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Cheap flights from South Africa to the United Kingdom from R3 666

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 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LHR
Nov 24 — Dec 11
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 25 October 2025.

Mon 17/1122:00JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 1/1219:40LHR - JNB
Nonstop10h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 23/10R10 669
Tue 11/1122:00JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 28/1119:40LHR - JNB
Nonstop10h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 24/10R10 686
Wed 5/1119:45JNB - LHR
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1113:30LHR - JNB
2 stops15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10R10 704
Mon 10/1119:45JNB - LHR
2 stops16h 20mBrussels Airlines
Wed 12/1111:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 25mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 24/10R10 738
Tue 11/1114:30JNB - LHR
1 stop18h 05mEthiopian Air
Fri 28/1120:15LHR - JNB
1 stop14h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/10R10 773
Thu 6/1119:45JNB - LHR
2 stops23h 20mBrussels Airlines
Wed 19/1111:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 25mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 24/10R10 790
Wed 29/1019:45JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 00mLufthansa
Mon 3/1117:30LHR - JNB
1 stop14h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 24/10R10 808
Thu 6/1121:30JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 25/1119:40LHR - JNB
Nonstop11h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 23/10R10 825
Thu 6/1119:35JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 20mBritish Airways
Wed 19/1121:15LHR - JNB
Nonstop11h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/10R10 842
Wed 19/118:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/118:50LGW - CPT
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/10R10 859
Tue 2/1222:00JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/28:40LHR - JNB
1 stop35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10R10 859
Tue 4/1115:25CPT - LHR
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 18/1120:15LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/10R10 877

Cheap 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 25 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 669

One-way from

R3 666

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 450

Good round-trip deal

R8 812 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 079 or less
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 17/11-1/12
  • Nonstop
  • 22h 15m total
  • South Africa to United Kingdom
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Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 11/12
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 45m total
  • South Africa to United Kingdom
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R19 022 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 818 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 25 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to the United Kingdom that are best for you.

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Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Fri 7/11

9:30-22:55

1 stop15h 25m

London Heathrow

Mon 17/11

6:00-22:05

1 stop14h 05m

R10 911

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/11

14:35-6:35

1 stop18h 00m

London Heathrow

Wed 19/11

20:15-14:35

1 stop16h 20m

R10 946

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/11

13:50-6:35

1 stop18h 45m

London Heathrow

Mon 10/11

20:15-14:35

1 stop16h 20m

R10 998

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/11

15:25-6:35

1 stop17h 10m

London Heathrow

Wed 19/11

20:15-13:00

1 stop14h 45m

R11 015

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

9:50-6:40

1 stop22h 50m

London Heathrow

Tue 10/2

8:50-8:20

1 stop21h 30m

R11 032

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Wed 19/11

9:00-21:40

1 stop14h 40m

London Heathrow

Wed 26/11

18:40-10:55

1 stop14h 15m

R11 084

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/11

9:00-21:40

1 stop14h 40m

London Heathrow

Sun 16/11

9:00-22:05

1 stop35h 05m

R11 101

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/12

23:59-13:50

1 stop15h 51m

London Heathrow

Mon 2/2

20:25-22:05

1 stop23h 40m

R11 153

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/12

12:30-22:15

Nonstop11h 45m

London Gatwick

Sat 28/2

20:30-10:00

Nonstop11h 30m

R11 171

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/11

19:35-4:55

Nonstop11h 20m

London Heathrow

Mon 17/11

21:15-10:25

Nonstop11h 10m

R11 171

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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 R6 709). Flying from South Africa to United Kingdom in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 894). 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 25 October 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 9% on flights from South Africa to United Kingdom by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to United Kingdom?

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

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

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 25 October 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, SWISS, andVirgin Atlantic 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 384 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 384 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 384 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 772 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 384 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
670 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 384 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 522 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 384 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 471 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 384 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.

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  • How long is the flight from South Africa to United Kingdom?

    Ethiopian Air, Etihad Airways, and SWISS can get you from South Africa to United Kingdom in just under 14h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 9675 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 R4 012. Users have also found prices from R5 430 and R5 516 on Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, 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.

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    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 R6 709). Flying from South Africa to United Kingdom in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 894). 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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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 25 October 2025.
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SWISSCheapestR6 649AverageR11 926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR7 303AverageR11 656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR7 968AverageR13 763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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RwandAirCheapestR8 710AverageR12 501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR8 800AverageR13 184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 112AverageR14 138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 194AverageR13 631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR9 470AverageR14 601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 624AverageR12 752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR10 457AverageR12 563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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