How long is the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Africa?

ITA Airways, British Airways, and Aegean Airlines can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Africa in just under 5h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 15m. The distance from London Heathrow Airport to Africa is about 2194 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

£68 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Vueling. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Iberia and Tunisair, with prices starting from £82 and £88, respectively.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

What are the most popular routes from London Heathrow Airport to Africa?

While some choose either London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl or London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo, London Heathrow - Lagos Murtala Muhammed is the most popular route from London Heathrow Airport to Africa.

What are the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Africa?

On average you can expect to pay £1,757 for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Africa. The cheapest flight overall is £539 while the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Lagos Murtala Muhammed) is currently priced at £391.

What are the most reliable airlines from London Heathrow Airport to Africa?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Africa are Scandinavian Airlines (81%), Delta (81%) and Virgin Atlantic (81%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from London Heathrow Airport to Africa?

British Airways, Ethiopian Air and RwandAir are the most popular airlines when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Africa.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to Africa?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow 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.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Africa (average of £631). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of £977). 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 AF?

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 48% on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Africa by exploring options for tickets at midday.

Weekly flight availability from London Heathrow Airport to Africa

The most flights from LHR to AF0 are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

How often are flights from London to Africa delayed?

About 22% of weekly flights between London and Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 117 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Africa flights?

Over the past year, Virgin Atlantic have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

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

The price you pay for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Africa 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 day to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Africa?

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Africa

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with RwandAir,Virgin Atlantic, andEthiopian Air from London Heathrow Airport to Africa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

RwandAir

7.9

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KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

RwandAir

7.9

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42 reviews

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Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Virgin Atlantic

7.5

Good

699 reviews

RwandAir

7.9

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10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Ethiopian Air

7.1

Good

1,042 reviews

RwandAir

7.9

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42 reviews

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10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Kenya Airways

6.7

Okay

336 reviews

RwandAir

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10.0

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Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

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British Airways

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KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

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How long is the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Africa?
ITA Airways, British Airways, and Aegean Airlines can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Africa in just under 5h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 15m. The distance from London Heathrow Airport to Africa is about 2194 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Africa one-way?
£68 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Vueling. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Iberia and Tunisair, with prices starting from £82 and £88, respectively.
What are the most popular routes from London Heathrow Airport to Africa?
While some choose either London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl or London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo, London Heathrow - Lagos Murtala Muhammed is the most popular route from London Heathrow Airport to Africa.
What are the most reliable airlines from London Heathrow Airport to Africa?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Africa are Scandinavian Airlines (81%), Delta (81%) and Virgin Atlantic (81%).
What are the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Africa?
On average you can expect to pay £1,757 for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Africa. The cheapest flight overall is £539 while the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Lagos Murtala Muhammed) is currently priced at £391.
Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to Africa that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Heathrow to Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to Africa?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Heathrow to Africa.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Heathrow to Africa?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport to Africa?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Africa (average of £631). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of £977). 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 Africa

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Wizz Air	Cheapest£34	Average£77	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Wizz Air flights
easyJet	Cheapest£50	Average£233	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time86%	Search easyJet flights
Ryanair	Cheapest£51	Average£72	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Ryanair flights
South African	Cheapest£55	Average£65	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search South African flights
FlySafair	Cheapest£55	Average£85	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search FlySafair flights
Airlink	Cheapest£61	Average£97	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Airlink flights
Tunisair	Cheapest£128	Average£202	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time36%	Search Tunisair flights
Iberia	Cheapest£134	Average£321	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Iberia flights
TAP AIR PORTUGAL	Cheapest£158	Average£236	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights
Aegean Airlines	Cheapest£178	Average£456	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time87%	Search Aegean Airlines flights

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LHR to AF?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow 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 30 October 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 48% on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Africa by exploring options for tickets at midday.

Weekly flight availability from London Heathrow Airport to Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from Heathrow 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 30 October 2026.

The most flights from LHR to AF0 are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

How often are flights from London to Africa delayed?

About 22% of weekly flights between London and Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 117 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Africa flights?

Over the past year, Virgin Atlantic have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

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

The price you pay for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Africa 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 day to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Heathrow to Africa. Price data was last updated on 24 October 2026.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Africa

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with RwandAir,Virgin Atlantic, andEthiopian Air from London Heathrow Airport to Africa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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