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Cheap flights from London to Africa from £40

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 29/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — JNB
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from London to Africa

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Cheapest flights from London to Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 June 2026.

Tue 1/1206:00
LGW
-
RAK
Nonstop3h 40m
Wizz Air
Sun 6/1211:20
RAK
-
LGW
Nonstop3h 40m
Wizz Air
Deal found 6/6£76
Mon 23/1115:40
LGW
-
RAK
Nonstop3h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 30/1111:20
RAK
-
LGW
Nonstop3h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6£76
Mon 7/1206:00
LGW
-
RAK
Nonstop3h 40m
Wizz Air
Sun 13/1211:20
RAK
-
LGW
Nonstop3h 40m
Wizz Air
Deal found 8/6£78
Fri 4/1206:00
LGW
-
RAK
Nonstop3h 40m
Wizz Air
Thu 10/1211:20
RAK
-
LGW
Nonstop3h 40m
Wizz Air
Deal found 9/6£78
Fri 20/1106:00
LGW
-
RAK
Nonstop3h 40m
Wizz Air
Sun 22/1111:20
RAK
-
LGW
Nonstop3h 40m
Wizz Air
Deal found 7/6£79
Fri 4/1206:00
LGW
-
RAK
Nonstop3h 40m
Wizz Air
Tue 8/1211:20
RAK
-
LGW
Nonstop3h 40m
Wizz Air
Deal found 9/6£80
Thu 5/1106:00
LGW
-
RAK
Nonstop3h 40m
Wizz Air
Mon 9/1111:20
RAK
-
LGW
Nonstop3h 40m
Wizz Air
Deal found 6/6£81
Mon 15/605:40
LGW
-
RAK
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 18/607:40
RAK
-
LGW
1 stop15h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/6£81
Sun 29/1107:45
LGW
-
RAK
Nonstop3h 45m
easyJet
Sun 6/1221:40
RAK
-
LGW
Nonstop3h 35m
easyJet
Deal found 9/6£82
Sun 6/1206:00
LGW
-
RAK
Nonstop3h 40m
Wizz Air
Tue 9/210:20
RAK
-
LGW
Nonstop3h 40m
Wizz Air
Deal found 8/6£83
Mon 14/922:15
LHR
-
CAI
1 stop8h 35m
Aegean Airlines
Sat 26/904:00
CAI
-
LHR
1 stop9h 15m
Aegean Airlines
Deal found 5/6£352
Sun 30/806:30
LHR
-
CAI
1 stop6h 50m
Lufthansa
Fri 18/916:20
CAI
-
LHR
1 stop7h 50m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/6£353

Find flight deals from London to Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for London to Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 9 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£76

One-way from

£40

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£618

Good round-trip deal

£36 or less

Good one-way deal

£22 or less
Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 1/12-6/12
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 20m total
  • London to Africa
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easyJet
  • easyJet
  • 29/11
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 45m total
  • London to Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£73 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London (LON) to Africa.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from London (LON) to Africa.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from London to Africa 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 9 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

LondonMarrakech

LGW - RAK

LGWRAK

London Gatwick

Wed 30/9

15:05-18:50

Nonstop3h 45m

Marrakech Menara

Thu 8/10

21:35-01:05

Nonstop3h 30m

£106

LondonMarrakech

LGW - RAK

LGWRAK

London Gatwick

Mon 9/11

07:00-16:45

1 stop8h 45m

Marrakech Menara

Sat 14/11

21:05-23:40

Nonstop3h 35m

£108

LondonMarrakech

LGW - RAK

LGWRAK

London Gatwick

Mon 9/11

07:00-16:45

1 stop8h 45m

Marrakech Menara

Fri 13/11

20:15-22:55

Nonstop3h 40m

£114
Fastest return journey

LondonMarrakech

LGW - RAK

LGWRAK

London Gatwick

Tue 6/10

05:40-09:20

Nonstop3h 40m

Marrakech Menara

Sat 10/10

23:15-02:45

Nonstop3h 30m

£114

LondonMarrakech

LGW - RAK

LGWRAK

London Gatwick

Thu 19/11

06:00-10:40

Nonstop3h 40m

Marrakech Menara

Sun 22/11

11:20-14:00

Nonstop3h 40m

£115

LondonMarrakech

LGW - RAK

LGWRAK

London Gatwick

Sun 5/7

05:50-09:30

Nonstop3h 40m

Marrakech Menara

Wed 8/7

10:00-13:40

Nonstop3h 40m

£137

LondonMarrakech

LGW - RAK

LGWRAK

London Gatwick

Sat 11/7

14:50-18:35

Nonstop3h 45m

Marrakech Menara

Tue 14/7

19:30-23:05

Nonstop3h 35m

£141

LondonMarrakech

LGW - RAK

LGWRAK

London Gatwick

Tue 4/8

05:40-09:20

Nonstop3h 40m

Marrakech Menara

Tue 11/8

10:20-14:00

Nonstop3h 40m

£149

LondonMarrakech

LGW - RAK

LGWRAK

London Gatwick

Thu 1/10

13:10-23:10

1 stop10h 00m

Marrakech Menara

Sun 4/10

23:20-08:05

1 stop8h 45m

£151

LondonMarrakech

LGW - RAK

LGWRAK

London Gatwick

Fri 19/6

16:00-19:45

Nonstop3h 45m

Marrakech Menara

Tue 23/6

19:30-23:05

Nonstop3h 35m

£183

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Best time to book a flight from London to Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Africa from London with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from London to Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London to Africa?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Africa (average of £577). Flying from London to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of £870). 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 LON to AF?

Find hourly flight availability from London to Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 June 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from London to Africa at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 41% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from London to Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from London to Africa. 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 9 June 2026.

The most flights from LON to AF0 are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How far ahead should I book a flight from London to Africa?

The price you pay for your flight from London to Africa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 14 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London to Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Africa. Price data was last updated on 30 May 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to Africa flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Africa. 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 Africa. Reviews last updated 9 June 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Ethiopian Air,Kenya Airways, andBritish Airways from London to Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,006 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.2

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LFW - ACC

Took too long to serve the refreshments. We sat in transit on the aircraft. It’s hot. They won’t even serve water. That’s not good customer. It’s because we were not in business class? 75% of your customers are in economy. Are we not good enough.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,006 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,006 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.2

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LFW - ACC

Took too long to serve the refreshments. We sat in transit on the aircraft. It’s hot. They won’t even serve water. That’s not good customer. It’s because we were not in business class? 75% of your customers are in economy. Are we not good enough.
Kenya Airways
6.7
Okay
306 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,006 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.2

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LFW - ACC

Took too long to serve the refreshments. We sat in transit on the aircraft. It’s hot. They won’t even serve water. That’s not good customer. It’s because we were not in business class? 75% of your customers are in economy. Are we not good enough.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,035 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,006 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.2

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LFW - ACC

Took too long to serve the refreshments. We sat in transit on the aircraft. It’s hot. They won’t even serve water. That’s not good customer. It’s because we were not in business class? 75% of your customers are in economy. Are we not good enough.
Royal Air Maroc
6.2
Okay
615 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,006 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.2

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LFW - ACC

Took too long to serve the refreshments. We sat in transit on the aircraft. It’s hot. They won’t even serve water. That’s not good customer. It’s because we were not in business class? 75% of your customers are in economy. Are we not good enough.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London to Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from London to Africa?

    There are many flights that can get you from London to Africa in 3h 40m. Fly via easyJet or Wizz Air to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1408 mi. All flights are typically direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London to Africa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Ryanair, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £16. easyJet flights start at £16 while deals on Wizz Air start at £17 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Africa?

    While some choose either London Gatwick - Lagos Murtala Muhammed or London Heathrow - Accra Kotoka, London Heathrow - Lagos Murtala Muhammed is the most popular route from London to Africa.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London to Africa?

    Before booking your flight to Africa from London, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (83%), Iberia (83%), British Airways( 83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from London to Africa?

    While on average a flight from London to Africa is generally £1,116, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £447. When looking at the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Lagos Murtala Muhammed), you can expect to pay £549 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from London to Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on London to Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from London to Africa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from London to Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London to Africa 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 to Africa?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Africa (average of £577). Flying from London to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of £870). 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 London to Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from London to Africa. 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 9 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapest£45Average£69FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapest£55Average£67FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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AirlinkCheapest£61Average£80FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TUI AirwaysCheapest£68Average£265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Jet2Cheapest£77Average£132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RyanairCheapest£84Average£204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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NouvelairCheapest£100Average£214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EurowingsCheapest£170Average£271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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Aegean AirlinesCheapest£176Average£436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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CondorCheapest£185Average£518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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