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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R8 107

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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — JNB
May 21 — May 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in May or June, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Sunday

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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 April 2026.

Fri 19/615:00
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
Air Algerie
Sat 20/620:40
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 50m
Air Algerie
Deal found 21/4R9 272
Fri 5/615:00
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
Air Algerie
Sat 6/620:40
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 50m
Air Algerie
Deal found 17/4R9 288
Sun 26/415:00
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
Air Algerie
Mon 15/620:35
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 55m
Air Algerie
Deal found 19/4R9 354
Tue 30/615:00
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
Air Algerie
Sat 18/720:40
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 50m
Air Algerie
Deal found 20/4R9 387
Sun 9/815:00
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 45m
Air Algerie
Sat 19/920:40
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 50m
Air Algerie
Deal found 20/4R9 403
Fri 26/615:00
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
Air Algerie
Mon 29/620:00
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop18h 30m
Air Algerie
Deal found 17/4R9 420
Fri 24/415:00
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop17h 30m
Air Algerie
Mon 4/520:40
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 50m
Air Algerie
Deal found 20/4R9 436
Fri 19/615:00
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
Air Algerie
Sat 11/720:40
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 50m
Air Algerie
Deal found 16/4R9 452
Sun 31/515:00
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
Air Algerie
Sat 4/720:40
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 50m
Air Algerie
Deal found 16/4R9 469
Tue 16/615:00
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops17h 15m
Air Algerie
Mon 29/620:00
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop18h 30m
Air Algerie
Deal found 20/4R9 485
Sun 3/515:00
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
Air Algerie
Sat 13/620:40
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 50m
Air Algerie
Deal found 16/4R9 502
Sun 26/415:00
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
Air Algerie
Sat 16/520:40
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 50m
Air Algerie
Deal found 17/4R9 518

Find flight deals from Heathrow to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to OR Tambo (JNB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 288

One-way from

R8 107

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R14 556

Good round-trip deal

R15 003 or less

Good one-way deal

R16 580 or less
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 5/6-6/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 05m total
  • London to Johannesburg
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15/6
  • 15/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 10m total
  • London to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R9 768 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R8 316 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo 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 21 April 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Fri 1/5

18:30-8:35

1 stop13h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

8:45-22:40

1 stop14h 55m

R14 326

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Mon 14/9

19:00-7:00

Nonstop11h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

21:15-7:30

Nonstop11h 15m

R15 245

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 10/9

16:45-9:40

2 stops39h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/10

13:30-16:40

2 stops28h 10m

R15 934

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 1/9

21:20-9:25

Nonstop11h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

19:25-5:35

Nonstop11h 10m

R16 197

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 14/5

21:20-9:25

Nonstop11h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

19:50-18:00

1 stop23h 10m

R16 542

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Mon 25/5

21:20-9:25

Nonstop11h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

12:40-6:30

1 stop18h 50m

R16 591

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 6/5

9:05-5:30

1 stop19h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/6

22:20-14:25

1 stop17h 05m

R16 837

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Mon 11/5

20:05-9:20

1 stop36h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

19:20-13:40

2 stops19h 20m

R17 067
Fastest return journey

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 1/10

20:25-8:25

Nonstop11h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/10

20:25-6:30

Nonstop11h 05m

R17 625

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Fri 15/5

21:20-9:25

Nonstop11h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

19:50-14:05

1 stop19h 15m

R17 756

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 17 April 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 50 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R12 734). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 628). 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 LHR to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 April 2026.

When flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 21 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,RwandAir, andVirgin Atlantic from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. 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.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 501 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,8
Good
1 501 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 501 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 501 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
687 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 501 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 935 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 501 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 899 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 501 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Lufthansa, British Airways, and Turkish Airlines can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 11h. Your travel time can differ by up to 28h 55m. London Heathrow Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by 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 flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Air Algerie. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R8 721 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and Lufthansa, starting at R8 860 and R9 157 round-trip. These flights start at 42% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    R3 006 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Ethiopian Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Lufthansa and Air France, with prices starting from R7 346 and R7 741, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from London Heathrow Airport, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (85%), Iberia (85%), British Airways( 85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay R18 071 for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The cheapest flight overall is R13 048 while the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at R8 862.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Heathrow to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow to OR Tambo 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 London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R12 734). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R20 628). 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.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Heathrow to OR Tambo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo. 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 21 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air AlgerieCheapestR8 721AverageR9 859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 860AverageR12 229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 157AverageR14 597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 840AverageR11 309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 949AverageR11 650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR10 419AverageR19 507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 427AverageR16 942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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RwandAirCheapestR10 464AverageR12 991FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR10 634AverageR14 136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR10 753AverageR15 486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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