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Cheap flights from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport from £214

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 23/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LHR
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheap 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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

£471

One-way from

£214

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£559

Good round-trip deal

£547 or less

Good one-way deal

£334 or less
28/7-12/8
  • 28/7-12/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 25m 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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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (£41 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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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 13 June 2025.

Sun 15/620:40JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 22/622:15LHR - JNB
Nonstop11h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/6£471
Sat 26/709:50JNB - LHR
1 stop33h 55mEtihad Airways
Sat 23/814:45LHR - JNB
1 stop16h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/6£472
Wed 18/623:15JNB - LHR
1 stop22h 40mKLM
Sat 16/811:45LHR - JNB
1 stop32h 35mKLM
Deal found 12/6£481
Mon 14/709:50JNB - LHR
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 24/720:05LHR - JNB
2 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6£483
Sat 21/616:50JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 10mRwandAir
Tue 24/621:20LHR - JNB
1 stop17h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 12/6£484
Wed 23/719:00JNB - LHR
2 stops23h 05mBrussels Airlines
Wed 3/906:50LHR - JNB
2 stops24h 45mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 11/6£500
Fri 13/619:00JNB - LHR
2 stops38h 20mAustrian Airlines
Thu 19/606:00LHR - JNB
2 stops25h 35mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 11/6£501
Tue 23/919:25JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 10mBritish Airways
Tue 21/1021:25LHR - JNB
Nonstop11h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/6£503
Wed 9/714:30JNB - LHR
1 stop19h 35mEthiopian Air
Thu 24/721:00LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/6£505
Tue 23/1210:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Fri 2/116:40LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 11/6£520
Sat 11/1001:25JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 50mKenya Airways
Sun 26/1017:25LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/6£531
Sun 3/823:15CPT - LHR
1 stop33h 25mKLM
Tue 19/819:15LHR - CPT
1 stop25h 10mKLM
Deal found 12/6£532

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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 13 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Heathrow

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/7

09:50-07:00

1 stop22h 10m

London Heathrow

Tue 12/8

20:05-08:20

2 stops35h 15m

£471

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/7

09:50-18:45

1 stop33h 55m

London Heathrow

Sat 23/8

14:45-08:20

1 stop16h 35m

£472

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/10

23:55-13:50

1 stop15h 55m

London Heathrow

Thu 27/11

11:45-09:15

2 stops19h 30m

£481

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/9

16:50-09:00

1 stop17h 10m

London Heathrow

Wed 24/9

21:20-14:20

1 stop16h 00m

£486

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/7

19:00-17:05

2 stops23h 05m

London Heathrow

Wed 3/9

06:50-08:35

2 stops24h 45m

£500

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/10

19:25-05:35

Nonstop11h 10m

London Heathrow

Wed 29/10

18:25-07:30

Nonstop11h 05m

£501

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/10

19:00-21:40

2 stops27h 40m

London Heathrow

Sun 26/10

19:25-09:30

2 stops36h 05m

£503

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/7

14:30-09:05

1 stop19h 35m

London Heathrow

Thu 24/7

21:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

£505

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/12

19:35-04:55

Nonstop11h 20m

London Heathrow

Mon 29/12

22:30-11:30

Nonstop11h 00m

£518

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/10

01:25-16:15

1 stop15h 50m

London Heathrow

Sun 26/10

17:25-10:55

1 stop15h 30m

£531

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport (average of £112). Flying from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £164). 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 13 June 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on 8 June 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to London Heathrow Airport flight should consider departing on Friday mornings 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.

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 13 June 2025.

The most flights from ZA0 to LHR are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in Heathrow by month

Plan your trip to Heathrow by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London Heathrow Airport ranges from 40.0 - 70.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit London Heathrow Airport when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Heathrow by month

Plan your trip to Heathrow by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to London Heathrow Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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 13 June 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, KLM and Austrian Airlines from South Africa to London. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,624 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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.

  • 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 £214. Users have also found prices from £270 and £280 on Emirates and Turkish Airlines, 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 (90%), Iberia (90%), British Airways (90%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £319. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow) can be booked for £383 on average our data indicates £1,566 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport (average of £112). Flying from South Africa to London Heathrow Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £164). 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 13 June 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest£282Average£510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£350Average£584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£371Average£501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£400Average£564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£420Average£491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£429Average£611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£447Average£601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapest£459Average£536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£466Average£605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£486Average£574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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