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Cheap flights from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport from £238

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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LHR
17 Aug — 24 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Heathrow

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Heathrow
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Heathrow. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 July 2026.

Sat 1/817:55
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Lufthansa
Mon 31/813:30
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop19h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 14/7£520
Sun 2/817:55
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Lufthansa
Thu 27/813:30
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop19h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 15/7£525
Thu 5/1109:30
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop24h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/1112:05
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop17h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7£530
Mon 3/809:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sat 22/821:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/7£539
Fri 24/723:15
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop18h 00m
KLM
Sat 23/106:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop13h 30m
KLM
Deal found 15/7£540
Wed 2/903:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop31h 35m
RwandAir
Mon 14/921:20
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
RwandAir
Deal found 14/7£542
Tue 28/717:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop16h 15m
RwandAir
Mon 14/921:20
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
RwandAir
Deal found 15/7£543
Thu 10/1203:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop29h 10m
RwandAir
Fri 8/120:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop14h 55m
RwandAir
Deal found 15/7£544
Thu 1/1017:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 00m
RwandAir
Wed 4/1120:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop14h 55m
RwandAir
Deal found 13/7£545
Thu 23/713:30
JNB
-
LHR
2 stops32h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 22/1011:20
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops21h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/7£546
Wed 23/1209:20
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop24h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/113:50
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop15h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7£547
Sun 26/718:35
JNB
-
LHR
2 stops26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/809:55
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7£547

Find flight deals from South Africa to Heathrow

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Heathrow flight deals. Data was last updated 18 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£520

One-way from

£238

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£667

Good round-trip deal

£641 or less

Good one-way deal

£363 or less
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 1/8-31/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 45m total
  • South Africa to London
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 12/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 55m total
  • South Africa to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (£42 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Heathrow 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 18 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/10

03:10-07:00

1 stop28h 50m

London Heathrow

Wed 28/10

20:30-13:25

1 stop14h 55m

£560

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/12

09:50-18:10

1 stop34h 20m

London Heathrow

Sun 13/12

20:55-08:20

1 stop33h 25m

£572

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/8

23:15-19:30

1 stop21h 15m

London Heathrow

Tue 11/8

11:45-10:20

2 stops21h 35m

£573

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

13:30-14:55

2 stops27h 25m

London Heathrow

Sat 30/1

16:30-09:40

2 stops39h 10m

£590

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/10

08:00-21:45

1 stop14h 45m

London Heathrow

Fri 9/10

06:00-20:55

1 stop13h 55m

£610

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

18:00-16:00

1 stop23h 00m

London Heathrow

Thu 3/9

11:20-09:40

2 stops21h 20m

£613

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/11

03:10-06:20

1 stop29h 10m

London Heathrow

Tue 1/12

14:55-13:25

2 stops20h 30m

£613

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/11

17:45-14:00

2 stops22h 15m

London Heathrow

Sat 9/1

20:20-13:25

1 stop15h 05m

£618

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

17:45-09:00

1 stop16h 15m

London Heathrow

Thu 29/10

14:15-13:25

2 stops21h 10m

£619

DurbanLondon

DUR - LHR

DURLHR

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 8/11

17:00-08:05

2 stops17h 05m

London Heathrow

Sun 15/11

16:40-14:00

2 stops19h 20m

£625

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Heathrow

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport (average of £568). Flying from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £716). 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 LHR?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Heathrow. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 July 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa to Heathrow. 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 18 July 2026.

The most flights from ZA0 to LHR are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

How often are flights from South Africa to London delayed?

About 5% of weekly flights between South Africa and London have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 179 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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

Over the past year, Virgin Atlantic have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% of flights being delayed.

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

The best time to book flights from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport is 61 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Heathrow

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Heathrow. 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 Heathrow. Reviews last updated 18 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,RwandAir, andVirgin Atlantic from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,629 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,629 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,629 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
RwandAir
7.8
Good
42 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,629 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
693 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,629 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,143 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,629 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,122 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,629 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like RwandAir, Etihad Airways, and KLM fly from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport in about 21h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 05m. There are 5634 mi between South Africa and London Heathrow Airport. 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 Heathrow Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £210. Users have also found prices from £228 and £232 on Qatar Airways and SWISS, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow or Sun City Resort Pilansberg - London Heathrow, Cape Town Intl - London Heathrow is the most popular route from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport on time: Scandinavian Airlines (95%), China Eastern (95%), Delta (95%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £248. While the most popular route (Cape Town Intl - London Heathrow) can be booked for £527 on average, our data indicates £1,192 when flying from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Heathrow?

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport (average of £568). Flying from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £716). 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 South Africa to Heathrow

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Heathrow. 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 18 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest£320Average£644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air AlgerieCheapest£364Average£404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£376Average£466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapest£403Average£616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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RwandAirCheapest£447Average£514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest£449Average£607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£467Average£654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£480Average£654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£499Average£596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£511Average£776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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