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£38+ Cheap flights from South Africa

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JNB — LHR
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

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 30 April 2025.

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£49 or less

Good one-way deal

£22 or less
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Cheapest flights from South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 30 April 2025.

Wed 6/809:50JNB - LHR
1 stop33h 55mEtihad Airways
Mon 1/920:55LHR - JNB
1 stop34h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 29/4£450
Mon 9/614:30JNB - LGW
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 19/610:10LGW - JNB
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/4£450
Sun 8/617:50JNB - LGW
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/621:45LGW - JNB
3 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£452
Sun 8/609:50JNB - LHR
1 stop27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/620:05LHR - JNB
2 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£455
Tue 13/523:15JNB - LHR
1 stop19h 20mKLM
Tue 20/514:45LHR - JNB
1 stop29h 35mKLM
Deal found 29/4£460
Tue 20/518:50JNB - LHR
1 stop22h 45mAir France
Mon 17/1117:35LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 40mAir France
Deal found 29/4£462
Wed 18/619:35JNB - LGW
1 stop23h 20mSWISS
Mon 23/618:35LGW - JNB
1 stop13h 45mSWISS
Deal found 29/4£462
Wed 18/619:35JNB - LCY
1 stop24h 10mSWISS
Wed 25/619:20LCY - JNB
1 stop13h 00mSWISS
Deal found 29/4£464
Tue 17/619:35JNB - LHR
1 stop24h 45mSWISS
Tue 24/618:40LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 40mSWISS
Deal found 29/4£468
Wed 28/509:50JNB - LCY
2 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/608:30LCY - JNB
2 stops46h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£471
Thu 15/514:30JNB - LHR
1 stop17h 30mEthiopian Air
Mon 9/621:00LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/4£471
Wed 28/514:35CPT - LGW
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 19/610:10LGW - CPT
2 stops21h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/4£474

Find flights from South Africa within your budget

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 30 April 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches

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Heathrow

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/8

09:50-18:45

1 stop33h 55m

London Heathrow

Mon 1/9

20:55-08:20

1 stop34h 25m

£450

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/6

14:30-06:20

1 stop16h 50m

London Gatwick

Thu 19/6

10:10-03:55

1 stop16h 45m

£450

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/6

17:50-22:10

2 stops29h 20m

London Gatwick

Sun 15/6

21:45-07:30

3 stops32h 45m

£452

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/6

09:50-12:45

1 stop27h 55m

London Heathrow

Mon 23/6

20:05-08:20

2 stops35h 15m

£455

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/5

23:15-17:35

1 stop19h 20m

London Heathrow

Tue 20/5

14:45-21:20

1 stop29h 35m

£460

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/5

18:50-13:45

1 stop19h 55m

London Heathrow

Tue 18/11

14:45-09:15

1 stop16h 30m

£462

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/6

19:35-17:55

1 stop23h 20m

London Gatwick

Fri 27/6

18:40-09:20

1 stop13h 40m

£462

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/6

19:35-18:45

1 stop24h 10m

London City

Wed 25/6

19:20-09:20

1 stop13h 00m

£464

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/6

19:35-19:20

1 stop24h 45m

London Heathrow

Mon 23/6

17:10-09:20

1 stop15h 10m

£468

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/5

14:30-07:00

1 stop17h 30m

London Heathrow

Mon 9/6

21:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

£471

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa (average of £287). Flying from South Africa in August will prove the most costly (average of £521). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on 30 March 2025.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from South Africa would be wise to consider leaving during Tuesday afternoons when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Friday at midday when fares are usually the most expensive.

Which airlines fly from South Africa?

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

FlySafair

FlySafair

From £49

British Airways

British Airways

From £574

Airlink

Airlink

From £52

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

From £248

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

The cheapest city to fly to from South Africa is Durban King Shaka Intl, with prices starting at £17. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Durban King Shaka Intl

Durban King Shaka Intl

From £23

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Johannesburg OR Tambo

From £24

Bloemfontein Intl

Bloemfontein Intl

From £34

Cape Town Intl

Cape Town Intl

From £37

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.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,215 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,215 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,215 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,215 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
780 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,215 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,215 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,563 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,215 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

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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 30 April 2025.

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo airport offers the cheapest routes to Singapore, from £380; whereas Cape Town Intl airport is typically cheaper if you're flying to London, from £459. 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 November; with August 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 Johannesburg to London from £380 round trip
    Travel from Johannesburg to Singapore from £544 round trip
    Travel from Cape Town to Pamplona from £626 round trip

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