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Cheap flights from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport from £222

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 17/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LHR
9 Apr — 16 Apr1
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 10 March 2026.

Wed 1/409:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 22/421:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/3£436
Fri 1/509:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Fri 15/514:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/3£437
Fri 1/509:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 8/521:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/3£438
Fri 1/509:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Thu 14/514:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/3£439
Sat 28/309:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 10/409:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/3£443
Fri 1/509:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop33h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sat 16/509:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/3£443
Wed 1/409:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 20/421:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/3£444
Wed 1/409:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 15m
Etihad Airways
Thu 16/420:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/3£446
Wed 22/409:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 29/421:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/3£446
Thu 23/415:25
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop16h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 29/421:00
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop15h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3£516
Wed 4/1109:30
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop15h 25m
Lufthansa
Tue 17/1108:45
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop20h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 10/3£516
Mon 26/1015:25
CPT
-
LHR
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/1120:15
LHR
-
CPT
1 stop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/3£517

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 10 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£436

One-way from

£222

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£548

Good round-trip deal

£591 or less

Good one-way deal

£354 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 1/4-21/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 45m total
  • South Africa to London
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 23/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 10m total
  • South Africa to London
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 10 March 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 26/6

09:50-18:45

1 stop33h 55m

London Heathrow

Sat 4/7

14:45-08:20

1 stop16h 35m

£514

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

14:45-06:35

1 stop16h 50m

London Heathrow

Thu 12/11

18:30-07:35

Nonstop11h 05m

£591
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/6

19:25-05:35

Nonstop11h 10m

London Heathrow

Wed 17/6

19:00-07:00

Nonstop11h 00m

£591

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

21:15-07:30

Nonstop11h 15m

London Heathrow

Fri 12/6

21:20-09:25

Nonstop11h 05m

£594

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

19:25-05:35

Nonstop11h 10m

London Heathrow

Fri 26/6

21:25-15:20

1 stop16h 55m

£595

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LHR

CPTLHR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/5

13:50-17:00

1 stop28h 10m

London Heathrow

Mon 18/5

21:00-13:00

1 stop15h 00m

£598

DurbanLondon

DUR - LHR

DURLHR

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 21/5

17:00-16:15

2 stops24h 15m

London Heathrow

Sun 21/6

20:55-10:40

2 stops36h 45m

£598

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

15:20-11:20

2 stops21h 00m

London Heathrow

Sun 30/8

18:40-09:20

1 stop13h 40m

£622

Port ElizabethLondon

PLZ - LHR

PLZLHR

Port Elizabeth

Tue 21/4

15:45-22:40

2 stops31h 55m

London Heathrow

Tue 28/4

16:25-11:55

2 stops18h 30m

£622

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

13:30-21:05

2 stops32h 35m

London Heathrow

Fri 12/6

16:45-10:30

1 stop16h 45m

£626

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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 £394). Flying from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £480). 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 10 March 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 10 March 2026.

The most flights from ZA0 to LHR are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How often are flights from South Africa to London delayed?

About 4% of weekly flights between South Africa and London have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 175 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 Thursday 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, British Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 4% of flights being delayed.

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 10 March 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
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
RwandAir
7.7
Good
40 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
680 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,841 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,781 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

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 Etihad Airways, British Airways, and Ethiopian Air fly from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport in about 16h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 17h 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 Norse Atlantic UK. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £135. Users have also found prices from £207 and £229 on Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Cape Town Intl - London Heathrow or Sun City Resort Pilansberg - London Heathrow, Johannesburg OR Tambo - 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: American Airlines (91%), Iberia (91%), British Airways (91%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £325. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow) can be booked for £365 on average, our data indicates £995 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 £394). Flying from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £480). 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 10 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest£320Average£570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapest£404Average£564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£424Average£457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapest£426Average£528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£443Average£625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£446Average£549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapest£448Average£511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£481Average£628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£490Average£617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£499Average£570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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