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Cheap flights from South Africa to the United Kingdom from R5 085

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 23/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LHR
Jul 9 — Jul 161
1 adult

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 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 257

One-way from

R5 085

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 605

Good round-trip deal

R10 527 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 589 or less
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 10/10-27/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 05m total
  • South Africa to United Kingdom
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 23/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 10m total
  • South Africa to United Kingdom
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R23 633 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 334 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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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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 4 July 2025.

Fri 10/1019:00JNB - LHR
2 stops25h 40mLufthansa
Mon 27/107:40LHR - JNB
1 stop21h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 2/7R11 257
Mon 4/89:50JNB - LHR
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/820:05LHR - JNB
2 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7R11 274
Thu 7/89:50JNB - LHR
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Mon 18/89:30LHR - JNB
1 stop21h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/7R11 309
Tue 14/1019:00JNB - LHR
2 stops23h 05mBrussels Airlines
Wed 29/1011:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 25mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 3/7R11 484
Mon 7/723:15JNB - LCY
1 stop19h 05mKLM
Mon 11/820:10LCY - JNB
1 stop24h 10mKLM
Deal found 3/7R11 537
Tue 14/1019:35JNB - LCY
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/1017:15LCY - JNB
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7R11 572
Sun 5/1019:00JNB - LHR
2 stops24h 40mAustrian Airlines
Sun 26/106:00LHR - JNB
2 stops25h 30mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 2/7R11 572
Wed 8/1014:30JNB - LGW
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 28/1010:00LGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/7R11 590
Sun 12/1019:00JNB - LCY
1 stop22h 25mLufthansa
Sun 26/1017:15LCY - JNB
1 stop14h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 3/7R11 625
Mon 21/721:15JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 15mBritish Airways
Wed 3/919:05LHR - JNB
Nonstop10h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/7R11 625
Tue 7/1019:35JNB - LGW
1 stop23h 15mSWISS
Mon 27/1018:40LGW - JNB
1 stop13h 30mSWISS
Deal found 2/7R11 783
Wed 17/917:55JNB - LGW
1 stop29h 25mTurkish Airlines
Mon 29/914:00LGW - JNB
1 stop19h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/7R12 133

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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 4 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to the United Kingdom that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

United Kingdom

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/10

19:00-19:40

2 stops25h 40m

London Heathrow

Mon 27/10

7:40-7:05

1 stop21h 25m

R11 257

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/8

9:50-7:00

1 stop22h 10m

London Heathrow

Mon 11/8

20:05-8:20

2 stops35h 15m

R11 274

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/8

9:50-7:00

1 stop22h 10m

London Heathrow

Mon 18/8

9:30-8:20

1 stop21h 50m

R11 309

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/10

19:00-17:05

2 stops23h 05m

London Heathrow

Wed 29/10

11:05-9:30

2 stops20h 25m

R11 484

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/7

23:15-18:35

1 stop20h 20m

London City

Wed 3/9

20:10-21:20

1 stop24h 10m

R11 555

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/10

19:00-18:40

2 stops24h 40m

London Heathrow

Sun 26/10

6:00-9:30

2 stops25h 30m

R11 572

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/10

19:35-12:30

1 stop17h 55m

London City

Wed 29/10

17:15-9:30

1 stop14h 15m

R11 572

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/10

14:30-6:25

1 stop16h 55m

London Gatwick

Tue 28/10

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

R11 590

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/7

21:15-7:30

Nonstop11h 15m

London Heathrow

Wed 3/9

19:05-7:00

Nonstop10h 55m

R11 625

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/10

19:00-16:25

1 stop22h 25m

London City

Sun 26/10

17:15-9:30

1 stop14h 15m

R11 625

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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?

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 4 July 2025.

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 4 July 2025.

The most flights from ZA0 to GB0 are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 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 4 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM, andAustrian Airlines 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.

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

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.
  • 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 085. Users have also found prices from R5 172 and R5 506 on Qatar Airways and Norse Atlantic UK, 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

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 4 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR6 842AverageR12 377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR7 676AverageR14 194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR8 092AverageR12 200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 149AverageR14 154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR8 901AverageR13 497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 165AverageR14 845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 638AverageR12 089FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 515AverageR15 998FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Search Kenya Airways flights
RwandAirCheapestR10 576AverageR13 765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR10 603AverageR12 738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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