Cheap flights from South Africa to the United Kingdom from R5 087

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 17/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LHR
Jul 20 — Jul 271
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to United Kingdom

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to United Kingdom
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to United Kingdom. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 June 2026.

Tue 15/123:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop29h 10m
RwandAir
Fri 1/120:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop14h 55m
RwandAir
Deal found 16/6R11 524
Sun 23/817:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop16h 15m
RwandAir
Tue 8/921:10
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 15m
RwandAir
Deal found 16/6R11 557
Wed 23/917:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 35m
RwandAir
Sun 4/1021:20
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
RwandAir
Deal found 16/6R11 574
Tue 30/63:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop29h 10m
RwandAir
Fri 3/721:20
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 05m
RwandAir
Deal found 16/6R11 590
Thu 12/1113:30
JNB
-
LGW
2 stops29h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 24/1110:05
LGW
-
JNB
2 stops21h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/6R11 672
Wed 8/75:30
JNB
-
LHR
2 stops17h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 15/717:50
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops29h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/6R11 689
Mon 21/913:30
JNB
-
STN
2 stops28h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 26/917:45
STN
-
JNB
2 stops38h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/6R11 705
Wed 21/103:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop31h 35m
RwandAir
Sat 21/1120:20
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
RwandAir
Deal found 15/6R11 705
Wed 7/1013:30
JNB
-
LGW
2 stops28h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 14/107:05
LGW
-
JNB
2 stops25h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/6R11 722
Mon 26/103:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop29h 10m
RwandAir
Tue 17/1120:20
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 05m
RwandAir
Deal found 15/6R11 771
Wed 30/93:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop31h 35m
RwandAir
Wed 4/1120:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop27h 50m
RwandAir
Deal found 16/6R11 788
Tue 23/616:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 10m
RwandAir
Wed 1/721:20
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 05m
RwandAir
Deal found 18/6R11 837

Find flight deals from South Africa to United Kingdom

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to United Kingdom flight deals. Data was last updated 20 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 524

One-way from

R5 087

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 796

Good round-trip deal

R11 871 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 607 or less
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 15/12-1/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 05m total
  • South Africa to United Kingdom
17/7
  • 17/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 20m total
  • South Africa to United Kingdom
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R21 872 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 674 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to United Kingdom.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Africa to United Kingdom.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

17:45-9:45

1 stop17h 00m

London Heathrow

Thu 19/11

20:20-13:25

1 stop15h 05m

R12 117

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

13:30-16:40

2 stops28h 10m

London Stansted

Mon 23/11

10:55-9:40

2 stops20h 45m

R12 150

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

13:30-16:40

2 stops28h 10m

London Stansted

Tue 24/11

17:20-9:40

2 stops38h 20m

R12 150

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

13:30-16:50

2 stops28h 20m

London Stansted

Mon 23/11

10:55-9:40

2 stops20h 45m

R12 150

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

18:50-9:55

1 stop17h 05m

London Stansted

Mon 30/11

10:55-9:40

2 stops20h 45m

R12 199

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

13:30-16:40

2 stops28h 10m

London Gatwick

Mon 23/11

10:05-9:40

2 stops21h 35m

R12 282

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/10

13:30-16:40

2 stops28h 10m

London Gatwick

Mon 23/11

10:05-9:40

2 stops21h 35m

R12 282

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

19:20-7:55

1 stop13h 35m

London Heathrow

Mon 17/8

20:05-9:20

1 stop36h 15m

R13 236

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

12:45-5:55

1 stop19h 10m

London Gatwick

Sun 29/11

8:40-3:55

1 stop17h 15m

R13 352

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

19:35-4:55

Nonstop11h 20m

London Heathrow

Sun 29/11

21:15-10:25

Nonstop11h 10m

R13 566

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to United Kingdom

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to the United Kingdom

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to United Kingdom (average of R12 529). Flying from South Africa to United Kingdom in July is currently the most expensive (average of R15 657). 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 ZA to GB?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 20 June 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to United Kingdom

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa 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 20 June 2026.

The most flights from ZA0 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 South Africa to the United Kingdom delayed?

About 6% of weekly flights between South Africa and United Kingdom have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 189 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning 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 South Africa to the United Kingdom flights?

Over the past year, British Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa 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 20 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Virgin Atlantic, andQatar Airways from South Africa to the United Kingdom. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

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

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

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

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

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

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

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

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

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

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

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 South Africa 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 South Africa to United Kingdom?

    RwandAir, Turkish Airlines, and SWISS can get you from South Africa to United Kingdom in just under 13h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 9067 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Norse Atlantic UK. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R3 180. Users have also found prices from R3 254 and R3 524 on Qatar Airways and Emirates, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to United Kingdom?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to United Kingdom (average of R12 529). Flying from South Africa to United Kingdom in July is currently the most expensive (average of R15 657). 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 are the most eco-friendly airlines from South Africa to the United Kingdom?

    Most airlines providing flights to the United Kingdom from South Africa offer eco-friendly flights. However, British Airways, Air France, KLM, SWISS, and Lufthansa offer the most eco-friendly flights. British Airways’ success in sustainable travel has involved offsetting carbon emissions produced by passengers, and the airline has also replaced older fleets with modern fleets with new operational technologies and sustainable aviation fuel. Air France achieves eco-friendly flights by reducing aircraft weight by using lightweight materials, and their fleet also includes modern-generation planes that are more fuel-efficient.

  • How can I fly more sustainably from South Africa to the United Kingdom?

    You can take several measures to ensure sustainable travel to the United Kingdom from South Africa. One way to achieve this is by adhering to the baggage limit provided by your airline before boarding your flight. Heavy baggage increases the weight of the plane, making it burn more fuel hence emitting more carbon. You can also opt for a direct flight to the United Kingdom instead of flights with layovers. Direct flights only have one take-off and landing, making them burn less fuel than flights with more than one take-off and landing. Another way you can ensure your flight is eco-friendly is by booking economy-class seats on your flights. These seats take up less space than first-class seats hence reducing the amount of carbon footprint per passenger. Lastly, instead of using disposable headsets and single-use plastics provided during your flight, you can carry reusable containers and your headphones.

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Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to United Kingdom

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 20 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR6 953AverageR11 094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 139AverageR12 171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR7 212AverageR8 131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 373AverageR13 159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR7 608AverageR15 279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 593AverageR14 281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR8 675AverageR13 712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR8 708AverageR14 027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 824AverageR15 570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR9 837AverageR11 820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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