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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to the United Kingdom from R5 079

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LHR
Jun 21 — Jun 281
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 22 May 2026.

Thu 18/69:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop30h 15m
Etihad Airways
Tue 23/614:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/5R10 256
Wed 16/99:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop33h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 9/1014:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/5R10 289
Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 24/69:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/5R10 305
Mon 7/99:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop30h 15m
Etihad Airways
Mon 28/921:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/5R10 503
Wed 17/69:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 24/614:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/5R10 536
Sat 20/69:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 24/69:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/5R10 553
Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mon 22/621:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/5R10 602
Wed 17/613:30
JNB
-
LGW
2 stops28h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 24/610:50
LGW
-
JNB
2 stops21h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/5R10 668
Wed 3/613:30
JNB
-
STN
3 stops35h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/621:20
STN
-
JNB
3 stops35h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5R10 718
Thu 16/79:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 24/821:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/5R10 718
Wed 25/119:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop28h 15m
Etihad Airways
Wed 3/213:55
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/5R10 833
Thu 18/613:30
JNB
-
STN
2 stops28h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 23/617:35
STN
-
JNB
2 stops39h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/5R11 064

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 22 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 256

One-way from

R5 079

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 548
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 18/6-23/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to United Kingdom
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to United Kingdom
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R19 128 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 390 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to United Kingdom 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 22 May 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

13:30-22:10

2 stops33h 40m

London Stansted

Tue 29/9

6:55-9:40

2 stops25h 45m

R12 004

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LTN

JNBLTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

13:30-21:05

3 stops32h 35m

London Luton

Wed 17/6

21:50-9:40

3 stops34h 50m

R12 136

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

13:30-22:25

2 stops33h 55m

London Gatwick

Wed 23/9

10:50-9:40

2 stops21h 50m

R12 136

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/9

13:30-9:55

2 stops45h 25m

London Stansted

Wed 23/9

6:55-9:40

2 stops25h 45m

R12 317

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

13:30-9:50

2 stops45h 20m

London Heathrow

Wed 4/11

16:35-9:40

2 stops39h 05m

R12 614

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

9:50-7:00

1 stop22h 10m

London Heathrow

Fri 28/8

14:45-8:20

1 stop16h 35m

R12 680

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

12:40-6:25

1 stop18h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 16/9

15:10-15:20

1 stop23h 10m

R12 729

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

9:50-7:00

1 stop22h 10m

London Heathrow

Wed 8/7

9:30-8:20

1 stop21h 50m

R12 729

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

14:30-7:00

1 stop17h 30m

London Heathrow

Mon 22/6

21:00-13:25

1 stop15h 25m

R12 828

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB - EDI

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

20:55-13:40

1 stop17h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 30/6

15:10-4:00

1 stop35h 50m

R12 861

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to United Kingdom

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to United Kingdom (average of R12 136). Flying from Johannesburg to United Kingdom in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 972). 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 22 May 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 22 May 2026.

The most flights from ZA1 to GB0 are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 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 200 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to United Kingdom?

Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg to United Kingdom. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 22 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to the United Kingdom, such as Emirates,Virgin Atlantic, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
689 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 442 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 995 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

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 R12 729, Turkish Airlines can have you in United Kingdom from Johannesburg in 18h 45m. 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 259. Emirates flights start at R3 530 while deals on Ethiopian Air start at R3 555 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 City.

  • 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 Scandinavian Airlines(83%), China Eastern(83%) or Delta(83%), 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 R50 768, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R7 887. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow), you can expect to pay R10 866 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to United Kingdom (average of R12 136). Flying from Johannesburg to United Kingdom in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 972). 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 Johannesburg to United Kingdom

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 22 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 150AverageR12 099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR7 223AverageR8 144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 601AverageR13 551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 287AverageR12 990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR9 347AverageR13 901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapestR9 417AverageR13 542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 573AverageR11 971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 840AverageR14 575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR9 872AverageR11 921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 446AverageR12 708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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