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Cheap flights from South Africa to London Gatwick Airport from £161

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 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LGW
3 Dec — 10 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Gatwick
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Gatwick. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 November 2025.

Sat 15/1114:30JNB - LGW
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Sun 7/1210:00LGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/11£482
Mon 10/1114:35CPT - LGW
1 stop17h 05mEthiopian Air
Tue 25/1110:00LGW - CPT
2 stops20h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/11£483
Tue 11/1123:00JNB - LGW
1 stop32h 40mEthiopian Air
Thu 20/1110:00LGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/11£484
Tue 18/1123:00JNB - LGW
1 stop32h 40mEthiopian Air
Tue 25/1110:00LGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/11£484
Mon 17/1114:35CPT - LGW
1 stop17h 05mEthiopian Air
Tue 25/1110:00LGW - CPT
2 stops20h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/11£485
Sun 9/1120:15JNB - LGW
1 stop23h 35mSWISS
Tue 25/1118:40LGW - JNB
1 stop13h 50mSWISS
Deal found 2/11£485
Sun 9/1120:15JNB - LGW
1 stop23h 35mSWISS
Tue 2/1218:40LGW - JNB
1 stop13h 50mSWISS
Deal found 3/11£487
Wed 12/1108:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1208:50LGW - CPT
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11£497
Mon 10/1114:35CPT - LGW
1 stop17h 05mEthiopian Air
Mon 17/1110:00LGW - CPT
1 stop26h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/11£498
Tue 11/1101:35JNB - LGW
1 stop30h 45mKenya Airways
Mon 24/1110:20LGW - JNB
1 stop22h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 31/10£501
Mon 15/1214:30JNB - LGW
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 30/1210:00LGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/11£503
Tue 2/1212:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Mon 8/1220:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 1/11£504

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Gatwick

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Gatwick flight deals. Data was last updated 3 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£482

One-way from

£161

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£537

Good round-trip deal

£324 or less

Good one-way deal

£136 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 15/11-7/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 05m total
  • South Africa to London
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Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 2/12
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 45m total
  • South Africa to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£36 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to London Gatwick.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Gatwick 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 3 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to London Gatwick Airport that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Gatwick

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/11

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

London Gatwick

Sun 7/12

10:00-03:55

1 stop15h 55m

£482

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/12

12:30-22:15

Nonstop11h 45m

London Gatwick

Mon 8/12

20:30-10:00

Nonstop11h 30m

£509

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

London Gatwick

Tue 7/4

10:10-03:55

1 stop16h 45m

£512

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/12

01:35-06:25

1 stop30h 50m

London Gatwick

Thu 15/1

10:20-15:50

1 stop27h 30m

£518

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

London Gatwick

Tue 30/12

10:00-03:55

1 stop15h 55m

£524

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

19:10-09:20

1 stop16h 10m

London Gatwick

Sun 22/2

10:15-10:50

1 stop22h 35m

£538

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

17:00-06:20

1 stop15h 20m

London Gatwick

Thu 8/1

10:20-00:25

1 stop36h 05m

£541

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/12

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

London Gatwick

Sun 28/12

10:00-03:55

1 stop15h 55m

£545

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

London Gatwick

Sun 28/12

10:00-03:55

1 stop15h 55m

£545

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Sat 24/1

15:25-05:40

1 stop16h 15m

London Gatwick

Sun 1/2

10:00-08:20

2 stops20h 20m

£547

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Gatwick

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to London Gatwick Airport

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to London Gatwick Airport (average of £309). Flying from South Africa to London Gatwick Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £553). 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 ZA to LGW?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Gatwick. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from South Africa to London Gatwick Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 9% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to London Gatwick Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Gatwick. Price data was last updated on 2 November 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Gatwick

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Gatwick. 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 Gatwick. Reviews last updated 3 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, SWISS, andQatar Airways from South Africa to London Gatwick Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,400 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,400 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,400 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,776 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,400 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,660 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,400 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,039 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,400 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Norse Atlantic UK
7.2
Good
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,400 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Gatwick. 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 South Africa to London Gatwick Airport?

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air, Norse Atlantic UK, and Kenya Airways fly from South Africa to London Gatwick Airport in about 11h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 19h 05m. The distance between South Africa and London Gatwick Airport is about 5988 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £163 on Norse Atlantic UK. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from £254 and Emirates from £313 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Gatwick, Cape Town Intl - London Gatwick or Durban King Shaka Intl - London Gatwick when deciding on the best route from South Africa to London Gatwick Airport.

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

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Gatwick 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 South Africa to London Gatwick Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to London Gatwick Airport (average of £309). Flying from South Africa to London Gatwick Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £553). 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 7 airlines flying from South Africa to Gatwick

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Gatwick. 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 3 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Norse Atlantic UKCheapest£288Average£423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapest£330Average£534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£445Average£488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£475Average£626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£504Average£576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£505Average£546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£524Average£679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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