R5 317+ Cheap flights to the United Kingdom

— LHR
Dec 4 — Dec 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to United Kingdom in 2026

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Cheapest flights to United Kingdom

Fri 6/1117:45 -
1 stop14h 35m
Thu 12/1120:30 -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 2/11R11 548
Thu 10/1217:45 -
1 stop14h 35m
Mon 15/220:30 -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 2/11R11 565
Fri 27/1117:45 -
1 stop14h 35m
Sat 9/120:30 -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 30/10R11 581
Sat 5/1219:55 -
1 stop15h 05m
Wed 30/1210:00 -
1 stop22h 40m
Deal found 31/10R11 581
Fri 11/1217:45 -
1 stop14h 35m
Tue 12/120:30 -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 3/11R11 598
Fri 27/1117:45 -
1 stop14h 35m
Tue 19/120:30 -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 3/11R11 615

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R11 548

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 110
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 6/11-12/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to London
18/11-31/12
  • 18/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to United Kingdom
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R1 122 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R162 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgLondon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LHR London Heathrow

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/2

20:10-5:25

Nonstop11h 15m

London Heathrow

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 766

JohannesburgEdinburgh

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

JNBEDI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

13:45-12:35

1 stop24h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 882

JohannesburgManchester

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MAN Manchester

JNBMAN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

13:45-6:00

1 stop18h 15m

Manchester

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 148

JohannesburgLondon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LGW London Gatwick

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/11

19:55-9:00

1 stop15h 05m

London Gatwick

Wed 18/11

17:25-10:40

1 stop15h 15m

R11 880

JohannesburgLondon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LGW London Gatwick

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/11

19:55-9:00

1 stop15h 05m

London Gatwick

Fri 4/12

17:25-10:40

1 stop15h 15m

R12 146

JohannesburgLondon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LHR London Heathrow

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

23:59-17:00

1 stop19h 01m

London Heathrow

Mon 30/11

17:35-11:25

1 stop15h 50m

R12 196

JohannesburgLondon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LHR London Heathrow

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

23:55-13:50

1 stop15h 55m

London Heathrow

Tue 8/12

14:45-11:25

1 stop18h 40m

R12 279

JohannesburgLondon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LGW London Gatwick

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

14:30-5:40

1 stop17h 10m

London Gatwick

Sun 13/12

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

R12 462

JohannesburgLondon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LHR London Heathrow

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/11

23:59-16:05

1 stop18h 06m

London Heathrow

Tue 2/2

15:45-11:25

2 stops17h 40m

R12 744

JohannesburgLondon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - STN London Stansted

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/1

18:50-9:55

1 stop17h 05m

London Stansted

Thu 18/2

17:20-22:25

1 stop27h 05m

R13 160

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Everything you need to know about your flight to the United Kingdom

How long is the flight to United Kingdom?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to United Kingdom takes 14 hours 52 minutes. Flights to United Kingdom from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to United Kingdom

The most flights from Johannesburg to United Kingdom are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to United Kingdom?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to United Kingdom are Air Algerie, Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines.

Rainfall in United Kingdom by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in United Kingdom by month

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).

When is the best time to book a flight to United Kingdom?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to United Kingdom, you should look to book at least 71 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What are the most popular places to fly to in United Kingdom?

The most popular places in United Kingdom to fly to are England and Scotland.

Reviews of airlines servicing United Kingdom

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,RwandAir, andVirgin Atlantic 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.

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

FAQs about flying to United Kingdom

What is good to know if travelling to United Kingdom?

  • When visiting the United Kingdom, your trip would not be complete without an authentic theater performance. London’s West End is the largest of its kind in the world, and then there’s also the Minack Theatre in Cornwall, which is an open-air theater perfect for family groups.
  • Forget Stonehenge: the Ridgeway National Trail is a stone circle which is roughly 5,000 years older than Stonehenge. At the site, you’ll be able to trail along the stones as you make your way to the great sites such as the Cerne Giant, the 5 White Horses, and the alleged birthplace of King Arthur, Tintagel Castle.
  • Not all attractions in London cost a fortune to visit. Attractions such as the National Gallery, the Tate Britain & Tate Modern, the Royal Academy, the Victoria and Albert Museum, and the Imperial War Museum all offer free admissions.
  • Can I find cheaper flights to United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to United Kingdom?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Emirates is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to United Kingdom.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in United Kingdom?

    Glasgow Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in United Kingdom. One-way flights to Glasgow Intl typically cost R702, while return flights cost around R351.

  • How much is a return flight to United Kingdom?

    A return flight to United Kingdom will typically cost around R12 596, however they can be found for as little as R3 035.

  • Where does the fastest flight to United Kingdom depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to United Kingdom, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (11 hours 5 minutes).

  • Does London Heathrow have car hire?

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

  • Are there hotels close to London Heathrow?

    Yes. London Heathrow has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Aerotel London Heathrow is the closest property to London Heathrow (0,0 km away from London Heathrow).

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