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Cheap flights from London to South Africa from R6 202

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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — JNB
mar. 19 — mar. 261
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 17 febrero 2026.

mié. 9/919:40
LGW
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JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Condor
mar. 6/1018:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop15h 20m
Condor
Deal found 14/2R9 567
lun. 1/610:10
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
lun. 8/614:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop16h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/2R9 583
vie. 29/519:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Condor
vie. 19/618:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop15h 20m
Condor
Deal found 15/2R9 614
vie. 15/519:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Condor
dom. 31/518:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop15h 20m
Condor
Deal found 15/2R9 630
mié. 20/519:40
LGW
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JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Condor
mié. 27/518:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop15h 20m
Condor
Deal found 15/2R9 646
lun. 11/520:25
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 15m
Lufthansa
lun. 18/58:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 17/2R9 646
mar. 24/210:00
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
sáb. 7/314:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/2R9 662
mié. 6/518:40
LHR
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JNB
1 stop13h 40m
Multiple Airlines
mié. 13/58:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/2R9 662
vie. 11/919:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Condor
dom. 4/1018:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop15h 20m
Condor
Deal found 15/2R9 678
mar. 15/919:00
LHR
-
JNB
Nonstop11h 00m
British Airways
mié. 30/919:25
JNB
-
LHR
Nonstop11h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 17/2R9 678
lun. 2/310:00
LGW
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JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
lun. 9/314:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/2R9 694
dom. 20/921:20
LHR
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JNB
Nonstop11h 05m
British Airways
mar. 6/1021:15
JNB
-
LHR
Nonstop11h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 17/2R9 694

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 17 febrero 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 583

One-way from

R6 202

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R11 895

Good round-trip deal

R11 080 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 815 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 1/6-8/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 35m total
  • London to South Africa
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Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 3/3
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 30m total
  • London to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R9 265 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 126 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 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 17 febrero 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to South Africa that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonJohannesburg

LTN - JNB

LTNJNB

London Luton

mar. 3/3

7:50-10:50

2 stops25h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 10/3

19:10-23:10

2 stops30h 00m

R9 949

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

mié. 4/3

17:50-22:05

1 stop26h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 11/3

23:59-20:50

1 stop22h 51m

R9 965

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

mar. 3/3

20:25-22:05

1 stop23h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 18/3

23:59-19:15

1 stop21h 16m

R9 965

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

mar. 3/3

20:25-22:05

1 stop23h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 17/3

23:59-13:50

1 stop15h 51m

R9 981

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

jue. 5/3

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 8/3

14:30-5:40

1 stop17h 10m

R10 045

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

mié. 13/5

19:40-8:45

1 stop36h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 29/5

18:35-8:55

1 stop15h 20m

R10 093

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

dom. 21/6

19:40-7:30

1 stop34h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 10/7

18:35-8:55

1 stop15h 20m

R10 093

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

vie. 26/6

19:40-7:50

1 stop35h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 7/7

18:35-8:55

1 stop15h 20m

R10 093

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

mié. 20/5

19:40-8:45

1 stop36h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 3/6

18:35-14:40

1 stop21h 05m

R10 093

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

mar. 2/6

19:15-21:20

1 stop25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 14/7

23:15-13:50

1 stop15h 35m

R10 284

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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 323). Flying from London to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R8 738). 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 17 febrero 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 17 febrero 2026.

The most flights from LON to ZA0 are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, 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 121 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 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 17 febrero 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London to South Africa, such as KLM, RwandAir, andVirgin Atlantic. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

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
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

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
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

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
678 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

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
962 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

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
7 751 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

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 15h 55m. KLM provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R10 045. The distance from London to South Africa is about 9028 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 (R2 921), Norse Atlantic UK (R3 810), and A.P.G. (R6 502).

  • 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 Gatwick - Johannesburg OR Tambo, as they are the most popular.

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

    Consider Scandinavian Airlines (68%), China Eastern (68%) or Delta (68%) 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 R21 840, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R10 625. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around R7 829.

  • 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 323). Flying from London to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R8 738). 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 17 febrero 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 382AverageR13 566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR8 715AverageR12 955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR8 897AverageR15 716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 168AverageR16 463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 561AverageR10 847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 867AverageR11 583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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A.P.G.CheapestR10 109AverageR11 005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR10 124AverageR20 694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapestR10 293AverageR12 559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR10 332AverageR14 060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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