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Cheap flights from London to South Africa from R6 309

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 18/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — JNB
abr. 12 — abr. 191
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 13 marzo 2026.

vie. 12/619:45
LGW
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JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Condor
vie. 19/618:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop15h 25m
Condor
Deal found 10/3R9 822
vie. 1/519:45
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Condor
dom. 10/518:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop21h 05m
Condor
Deal found 10/3R9 839
mié. 13/519:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Condor
dom. 24/518:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop15h 25m
Condor
Deal found 11/3R9 872
mar. 19/515:35
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop14h 55m
Condor
dom. 24/518:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop25h 15m
Condor
Deal found 12/3R9 889
mié. 24/619:40
LGW
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JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Condor
dom. 5/718:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop21h 05m
Condor
Deal found 9/3R9 905
vie. 8/519:45
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Condor
vie. 12/618:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop15h 25m
Condor
Deal found 10/3R9 922
sáb. 2/515:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 10m
Condor
mar. 5/518:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop21h 05m
Condor
Deal found 10/3R9 939
vie. 24/47:15
STN
-
JNB
2 stops22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
sáb. 2/522:25
JNB
-
STN
2 stops24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3R9 939
mié. 26/819:40
LGW
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JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Condor
mié. 9/918:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop21h 10m
Condor
Deal found 12/3R9 955
mié. 7/1019:40
LGW
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JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Condor
mié. 21/1018:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop15h 20m
Condor
Deal found 10/3R9 972
lun. 21/910:20
LGW
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JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Condor
mié. 14/1018:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop21h 10m
Condor
Deal found 9/3R9 989
vie. 24/416:25
LHR
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JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Lufthansa
mié. 6/58:45
JNB
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LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 8/3R10 005

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 13 marzo 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 822

One-way from

R6 309

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R12 885

Good round-trip deal

R12 672 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 261 or less
Condor
  • Condor
  • 12/6-19/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 30m total
  • London to South Africa
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Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 18/4
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 30m total
  • London to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R9 846 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 817 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip 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 13 marzo 2026.
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LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

jue. 4/6

10:10-3:55

1 stop16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 8/6

14:30-6:20

1 stop16h 50m

R10 738

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

vie. 24/4

10:50-10:30

1 stop22h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 16/5

17:50-9:55

1 stop17h 05m

R12 319

LondonJohannesburg

LTN - JNB

LTNJNB

London Luton

sáb. 6/6

8:40-7:50

2 stops22h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 17/6

18:35-18:05

2 stops24h 30m

R12 319

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

vie. 24/4

7:00-10:30

1 stop26h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 16/5

17:50-22:25

1 stop29h 35m

R12 452

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

sáb. 18/4

21:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 29/4

14:30-9:05

1 stop19h 35m

R12 602

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

dom. 26/4

17:35-10:30

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 14/5

17:50-9:55

1 stop17h 05m

R12 935

LondonJohannesburg

LTN - JNB

LTNJNB

London Luton

jue. 9/4

6:45-8:15

2 stops24h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 22/4

9:45-14:25

2 stops29h 40m

R13 052

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

lun. 27/4

14:05-10:30

1 stop19h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 11/5

18:00-9:55

1 stop16h 55m

R13 068

LondonJohannesburg

STN - JNB

STNJNB

London Stansted

jue. 4/6

17:35-10:30

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 8/6

18:00-22:10

1 stop29h 10m

R13 068

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

mié. 13/5

21:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 17/5

22:50-17:20

1 stop19h 30m

R13 252

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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 382). Flying from London to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R9 156). 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 13 marzo 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 13 marzo 2026.

The most flights from LON 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 15% 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 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 13 marzo 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
1 470 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

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
1 470 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 470 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

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
680 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 470 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

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
971 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 470 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

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
7 846 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 470 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

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
7 784 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 470 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

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 05m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R13 385. 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 (R3 050), Norse Atlantic UK (R3 978), and A.P.G. (R6 788).

  • 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 (72%), China Eastern (72%) or Delta (72%) 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 R16 649, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R12 747. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around R8 890.

  • 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 382). Flying from London to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R9 156). 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 13 marzo 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 989AverageR14 130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR9 099AverageR13 335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR9 437AverageR16 413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 573AverageR17 189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 298AverageR11 339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR10 302AverageR12 094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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A.P.G.CheapestR10 555AverageR12 672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR10 570AverageR21 990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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RwandAirCheapestR10 711AverageR13 098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR10 842AverageR14 924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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