at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 23% 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 Tuesday afternoons 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 15 June 2025.

The most flights from LHR to ZA0 are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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 15 June 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, KLM and Austrian Airlines from London to South Africa. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

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.
  • 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 Brussels Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R9 018. Lufthansa flights start at R9 072 while deals on SWISS start at R9 466 one-way.

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

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

    Consider China Eastern (98%), Virgin Atlantic (98%) or WestJet (96%) 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 R26 181, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R9 087. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around R10 650.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 15 June 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 310AverageR20 984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 406AverageR12 189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 455AverageR16 804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR10 732AverageR18 940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 950AverageR16 040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR11 137AverageR17 492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 219AverageR17 650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 400AverageR12 920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapestR11 435AverageR17 827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 533AverageR15 952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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