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£47+ Cheap flights from South Africa

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JNB — LHR
31 Mar — 7 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

What to know about flights from South Africa

Discover essential information about flights departing from South Africa, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the South Africa airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 1 March 2026.

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£20 or less
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Cheapest flights from South Africa
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Wed 20/508:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/620:05
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop36h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/2£423
Tue 10/310:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/311:05
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops20h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/2£424
Wed 11/309:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 18/313:55
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/2£425
Wed 27/508:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/606:00
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/2£430
Tue 10/323:00
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop32h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 17/310:00
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/2£432
Tue 17/310:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/311:05
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops20h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2£434
Fri 13/309:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 16/319:20
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop35h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/2£434
Wed 20/508:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/611:05
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/2£436
Wed 25/314:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 7/410:10
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/2£436
Wed 3/609:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 11/921:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/2£437
Wed 25/308:20
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop23h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 9/410:10
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop25h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/2£437
Fri 20/309:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 22/421:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/2£440

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Find flights departing from South Africa that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 1 March 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

10:10-22:55

1 stop14h 45m

London Heathrow

Tue 24/3

17:30-09:30

1 stop14h 00m

£469

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

14:30-06:35

1 stop18h 05m

London Heathrow

Sun 19/4

21:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

£487

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

14:30-06:20

1 stop16h 50m

London Gatwick

Sun 10/5

10:10-03:55

1 stop16h 45m

£500

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

23:59-17:20

1 stop19h 21m

London City

Tue 24/3

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

£505

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

22:00-07:25

Nonstop11h 25m

London Heathrow

Sun 19/4

21:20-09:25

Nonstop11h 05m

£526

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/5

09:00-07:00

2 stops23h 00m

London Heathrow

Mon 11/5

21:00-13:00

1 stop15h 00m

£545

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

22:25-16:35

2 stops19h 10m

London Heathrow

Thu 28/5

06:00-20:55

1 stop13h 55m

£546

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

10:10-09:45

2 stops25h 35m

London Heathrow

Tue 24/3

06:00-09:30

2 stops25h 30m

£551

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

19:05-16:10

1 stop23h 05m

London Gatwick

Wed 18/3

17:05-10:50

1 stop15h 45m

£554

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

16:50-14:00

2 stops23h 10m

London Heathrow

Wed 18/3

20:30-14:20

1 stop15h 50m

£558

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from South Africa including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa (average of £356). Flying from South Africa in July will prove the most costly (average of £484). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from South Africa?

Many airlines operate round-trip flights from South Africa: British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Emirates, RwandAir, Lufthansa. These airlines fly to the following popular destinations: London.

FlySafair
FlySafair
From £32
Airlink
Airlink
From £31
British Airways
British Airways
From £429
South African
South African
From £33

What is the cheapest place to fly to from South Africa?

The cheapest city to fly to from South Africa is Johannesburg OR Tambo, with prices starting at £16. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Johannesburg OR Tambo
Johannesburg OR Tambo
From £16
Cape Town Intl
Cape Town Intl
From £19
Durban King Shaka Intl
Durban King Shaka Intl
From £20
East London
East London
From £25

Airline reviews for flights from South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from South Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from South Africa. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches.
Read through reviews of airlines serving South Africa, such as Emirates, RwandAir, andVirgin Atlantic. 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,535 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,535 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,535 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
RwandAir
7.7
Good
40 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,535 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
680 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,535 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,817 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,535 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,772 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,535 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from South Africa. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 1 March 2026.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly out of South Africa?

    Cape Town Intl airport offers the cheapest routes to London, from £330; whereas Johannesburg OR Tambo airport is typically cheaper if you're flying to London, from £361. It's best to make sure you are flexible on dates to find the cheapest possible flight options for your journey.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa?

    At the present moment the cheapest month to fly from South Africa is currently February; with July being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from South Africa?

    Check out the cheapest flights from South Africa to embark to:
    Travel from Cape Town to London from £330 round trip
    Travel from Cape Town to Pamplona from £623 round trip

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