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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to the United Kingdom from R5 246

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 21/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LHR
Dec 10 — Dec 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 10 November 2025.

Thu 20/1121:30JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 27/1119:40LHR - JNB
Nonstop10h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/11R10 544
Fri 5/1222:00JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 30/1219:40LHR - JNB
Nonstop10h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/11R10 579
Mon 8/123:10JNB - LHR
1 stop29h 10mRwandAir
Wed 7/120:30LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 8/11R10 596
Thu 13/1114:30JNB - LHR
1 stop18h 05mEthiopian Air
Fri 28/1120:15LHR - JNB
1 stop14h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/11R10 613
Thu 13/1121:30JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 28/1119:40LHR - JNB
Nonstop10h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 8/11R10 647
Tue 11/1114:30JNB - LHR
1 stop18h 05mEthiopian Air
Fri 28/1120:15LHR - JNB
1 stop14h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/11R10 682
Thu 20/1121:30JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/1120:25LHR - JNB
1 stop23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11R10 699
Fri 28/1116:50JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 30mRwandAir
Fri 2/120:30LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 8/11R10 734
Sun 14/1216:50JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 30mRwandAir
Wed 7/120:30LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 8/11R10 768
Thu 20/1119:45JNB - LCY
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1219:10LCY - JNB
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11R11 043
Thu 27/1119:45JNB - LCY
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 22/219:20LCY - JNB
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11R11 198
Wed 3/1214:30JNB - LGW
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 30/1210:00LGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/11R11 198

Cheap 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 10 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 544

One-way from

R5 246

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 092
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 20/11-27/11
  • Nonstop
  • 22h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to United Kingdom
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 21/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to United Kingdom
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R19 287 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 851 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

3:10-6:20

1 stop29h 10m

London Heathrow

Fri 20/2

20:30-2:20

1 stop27h 50m

R10 768

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/11

3:10-6:20

1 stop29h 10m

London Heathrow

Fri 9/1

20:30-14:20

1 stop15h 50m

R10 802

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

16:50-6:20

1 stop15h 30m

London Heathrow

Thu 8/1

20:30-14:20

1 stop15h 50m

R10 802

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

9:50-12:05

1 stop28h 15m

London Heathrow

Tue 10/2

8:50-8:20

1 stop21h 30m

R10 923

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

19:45-9:20

1 stop15h 35m

London City

Mon 1/12

19:10-10:30

1 stop13h 20m

R11 043

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

23:59-13:50

1 stop15h 51m

London Heathrow

Fri 20/2

6:30-22:05

1 stop13h 35m

R11 078

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

23:59-16:35

1 stop18h 36m

London City

Fri 20/2

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

R11 473

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

23:59-16:35

1 stop18h 36m

London City

Sun 22/2

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

R11 490

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/11

23:59-16:35

1 stop18h 36m

London City

Sun 22/2

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

R11 490

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

14:30-5:40

1 stop17h 10m

London Gatwick

Tue 7/4

10:10-3:55

1 stop16h 45m

R11 525

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to United Kingdom (average of R6 657). Flying from Johannesburg to United Kingdom in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 957). 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 10 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg to United Kingdom is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 22% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to United Kingdom?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to United Kingdom. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to United Kingdom flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 10 November 2025.

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).

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 10 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to the United Kingdom, such as Emirates, SWISS, andVirgin Atlantic. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 405 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 405 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 405 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 781 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 405 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
673 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 405 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 565 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 405 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 510 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 405 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.

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 R11 473, RwandAir can have you in United Kingdom from Johannesburg in 18h 36m. Johannesburg and United Kingdom are separated by a distance of 9056 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 Lufthansa, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R5 573. RwandAir flights start at R5 866 while deals on Qatar Airways start at R6 450 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 Scandinavian Airlines(100%), China Eastern(95%) or Delta(95%), 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 R49 196, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R6 859. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow), you can expect to pay R9 185 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to United Kingdom (average of R6 657). Flying from Johannesburg to United Kingdom in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 957). 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 10 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR6 614AverageR11 489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR7 905AverageR12 357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR8 596AverageR12 263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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RwandAirCheapestR8 664AverageR12 409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 145AverageR13 091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR9 424AverageR13 834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 601AverageR12 684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR10 402AverageR12 497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 839AverageR15 618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 898AverageR13 401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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