Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg from £376

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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — JNB
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Johannesburg are usually found in May or February, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to Johannesburg (ZA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 29 August 2025.

Round-trip from

£526

One-way from

£376

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£758
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 22/11-28/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 55m total
  • London to Johannesburg
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 35m total
  • London to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£43 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£20 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 August 2025.

Sat 22/1108:35LHR - JNB
2 stops27h 45mRwandAir
Fri 28/1103:10JNB - LHR
1 stop29h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 28/8£526
Wed 1/1021:45LHR - JNB
1 stop33h 35mEtihad Airways
Wed 29/1009:50JNB - LHR
1 stop22h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 28/8£527
Thu 20/1119:20LHR - JNB
1 stop35h 00mEtihad Airways
Mon 24/1109:50JNB - LHR
1 stop22h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 28/8£528
Sat 27/915:05LHR - JNB
2 stops22h 15mRwandAir
Sat 18/1016:50JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 28/8£528
Thu 28/821:00LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 05mEthiopian Air
Mon 6/1022:50JNB - LHR
1 stop19h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/8£530
Tue 16/921:00LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 05mEthiopian Air
Sun 8/322:50JNB - LHR
1 stop17h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/8£531
Wed 5/1120:30LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 50mRwandAir
Sat 22/1103:10JNB - LHR
1 stop29h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 28/8£531
Fri 3/1021:00LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 05mEthiopian Air
Mon 27/1014:30JNB - LHR
1 stop18h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/8£532
Thu 11/921:20LHR - JNB
1 stop16h 00mRwandAir
Thu 18/916:50JNB - LHR
1 stop17h 55mRwandAir
Deal found 28/8£533
Wed 5/1120:30LHR - JNB
1 stop27h 50mRwandAir
Fri 28/1103:10JNB - LHR
1 stop29h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 27/8£534
Thu 20/1120:20LHR - JNB
1 stop28h 00mRwandAir
Sat 29/1103:10JNB - LHR
1 stop29h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 28/8£534
Wed 3/906:30LHR - HLA
2 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/916:45HLA - LHR
2 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8£729

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow to Johannesburg 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 29 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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Heathrow

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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 25/9

21:45-08:20

1 stop33h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/10

09:50-15:15

1 stop30h 25m

£527

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sat 27/9

15:05-14:20

2 stops22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/9

03:10-07:00

1 stop28h 50m

£527

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 20/11

19:20-08:20

1 stop35h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

09:50-06:40

1 stop22h 50m

£528

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 14/10

21:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/10

14:30-09:05

1 stop19h 35m

£529

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sun 21/9

21:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

22:50-14:25

1 stop17h 35m

£531

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 16/9

21:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

22:50-14:25

1 stop17h 35m

£531

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 17/9

21:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

22:50-14:25

1 stop17h 35m

£531

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 16/9

21:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

14:30-06:35

1 stop18h 05m

£531

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 29/1

09:05-09:30

2 stops22h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

10:10-22:55

1 stop14h 45m

£534

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Fri 3/10

21:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

14:30-06:35

1 stop18h 05m

£535

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Johannesburg

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 54 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg (average of £703). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,090). 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 JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 August 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 33% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Heathrow to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg

Explore weekly flight availability from Heathrow to Johannesburg. 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 29 August 2025.

The most flights from LHR to ZA1 are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 29 August 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, RwandAir, andVirgin Atlantic from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg?

    Airlines like Etihad Airways, RwandAir, and Ethiopian Air fly from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg in about 15h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 18h 30m. There are 5634 mi between London Heathrow Airport and Johannesburg. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg round-trip?

    According to our current data, Egyptair (£422), Lufthansa (£434), and Kenya Airways (£436) offers the cheapest pricing from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg. Egyptair is currently priced 36% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Consider Delta (88%), China Eastern (75%) or WestJet (75%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg.

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

    The cheapest flight price from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg is £633. On average you can expect to pay £3,630. The most popular route, (London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo), can usually be booked for £372.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg?

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Amsterdam?

    If you're on a stopover in Amsterdam and looking for things to do, consider visiting De Dam, Melkweg, or Ziggo Dome. Those on a layover in Amsterdam interested in visiting De Dam, Melkweg, or Ziggo Dome can do so by travelling 7.0 mi, 6.3 mi, and 7.2 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol. Those landing in Amsterdam looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about £37 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to Johannesburg?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg (average of £703). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,090). 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 Johannesburg

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow to Johannesburg. 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 29 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EgyptairCheapest£422Average£487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest£434Average£631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£436Average£526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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SWISSCheapest£441Average£634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£449Average£531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£456Average£751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapest£458Average£541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest£458Average£637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£460Average£638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapest£473Average£807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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