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R4 962+ Cheap flights to Europe

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 30/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Flights to Europe in 2025

Find the latest flights to Europe in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 3 July 2025.

Return from

R11 221

One-way from

R4 962

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 605
5/8-19/8
  • 5/8-19/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to London
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 30/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Europe
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 return flights in July 2025

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Mon 28/713:55JNB - IST
1 stop21h 00mQatar Airways
Mon 4/813:45IST - JNB
1 stop20h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/7R9 959
Sun 10/89:50JNB - IST
1 stop19h 25mEtihad Airways
Sun 24/87:30IST - JNB
1 stop25h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/7R10 012
Thu 25/99:50JNB - ATH
1 stop26h 00mEtihad Airways
Thu 16/107:25ATH - JNB
1 stop25h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 2/7R10 292
Tue 19/89:50JNB - ATH
2 stops37h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/96:05ATH - JNB
2 stops51h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7R10 766
Thu 17/78:20JNB - IST
1 stop11h 50mEthiopian Air
Sat 26/78:00IST - JNB
1 stop13h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/7R10 958
Mon 14/719:00JNB - ATH
2 stops29h 10mAustrian Airlines
Thu 24/76:30ATH - JNB
2 stops27h 05mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 3/7R10 976
Mon 14/719:00JNB - ATH
1 stop17h 15mLufthansa
Thu 24/714:05ATH - JNB
1 stop19h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 3/7R11 186
Tue 5/89:50JNB - LHR
1 stop30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 19/86:00LHR - JNB
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7R11 221
Fri 10/1019:00JNB - LHR
2 stops25h 40mLufthansa
Mon 27/107:40LHR - JNB
1 stop21h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 2/7R11 257
Mon 8/917:55JNB - ATH
1 stop14h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 29/922:00ATH - JNB
1 stop13h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/7R11 309
Fri 10/109:50JNB - LHR
1 stop33h 55mEtihad Airways
Fri 31/1013:55LHR - JNB
1 stop16h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/7R11 344
Sun 27/723:15JNB - LIS
1 stop36h 40mKLM
Tue 12/819:30LIS - JNB
1 stop24h 50mKLM
Deal found 2/7R11 362

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Locate flights to Europe that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 3 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights to Europe that are best for you.

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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/7

13:55-11:55

1 stop21h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 4/8

13:45-9:35

1 stop20h 50m

R9 959

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/8

9:50-6:15

1 stop19h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 24/8

7:30-8:20

1 stop25h 50m

R10 012

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/9

9:50-12:50

1 stop26h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 16/10

7:25-8:20

1 stop25h 55m

R10 292

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/8

9:50-0:45

2 stops37h 55m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 8/9

6:05-8:20

2 stops51h 15m

R10 766

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/7

8:20-21:10

1 stop11h 50m

Istanbul

Sat 26/7

8:00-20:10

1 stop13h 10m

R10 958

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/7

19:00-1:10

2 stops29h 10m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 24/7

6:30-8:35

2 stops27h 05m

R10 976

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/7

19:00-13:15

1 stop17h 15m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 24/7

14:05-8:35

1 stop19h 30m

R11 186

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/8

9:50-15:15

1 stop30h 25m

London Heathrow

Tue 19/8

6:00-8:20

2 stops25h 20m

R11 221

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

JohannesburgAthens

JNB - ATH

JNBATH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

17:55-8:55

1 stop14h 00m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 29/9

22:00-10:35

1 stop13h 35m

R11 309

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Best time to book a flight to Europe

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Europe

How long is the flight to Europe?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Europe takes 19 hours 48 minutes. Flights to Europe from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Europe?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Europe. Price data was last updated on 30 June 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Europe should consider flying on Thursday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Europe?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Europe are Ethiopian Air, Condor and SWISS.

Rainfall in Europe by month

Plan your trip to Europe by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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

Temperature in Europe by month

Plan your trip to Europe by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Europe, 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).

What are the most popular places to fly to in Europe?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Europe in the last few years. This data was updated on 3 July 2025.
The most popular places in Europe to fly to are United Kingdom, Turkey, Italy, France and Portugal.

Reviews of airlines servicing Europe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Europe. 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 Europe. Reviews last updated 3 July 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, KLM, andAustrian Airlines to Europe by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

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

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

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

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

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

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

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

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

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

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

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

FAQs about flying to Europe

  • What is the best way to travel around Europe?

    The best way to get around mainland Europe is by road or rail. Purchasing a railcard is a flexible and convenient option for exploring multiple countries. Buses usually take longer but are often cheaper than trains, especially when you book in advance. If you plan to explore further off the beaten tourist track, check options for car hire at your destination airport before flying to Europe. Travellers who prefer to see the world on two wheels will also appreciate the many cross-country cycle routes. You can also find many affordable flights to destinations away from the mainland continent such as UK, Iceland, and the Balearic Islands.

  • What are some things to do in Europe?

    Comprising a total of 51 countries, Europe is home to diverse cultures, cuisines, languages and natural landscapes. Anyone who wishes to book flights to Europe will have a wealth of places to explore no matter their interest. If you are travelling in autumn, pay a visit to Germany's annual Oktoberfest, a festival full of music, traditional dress and plenty of beer. Keen to spend time outdoors? Get your hiking boots on and explore the Scottish highlands, trek through Germany's Black Forest or hit the beach and bathe in the warm waters of the Mediterranean along France's southern coast.

  • How long is the flight to Europe?

    You can find Europe flight deals from several hubs around South Africa. Some of the fastest flights to Europe from South Africa depart from Johannesburg. Fly direct to Paris in around 10h 55min or to London in around 11h 10min. The quickest flights to Europe from Cape Town include the direct Lufthansa route to Frankfurt, which takes around 11h 55min. Flights with one or more stopovers may take considerably longer but may offer more flexibility when you travel. There is often little or no time difference between destinations in South Africa and Europe, so we recommend trying to find cheap flights to Europe in the evening so that you arrive at your destination in the morning.

  • What do I need to do before my flight to Europe?

    Before you book your Europe airfare, find out the visa requirements for your destination. South African citizens must have a Schengen visa to travel to any country in the Schengen zone, such as France and Germany. Some countries outside the Schengen zone, such as the UK, also require individual visas. Don't forget the additional cost of visas when you compare flights to Europe. You should also compare rates at currency exchange bureaus to get the best deal and check your phone plan as rates vary across Europe. And remember, while English is widely spoken across Europe, not everyone speaks English. It may also be useful to brush up on the language of the country you are visiting so you can easily communicate with locals.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Europe if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Europe on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Europe?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Condor is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Europe.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Europe?

    Athens Eleftherios V. is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Europe. One-way flights to Athens Eleftherios V. typically cost R156, while return flights cost around R256.

  • How much is a return flight to Europe?

    A return flight to Europe will typically cost around R228, however they can be found for as little as R225.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Europe depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Europe, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (9 hours 45 minutes).

  • Does Kastrup Copenhagen have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kastrup Copenhagen can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kastrup Copenhagen?

    Yes. Kastrup Copenhagen has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Clarion Hotel Copenhagen Airport is the closest property to Kastrup Copenhagen (0,0 km away from Kastrup Copenhagen).

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