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

Etihad Airways, SWISS, and KLM can get you from South Africa to United Kingdom in just under 13h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h. 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 Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R5 379. Users have also found prices from R5 692 and R5 969 on Lufthansa and SWISS, respectively.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in United Kingdom ranges from 40.0 - 70.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit United Kingdom when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to United Kingdom, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 29 days in advance to save up to 9% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 29 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from South Africa to United Kingdom 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as R13 483, or R14 090 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in August. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to United Kingdom. Flights to United Kingdom from South Africa in February are about R12 881 on average during February, but can be found for as low as R6 715.

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 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.

R5 362+ Flights from South Africa to the United Kingdom

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to United Kingdom

Round-trip from	R11 036
One-way from	R5 362
Popular in	August
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R12 928
Good round-trip deal	R10 926 or less
Good one-way deal	R3 857 or less

Lufthansa
27/11-8/12
3 total stops
30h 20m total
South Africa to United Kingdom

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Etihad Airways
8/10
1 total stop
30h 25m total
South Africa to United Kingdom

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R20 366 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 799 potential savings vs. average return price).

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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 16 September 2025.

Thu 27/1110:10JNB - LHR

1 stop14h 45mLufthansa

Mon 8/1213:30LHR - JNB

2 stops15h 35mLufthansa

Deal found 15/9R11 036

Thu 18/99:50JNB - LHR

1 stop27h 55mEtihad Airways

Fri 31/1013:55LHR - JNB

1 stop16h 25mEtihad Airways

Deal found 16/9R11 054

Thu 20/119:50JNB - LHR

1 stop22h 50mEtihad Airways

Mon 1/1213:55LHR - JNB

1 stop16h 25mEtihad Airways

Deal found 16/9R11 088

Thu 6/117:15JNB - LGW

1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines

Tue 11/1117:15LGW - JNB

1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9R11 106

Sun 9/113:10JNB - LHR

1 stop29h 10mRwandAir

Wed 12/1120:30LHR - JNB

1 stop15h 50mRwandAir

Deal found 16/9R11 140

Fri 10/109:50JNB - LHR

1 stop33h 55mEtihad Airways

Fri 31/1013:55LHR - JNB

1 stop16h 25mEtihad Airways

Deal found 14/9R11 192

Tue 4/1120:15JNB - LCY

1 stop14h 30mSWISS

Thu 13/1117:45LCY - JNB

1 stop14h 45mSWISS

Deal found 15/9R11 210

Wed 29/1022:00JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 20mMultiple Airlines

Wed 5/116:30LHR - JNB

1 stop13h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9R11 210

Wed 19/1120:15JNB - LHR

1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines

Mon 1/1217:30LHR - JNB

1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9R11 227

Mon 22/919:35JNB - LCY

1 stop17h 55mSWISS

Tue 4/1119:10LCY - JNB

1 stop13h 20mSWISS

Deal found 15/9R11 244

Sat 22/119:50JNB - LHR

1 stop22h 50mEtihad Airways

Sun 30/1120:55LHR - JNB

1 stop33h 25mEtihad Airways

Deal found 14/9R11 279

Mon 10/119:50JNB - LHR

1 stop22h 50mEtihad Airways

Sun 30/1120:55LHR - JNB

1 stop33h 25mEtihad Airways

Deal found 14/9R11 297

Best flights from South Africa to United Kingdom
Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to United Kingdom that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Thu 6/117:15JNB - LGW

1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines

Mon 10/1120:30LGW - JNB

1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9R11 106

Fri 6/29:50JNB - LHR

1 stop22h 50mEtihad Airways

Tue 10/28:50LHR - JNB

1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways

Deal found 15/9R11 123

Thu 20/1120:15JNB - LHR

1 stop13h 50mSWISS

Wed 3/1214:25LHR - JNB

2 stops18h 05mSWISS

Deal found 14/9R11 227

Tue 4/1123:59JNB - LCY

1 stop19h 21mKLM

Fri 14/1120:05LCY - JNB

1 stop24h 00mKLM

Deal found 15/9R11 366

Sun 12/1016:50JNB - LHR

1 stop17h 10mRwandAir

Mon 27/1020:30LHR - JNB

1 stop15h 50mRwandAir

Deal found 14/9R11 782

Tue 11/1119:35JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 20mBritish Airways

Fri 14/1121:15LHR - JNB

Nonstop11h 10mBritish Airways

Deal found 15/9R12 129

Wed 15/1017:55JNB - LGW

1 stop23h 20mTurkish Airlines

Sun 15/210:05LGW - JNB

1 stop22h 45mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 14/9R12 407

Sun 12/1014:30JNB - LGW

1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air

Sun 26/1010:00LGW - JNB

1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 14/9R12 424

Sun 15/212:05JNB - LGW

1 stop20h 20mKenya Airways

Thu 19/211:10LGW - JNB

1 stop35h 15mKenya Airways

Deal found 15/9R12 737

Wed 22/1013:55JNB - LGW

1 stop24h 30mQatar Airways

Wed 29/108:40LGW - JNB

1 stop28h 55mQatar Airways

Deal found 15/9R13 223

Thu 29/118:50JNB - STN

1 stop19h 15mEmirates

Fri 20/214:05STN - JNB

1 stop18h 20mEmirates

Deal found 15/9R13 795

Thu 6/119:50JNB - LHR

1 stop30h 40mEtihad Airways

Fri 14/1113:55LHR - JNB

1 stop16h 25mEtihad Airways

Deal found 15/9R11 210

Direct flights from South Africa to United Kingdom
Explore direct flight options from South Africa to United Kingdom based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Tue 2/1222:00JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 25mBritish Airways

Tue 9/1221:15LHR - JNB

Nonstop11h 10mBritish Airways

Deal found 15/9R11 557

Mon 9/322:00JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic

Mon 16/319:40LHR - JNB

Nonstop11h 00mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 14/9R11 782

Wed 29/1022:00JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 25mBritish Airways

Wed 5/1121:15LHR - JNB

Nonstop11h 10mBritish Airways

Deal found 13/9R11 817

Wed 22/1019:25JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 10mBritish Airways

Wed 29/1021:15LHR - JNB

Nonstop11h 10mBritish Airways

Deal found 15/9R11 834

Mon 13/1019:25JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 10mBritish Airways

Mon 16/221:15LHR - JNB

Nonstop11h 10mBritish Airways

Deal found 14/9R11 904

Mon 17/1122:00JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 25mBritish Airways

Mon 24/1118:30LHR - JNB

Nonstop11h 05mBritish Airways

Deal found 14/9R11 939

Tue 14/1019:25JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 10mBritish Airways

Wed 29/1018:30LHR - JNB

Nonstop11h 05mBritish Airways

Deal found 14/9R11 973

Mon 9/322:00JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 25mBritish Airways

Mon 16/321:15LHR - JNB

Nonstop11h 10mBritish Airways

Deal found 14/9R12 008

Mon 13/1019:25JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 10mBritish Airways

Mon 27/1021:15LHR - JNB

Nonstop11h 10mBritish Airways

Deal found 15/9R12 025

Sun 28/921:15JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 15mBritish Airways

Wed 1/1019:05LHR - JNB

Nonstop10h 55mBritish Airways

Deal found 14/9R12 060

Mon 1/1212:30CPT - LGW

Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK

Sat 28/220:30LGW - CPT

Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK

Deal found 14/9R12 667

Mon 6/1023:45CPT - LGW

Nonstop11h 45mA.P.G.

Thu 9/109:30LGW - CPT

Nonstop11h 30mA.P.G.

Deal found 15/9R12 737

Last-minute flights from South Africa to United Kingdom
Discover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to United Kingdom. Data last updated 16 September 2025 and is based on user searches.

Thu 18/99:50JNB - LHR

1 stop27h 55mEtihad Airways

Fri 31/1013:55LHR - JNB

1 stop16h 25mEtihad Airways

Deal found 16/9R11 054

Thu 18/920:40JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 05mMultiple Airlines

Fri 7/116:30LHR - JNB

1 stop13h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9R11 279

Mon 22/919:35JNB - LCY

1 stop17h 55mSWISS

Tue 4/1119:10LCY - JNB

1 stop13h 20mSWISS

Deal found 15/9R11 244

Mon 22/93:10JNB - LHR

1 stop30h 50mRwandAir

Sun 5/1021:20LHR - JNB

1 stop16h 00mRwandAir

Deal found 13/9R11 470

Thu 2/1016:50JNB - LHR

1 stop17h 55mRwandAir

Mon 6/1021:20LHR - JNB

1 stop16h 00mRwandAir

Deal found 15/9R11 435

Sat 4/103:10JNB - LHR

1 stop30h 50mRwandAir

Sun 12/1021:20LHR - JNB

1 stop28h 00mRwandAir

Deal found 16/9R11 453

Fri 10/109:50JNB - LHR

1 stop33h 55mEtihad Airways

Fri 31/1013:55LHR - JNB

1 stop16h 25mEtihad Airways

Deal found 14/9R11 192

Mon 13/103:10JNB - LHR

1 stop30h 50mRwandAir

Tue 21/1021:20LHR - JNB

1 stop16h 00mRwandAir

Deal found 16/9R11 418

Wed 22/103:10JNB - LHR

1 stop31h 35mRwandAir

Thu 30/1020:20LHR - JNB

1 stop28h 00mRwandAir

Deal found 15/9R11 349

Wed 29/1022:00JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 20mMultiple Airlines

Wed 5/116:30LHR - JNB

1 stop13h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9R11 210

Wed 29/1023:59JNB - LCY

1 stop18h 36mKLM

Wed 5/1120:05LCY - JNB

1 stop24h 00mKLM

Deal found 14/9R11 383

Thu 30/1023:59JNB - LCY

1 stop18h 36mKLM

Thu 6/1120:05LCY - JNB

1 stop24h 00mKLM

Deal found 15/9R11 401

One-way flights from South Africa to United Kingdom
Search for one-way flight options from South Africa to United Kingdom. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Wed 8/109:50JNB - LHR

1 stop30h 25mEtihad Airways

Deal found 14/9R5 362

Mon 10/119:50JNB - LHR

1 stop22h 50mEtihad Airways

Deal found 15/9R5 379

Mon 19/19:50JNB - LHR

1 stop22h 50mEtihad Airways

Deal found 14/9R5 414

Wed 15/1019:00JNB - LHR

2 stops23h 05mBrussels Airlines

Deal found 15/9R5 466

Mon 6/109:50JNB - LHR

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 16/9R5 483

Thu 12/213:45JNB - LGW

1 stop18h 10mQatar Airways

Deal found 14/9R5 483

Sat 4/1019:35JNB - LGW

1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9R5 518

Wed 12/119:50JNB - LHR

1 stop28h 15mEtihad Airways

Deal found 14/9R5 553

Thu 4/1210:10JNB - LHR

1 stop14h 45mLufthansa

Deal found 14/9R5 588

Tue 11/119:50JNB - LCY

2 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9R5 605

Thu 25/99:50JNB - LHR

1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 15/9R5 605

Mon 17/1113:45JNB - LGW

1 stop24h 50mQatar Airways

Deal found 14/9R5 605

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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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JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

7:15-22:15

1 stop17h 00m

London Gatwick

Mon 10/11

20:30-17:15

1 stop18h 45m

R11 106

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 123

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

9:50-14:30

1 stop30h 40m

London Heathrow

Fri 14/11

13:55-8:20

1 stop16h 25m

R11 210

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

20:15-8:05

1 stop13h 50m

London Heathrow

Wed 3/12

14:25-10:30

2 stops18h 05m

R11 227

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/11

20:15-12:50

1 stop18h 35m

London City

Thu 13/11

19:10-10:30

1 stop13h 20m

R11 244

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/11

23:59-17:20

1 stop19h 21m

London City

Fri 14/11

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

R11 366

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

23:59-16:35

1 stop18h 36m

London City

Wed 25/3

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

R11 435

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/11

20:15-16:40

2 stops22h 25m

London Heathrow

Wed 12/11

14:25-10:30

2 stops18h 05m

R11 453

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/11

9:50-6:40

1 stop22h 50m

London Heathrow

Wed 12/11

13:55-8:20

1 stop16h 25m

R11 644

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/11

20:15-8:35

1 stop14h 20m

London City

Thu 4/12

17:45-10:30

1 stop14h 45m

R11 644

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to United Kingdom (average of R575). Flying from South Africa to United Kingdom in August is currently the most expensive (average of R860). 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?

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

The most flights from ZA0 to GB0 are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing United Kingdom

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

3 334 reviews

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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

3 334 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 334 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

SWISS

7,5

Good

1 730 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 334 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Virgin Atlantic

7,4

Good

664 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 334 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Lufthansa

6,8

Okay

7 407 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 334 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

British Airways

6,7

Okay

7 361 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 334 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from South Africa to United Kingdom?
Etihad Airways, SWISS, and KLM can get you from South Africa to United Kingdom in just under 13h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h. 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 Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R5 379. Users have also found prices from R5 692 and R5 969 on Lufthansa and SWISS, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to United Kingdom (average of R575). Flying from South Africa to United Kingdom in August is currently the most expensive (average of R860). 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

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
SWISS	CheapestR6 672	AverageR12 226	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	CheapestR7 993	AverageR14 149	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
Norse Atlantic UK	CheapestR8 009	AverageR11 938	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Norse Atlantic UK flights
Air France	CheapestR8 962	AverageR13 181	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR9 227	AverageR13 774	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
KLM	CheapestR9 338	AverageR14 633	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Etihad Airways	CheapestR9 539	AverageR12 789	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Brussels Airlines	CheapestR10 494	AverageR12 607	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Brussels Airlines flights
A.P.G.	CheapestR10 510	AverageR11 604	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search A.P.G. flights
Kenya Airways	CheapestR10 934	AverageR16 000	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights

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