Cheap flights from London to Johannesburg from £367

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 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — JNB
20 Dec — 27 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Johannesburg are usually found in May or March, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from London to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) 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 20 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£501

One-way from

£367

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£586
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 20/1-30/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 45m total
  • London to Johannesburg
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 8/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 05m total
  • London to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£33 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£19 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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Cheapest flights from London to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 November 2025.

Fri 28/1120:15LHR - JNB
1 stop32h 50mLufthansa
Tue 9/1210:10JNB - LHR
2 stops23h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 19/11£501
Fri 28/1120:15LHR - JNB
1 stop32h 50mLufthansa
Sun 7/1210:10JNB - LHR
2 stops23h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 18/11£503
Tue 2/1211:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1210:10JNB - LHR
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11£504
Fri 28/1113:55LHR - JNB
1 stop16h 25mEtihad Airways
Fri 30/109:50JNB - LHR
1 stop28h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/11£504
Sun 28/1206:30LHR - JNB
1 stop25h 00mLufthansa
Wed 21/119:45JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 19/11£505
Sun 28/1210:00LGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 25/114:30JNB - LGW
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/11£506
Thu 20/1111:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1210:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11£506
Mon 24/1108:50LHR - JNB
1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways
Wed 3/1209:50JNB - LHR
1 stop30h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 18/11£507
Thu 20/1117:30LHR - JNB
1 stop14h 00mLufthansa
Tue 2/1210:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 19/11£507
Thu 4/1211:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1210:10JNB - LHR
1 stop23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11£508
Thu 20/1114:00LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 10mEgyptair
Mon 24/1121:45JNB - LHR
1 stop16h 50mEgyptair
Deal found 17/11£509
Sun 23/1111:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1110:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11£510

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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London

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Johannesburg

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Return

Price

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 15/1

10:00-03:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

£504

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 18/1

10:00-03:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

£504

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Mon 19/1

18:15-09:30

1 stop13h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

20:15-08:40

1 stop14h 25m

£504

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Thu 29/1

17:40-10:30

1 stop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

20:15-08:40

1 stop14h 25m

£505

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Mon 1/12

10:00-20:10

1 stop32h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/12

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

£513

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Tue 28/4

10:10-03:55

1 stop16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

14:30-06:25

1 stop16h 55m

£516

LondonJohannesburg

LTN - JNB

LTNJNB

London Luton

Sat 29/11

20:50-08:20

2 stops33h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/12

09:50-14:00

2 stops30h 10m

£523

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Wed 21/1

17:40-10:30

1 stop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

20:15-08:40

1 stop14h 25m

£535

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Fri 23/1

17:40-10:30

1 stop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

19:45-09:15

1 stop15h 30m

£548

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Thu 15/1

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

23:59-16:35

1 stop18h 36m

£552

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Best time to book a flight from London to Johannesburg

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 14 November 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from London to Johannesburg may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Johannesburg (average of £399). Flying from London to Johannesburg in August is currently the most expensive (average of £542). 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 LON to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 20 November 2025.

When flying from London to Johannesburg, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 17% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 10 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from London to Johannesburg

Explore weekly flight availability from London 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 20 November 2025.

The most flights from LON to ZA1 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 much does it cost for a return flight from London to Johannesburg?

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 20 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with RwandAir, Virgin Atlantic, andEthiopian Air from London to Johannesburg by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from London to Johannesburg?

    Departing from London to Johannesburg will take you 14h 50m. London and Johannesburg are separated by a distance of 5627 mi. 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 to Johannesburg round-trip?

    According to our current data, Ethiopian Air (£416), Lufthansa (£422), and Kenya Airways (£430) offers the cheapest pricing from London to Johannesburg. You may be able to fly from London to Johannesburg for 36% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London to Johannesburg one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Kenya Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £367. Etihad Airways flights start at £372 while deals on SWISS start at £381 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Johannesburg?

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

    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 London to Johannesburg on time: Scandinavian Airlines (97%), China Eastern (97%), Delta (97%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from London to Johannesburg?

    The cheapest flight price from London to Johannesburg is £575. On average you can expect to pay £3,591. The most popular route, (London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo), can usually be booked for £415.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London 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 to Johannesburg?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Johannesburg (average of £399). Flying from London to Johannesburg in August is currently the most expensive (average of £542). 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 are the most eco-friendly airlines from London to Johannesburg?

    There are two airlines that offer one-stop trips to Johannesburg from London. Unfortunately, there are no direct flights due to the distance covered on this 13-hour flight. The two choices you have for one-stop flights are with either KLM or Qatar Airways. Both airlines are actively contributing to the development of eco-friendly flying. Qatar runs environmental programs that focus on the rapidly increasing problem of climate change. They do this by identifying opportunities to reduce the weight and fuel consumption of their air carriers. They also optimise their flight plans and develop new methods to reduce the use of energy while taxing to and from the runway. KLM run a corporate sustainable aviation fuel program that focuses on developing new kinds of fuels that will eliminate carbon emissions altogether.

  • How can I fly more sustainably from London to Goa?

    You are making a smart choice for sustainable travel when deciding to fly with Qatar on the route from London to Johannesburg. They will help you achieve the goal of being a more sustainable traveller with their policies and offers available for their flights. Firstly they offer a voluntary carbon offset program which offers the passenger a way to offset their CO2 emissions. Flying with them means you are supporting an airline that donates any waste food to local charities and only make use of recycled materials. As a company, they have a zero-tolerance policy on the illegal transportation of wildlife and invest a lot of time and money in providing protection for animals who can't protect themselves.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest£416Average£694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapest£422Average£693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£430Average£528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EgyptairCheapest£438Average£506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapest£455Average£671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£469Average£548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapest£471Average£721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£473Average£605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapest£474Average£668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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RwandAirCheapest£481Average£606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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