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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to the United Kingdom from R5 118

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 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LHR
Apr 22 — Apr 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to United Kingdom

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to United Kingdom
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to United Kingdom. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 March 2026.

Wed 9/99:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Thu 29/1020:55
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/3R10 015
Wed 1/49:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 40m
Etihad Airways
Fri 17/421:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/3R10 049
Wed 15/49:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 15m
Etihad Airways
Mon 11/521:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/3R10 066
Sat 2/59:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 15m
Etihad Airways
Sat 9/514:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/3R10 083
Fri 3/49:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sat 9/514:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/3R10 100
Wed 8/49:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 40m
Etihad Airways
Tue 14/49:15
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/3R10 117
Sat 25/49:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop34h 00m
Etihad Airways
Wed 29/421:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/3R10 134
Wed 1/49:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 40m
Etihad Airways
Wed 8/421:10
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop34h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/3R10 151
Fri 26/69:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop33h 55m
Etihad Airways
Thu 2/714:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/3R10 168
Fri 24/49:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop34h 00m
Etihad Airways
Thu 30/420:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/3R10 185
Fri 3/49:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 40m
Etihad Airways
Mon 6/421:10
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop34h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/3R10 202
Fri 3/49:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sat 25/49:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/3R10 219

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to United Kingdom

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to United Kingdom flight deals. Data was last updated 23 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 015

One-way from

R5 118

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 633
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 9/9-29/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to United Kingdom
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 3/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to United Kingdom
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R18 300 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 546 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

14:30-6:25

1 stop16h 55m

London Gatwick

Sun 31/5

10:10-13:05

1 stop25h 55m

R11 834

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

22:50-6:25

1 stop32h 35m

London Gatwick

Sun 10/5

10:10-13:05

1 stop25h 55m

R12 038

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

18:00-22:10

1 stop29h 10m

London Stansted

Wed 24/6

17:45-10:30

1 stop15h 45m

R12 208

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

8:20-6:20

1 stop23h 00m

London Gatwick

Sun 10/5

10:10-13:05

1 stop25h 55m

R12 242

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LTN

JNBLTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/5

9:45-11:00

2 stops26h 15m

London Luton

Sat 9/5

5:40-8:15

2 stops25h 35m

R12 395

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

18:00-9:55

1 stop16h 55m

London Gatwick

Wed 24/6

7:05-10:30

1 stop26h 25m

R12 803

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

18:00-16:40

1 stop23h 40m

London Stansted

Fri 12/6

10:50-10:30

1 stop22h 40m

R12 939

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

14:45-6:25

1 stop16h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 3/6

14:50-16:10

1 stop24h 20m

R13 007

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

23:15-17:20

1 stop19h 05m

London City

Sun 7/6

20:45-21:20

1 stop23h 35m

R13 398
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

21:15-7:30

Nonstop11h 15m

London Heathrow

Sat 9/5

21:20-9:25

Nonstop11h 05m

R13 483

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to United Kingdom

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to United Kingdom from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to the United Kingdom

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to United Kingdom?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to United Kingdom (average of R7 277). Flying from Johannesburg to United Kingdom in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 848). 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 JNB to GB?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to United Kingdom. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 March 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg to United Kingdom as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to United Kingdom

Explore weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to United Kingdom. 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 23 March 2026.

The most flights from ZA1 to GB0 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 Johannesburg to the United Kingdom delayed?

About 5% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and United Kingdom have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 202 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to the United Kingdom flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to the United Kingdom flights?

Over the past year, British Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 4% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing United Kingdom

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to United Kingdom. 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 United Kingdom. Reviews last updated 23 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to the United Kingdom, such as Emirates,RwandAir, andVirgin Atlantic. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
685 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 429 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 811 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to United Kingdom. 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 Johannesburg to United Kingdom?

    For as low as R13 007, Ethiopian Air can have you in United Kingdom from Johannesburg in 16h 40m. Johannesburg and United Kingdom are separated by a distance of 9598 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to United Kingdom one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R3 404. Ethiopian Air flights start at R3 666 while deals on Etihad Airways start at R4 294 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg to United Kingdom?

    The most popular flight routes from Johannesburg to United Kingdom are Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow, Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Gatwick and Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Stansted.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to United Kingdom?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Johannesburg to United Kingdom consider choosing American Airlines(91%), Iberia(91%) or British Airways(91%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to United Kingdom?

    While on average a flight from Johannesburg to United Kingdom is generally R52 116, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R7 637. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow), you can expect to pay R8 706 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to United Kingdom that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to United Kingdom flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to United Kingdom?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to United Kingdom.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to United Kingdom?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to United Kingdom 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 Johannesburg to United Kingdom?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to United Kingdom (average of R7 277). Flying from Johannesburg to United Kingdom in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 848). 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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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to United Kingdom. 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 23 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 373AverageR12 497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR7 587AverageR9 188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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RwandAirCheapestR8 565AverageR11 756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR8 871AverageR13 682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR9 128AverageR13 026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 387AverageR12 871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 871AverageR12 217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR10 054AverageR13 855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 147AverageR15 155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 772AverageR13 090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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