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Cheap flights from London to South Africa from R6 993

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 25/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — JNB
May 14 — May 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from London to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 April 2026.

Fri 19/615:00
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
Air Algerie
Sat 11/720:40
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 50m
Air Algerie
Deal found 14/4R9 418
Fri 5/619:45
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Condor
Fri 19/618:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop25h 15m
Condor
Deal found 13/4R9 500
Tue 5/515:00
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
Air Algerie
Mon 11/520:40
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 50m
Air Algerie
Deal found 14/4R9 500
Tue 28/415:00
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
Air Algerie
Sat 16/520:40
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 50m
Air Algerie
Deal found 13/4R9 533
Fri 8/515:00
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
Air Algerie
Mon 18/520:40
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 50m
Air Algerie
Deal found 13/4R9 550
Fri 29/519:45
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Condor
Tue 9/618:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop25h 15m
Condor
Deal found 13/4R9 566
Sun 31/515:00
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
Air Algerie
Sat 13/620:40
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 50m
Air Algerie
Deal found 14/4R9 566
Fri 8/519:45
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Condor
Wed 20/518:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop25h 10m
Condor
Deal found 12/4R9 583
Fri 1/515:00
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop17h 30m
Air Algerie
Mon 11/520:40
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 50m
Air Algerie
Deal found 12/4R9 583
Fri 1/519:45
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Condor
Tue 12/518:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop15h 25m
Condor
Deal found 13/4R9 599
Sun 14/615:00
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Air Algerie
Sat 20/620:40
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 50m
Air Algerie
Deal found 13/4R9 599
Sun 10/519:35
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop34h 55m
Condor
Tue 19/518:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop15h 25m
Condor
Deal found 12/4R9 616

Find flight deals from London to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for London to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 14 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 418

One-way from

R6 993

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R13 640

Good round-trip deal

R14 202 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 177 or less
Condor
  • Condor
  • 6/10-17/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 15m total
  • London to South Africa
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Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 25/4
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 30m total
  • London to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R10 416 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 941 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London (LON) to South Africa.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from London (LON) to South Africa.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from London 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 14 April 2026.
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LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Mon 25/5

10:20-7:30

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

18:35-14:40

1 stop21h 05m

R9 896

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Wed 23/9

9:40-22:10

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/10

0:10-10:55

Nonstop11h 45m

R13 047

LondonJohannesburg

LTN - JNB

LTNJNB

London Luton

Wed 3/6

6:15-4:00

2 stops20h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

12:40-23:25

2 stops35h 45m

R13 146

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Tue 26/5

20:15-21:20

1 stop24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/7

23:15-17:20

1 stop19h 05m

R14 333

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Wed 9/9

17:45-10:30

1 stop15h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/12

19:05-16:20

1 stop23h 15m

R14 333

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

Sat 5/9

17:45-10:30

1 stop15h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

19:10-9:50

1 stop16h 40m

R14 531

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Fri 4/9

17:25-9:50

1 stop15h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

19:55-9:00

1 stop15h 05m

R14 729

LondonJohannesburg

LTN - JNB

LTNJNB

London Luton

Fri 29/5

15:15-16:15

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

22:20-20:00

2 stops22h 40m

R14 745

LondonJohannesburg

LTN - JNB

LTNJNB

London Luton

Tue 7/7

18:40-8:20

3 stops36h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/7

12:40-21:40

2 stops34h 00m

R14 861

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Thu 7/5

9:00-21:30

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

23:30-10:15

Nonstop11h 45m

R14 894

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Best time to book a flight from London to South Africa

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to South Africa (average of R1 369). Flying from London to South Africa in February is currently the most expensive (average of R9 434). 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 ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 14 April 2026.

When flying from London to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from London to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from London 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 14 April 2026.

The most flights from LON to ZA0 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 often are flights from London to South Africa delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between London and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 124 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon 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 14 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London to South Africa, such as KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andEthiopian Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
687 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 001 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 927 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 885 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London 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 to South Africa?

    A quick flight from London to South Africa can take about 11h 30m. Condor provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R13 047. The distance from London to South Africa is about 9637 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from London to South Africa are Ethiopian Air (R3 021), Norse Atlantic UK (R4 203), and A.P.G. (R6 638).

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

    When deciding which route to take from London to South Africa, consider London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo, London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl or London Stansted - Johannesburg OR Tambo, as they are the most popular.

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

    Consider American Airlines (84%), Iberia (84%) or British Airways (84%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from London to South Africa.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from London to South Africa? While on average our users pay R17 221, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R12 749. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around R9 302.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to South Africa (average of R1 369). Flying from London to South Africa in February is currently the most expensive (average of R9 434). 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 South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from London 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 14 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air AlgerieCheapestR8 766AverageR10 702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 879AverageR16 565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 905AverageR14 351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR9 015AverageR13 212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR9 203AverageR17 527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 999AverageR11 709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 203AverageR11 366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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A.P.G.CheapestR10 457AverageR12 280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR10 472AverageR22 109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapestR10 518AverageR13 111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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