Cheap flights from South Africa to the United Kingdom
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 61 days in advance to save up to 10% 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 61 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 R11 832, or R12 815 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 July. 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 R10 690 on average during February, but can be found for as low as R7 325.
When is the cheapest time to fly from South Africa to United Kingdom (ZA - 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.
Cheap flights from South Africa to United Kingdom in August, September 2022
The best prices found for South Africa to United Kingdom flights in August, September
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London Gatwick
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South Africa to United Kingdom 2022 flight deals
Cheap flights to United Kingdom from South Africa found for this year
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Cheap Kenya Airways flights from South Africa to United Kingdom
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Cheap KLM flights from South Africa to United Kingdom
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Direct flights to United Kingdom from South Africa
Save time with South Africa to United Kingdom direct flight deals
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London Heathrow
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11h 05mVirgin Atlantic
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Last-minute flights from South Africa to United Kingdom
Late deals on return flights to United Kingdom from South Africa, departing today and this week
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London Heathrow
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One-way flights to United Kingdom from South Africa
The cheapest one-way flights from South Africa to United Kingdom
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London Gatwick
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Related info for your journey
Useful info, stats and facts about South Africa to United Kingdom flights.
Which airlines flying from South Africa to United Kingdom have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?
Due to the rapidly changing circumstances due to COVID-19, airlines like Qatar Airways, British Airways, and Virgin Atlantic flying from South Africa to United Kingdom have implemented new flexible cancellation policies.
Can I find flights from South Africa to United Kingdom for under R7 700 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from South Africa to United Kingdom for under R7 700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air France for just R7 670, but on average you can expect to pay R8 046.
Are there direct flights from South Africa to United Kingdom for under R11 200 on Cheapflights?
Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from South Africa to United Kingdom under R11 200. A good price for a direct flight from South Africa to United Kingdom is less than R11 652.
Are there last-minute flights available from South Africa to United Kingdom for under R14 700?
There are currently 20+ open flights from South Africa to United Kingdom within the next 7 days for less than R14 700.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to United Kingdom one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R3 458. Users have also found prices from R3 654 and R4 031 on Etihad Airways and Kenya Airways, respectively.
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.
Flights to United Kingdom from South Africa
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Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to United Kingdom
The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users travelling from South Africa to United Kingdom choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
Hourly flight availability from South Africa to United Kingdom
See what time of day planes typically take off from South Africa to United Kingdom
| 1%of flight departures | Early morningMidnight to 6 am |
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| 0%of flight departures | Morning6 am to noon |
| 19%of flight departures | AfternoonNoon to 6 pm |
| 80%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |