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Cheap flights from London to South Africa from R6 682

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 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — JNB
Feb 27 — Mar 61
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 28 January 2026.

Mon 5/1019:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop34h 50m
Condor
Tue 20/1018:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop15h 20m
Condor
Deal found 27/1R9 639
Wed 4/213:50
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 15m
Lufthansa
Tue 17/210:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Lufthansa
Deal found 26/1R9 639
Mon 4/520:25
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 15m
Lufthansa
Wed 20/58:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 26/1R9 655
Sun 15/210:00
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 16/314:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/1R9 671
Thu 19/28:50
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 4/39:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/1R9 671
Thu 29/110:00
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 18/214:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/1R9 687
Wed 22/411:05
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/58:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1R9 703
Mon 4/515:35
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop14h 55m
Condor
Wed 20/518:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop21h 05m
Condor
Deal found 26/1R9 719
Thu 5/220:15
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop14h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 22/223:00
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/1R9 719
Sat 2/515:35
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 15m
Condor
Wed 13/518:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop21h 05m
Condor
Deal found 27/1R9 735
Sat 28/213:55
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Mon 16/39:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop30h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/1R9 735
Mon 2/210:00
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 2/314:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/1R9 751

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 28 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 639

One-way from

R6 682

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R12 421

Good round-trip deal

R10 662 or less

Good one-way deal

R8 482 or less
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 9/2-17/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 05m total
  • London to South Africa
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3/6
  • 3/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 10m total
  • London to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R10 090 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 031 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 28 January 2026.
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LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 7/5

10:20-8:45

1 stop21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

18:35-8:55

1 stop15h 20m

R9 783

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sat 2/5

15:35-7:50

1 stop15h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

18:35-8:55

1 stop15h 20m

R9 783

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 10/2

6:30-22:05

1 stop13h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

23:59-13:50

1 stop15h 51m

R9 863

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Tue 10/2

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

14:30-5:40

1 stop17h 10m

R10 087

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Fri 1/5

19:40-7:50

1 stop35h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

18:35-8:55

1 stop15h 20m

R10 119

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Wed 6/5

19:40-8:45

1 stop36h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

18:35-14:40

1 stop21h 05m

R10 119

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 3/5

19:40-7:30

1 stop34h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

18:35-14:40

1 stop21h 05m

R10 119

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Thu 19/2

17:50-22:05

1 stop26h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

23:59-16:35

1 stop18h 36m

R10 518

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Thu 26/2

17:50-22:05

1 stop26h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

23:59-18:25

1 stop20h 26m

R10 598

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 6/5

21:45-8:20

1 stop33h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

9:50-7:00

1 stop22h 10m

R10 630

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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 343). Flying from London to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R9 272). 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 28 January 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 28 January 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 14% of weekly flights between London and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 120 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 28 January 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
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

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

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

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

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

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

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
952 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

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
7 704 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

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 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 13h 35m. Condor provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R9 863. The distance from London to South Africa is about 9067 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 928), Norse Atlantic UK (R3 820), and A.P.G. (R6 518).

  • 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 - Cape Town Intl, London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo or London Stansted - Cape Town Intl, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London 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 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 R18 947, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R10 486. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl), is priced around R10 694.

  • 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 343). Flying from London to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R9 272). 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 28 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR6 436AverageR14 226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 401AverageR13 602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR8 737AverageR12 566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR8 920AverageR16 399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 192AverageR17 232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 585AverageR10 875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 691AverageR11 597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR9 831AverageR13 515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 924AverageR13 957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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A.P.G.CheapestR10 135AverageR11 800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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