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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Johannesburg from £294

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 14/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — JNB
10 Mar — 17 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to Johannesburg

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Cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Kingdom to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 February 2026.

Mon 11/520:25
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 15m
Lufthansa
Mon 18/508:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/2£442
Mon 2/310:00
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 14/314:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8/2£444
Sun 1/320:15
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop32h 50m
Lufthansa
Thu 19/310:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Lufthansa
Deal found 8/2£444
Sun 10/519:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop34h 50m
Condor
Sun 24/518:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop15h 20m
Condor
Deal found 7/2£444
Tue 28/413:40
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 00m
Lufthansa
Mon 18/508:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/2£444
Wed 27/519:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Condor
Fri 26/618:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop21h 05m
Condor
Deal found 7/2£445
Tue 2/615:35
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop14h 55m
Condor
Fri 3/718:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop21h 05m
Condor
Deal found 8/2£446
Thu 5/314:50
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops16h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/310:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2£446
Thu 5/310:00
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 15/314:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/2£446
Sun 8/215:00
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Air France
Mon 16/219:20
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 35m
Air France
Deal found 6/2£446
Mon 2/310:00
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 23/314:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8/2£447
Fri 5/619:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Condor
Fri 19/618:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop15h 20m
Condor
Deal found 6/2£448

Find flight deals from United Kingdom to Johannesburg

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Kingdom to Johannesburg flight deals. Data was last updated 8 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£442

One-way from

£294

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£546
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 11/5-18/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 10m total
  • United Kingdom to Johannesburg
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  • 14/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 10m total
  • United Kingdom to Johannesburg
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LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 4/6

10:20-08:45

1 stop21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/6

18:35-08:55

1 stop15h 20m

£446

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Tue 2/6

15:35-07:30

1 stop14h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

18:35-08:55

1 stop15h 20m

£446

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Mon 1/6

15:35-07:30

1 stop14h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

18:35-14:40

1 stop21h 05m

£446

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 14/5

15:35-08:45

1 stop16h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

18:35-08:55

1 stop15h 20m

£447

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sat 16/5

15:35-07:50

1 stop15h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

18:35-08:55

1 stop15h 20m

£447

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Tue 24/2

18:30-13:05

2 stops16h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

14:30-07:30

2 stops19h 00m

£457

ManchesterJohannesburg

MAN - JNB

MANJNB

Manchester

Tue 10/3

18:30-13:05

2 stops16h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

14:30-07:30

2 stops19h 00m

£457

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sat 28/2

17:50-22:05

1 stop26h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

23:59-13:50

1 stop15h 51m

£460

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 19/2

10:00-03:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

£461

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 4/3

13:50-07:05

1 stop15h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

10:10-22:55

1 stop14h 45m

£470

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Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Kingdom to Johannesburg

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Johannesburg (average of £359). Flying from United Kingdom to Johannesburg in August is currently the most expensive (average of £522). 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 GB to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 8 February 2026.

When flying from United Kingdom to Johannesburg, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from United Kingdom to Johannesburg

Explore weekly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 8 February 2026.

The most flights from GB0 to ZA1 are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How often are flights from the United Kingdom to Johannesburg delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between United Kingdom and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 117 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United Kingdom to Johannesburg flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

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

Tuesday 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 the United Kingdom to Johannesburg flights?

Over the past year, Virgin Atlantic have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

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 8 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, RwandAir, andVirgin Atlantic from the United Kingdom 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.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,450 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,450 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,450 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
RwandAir
7.7
Good
40 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,450 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
678 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,450 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
958 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,450 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,721 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,450 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from United Kingdom to Johannesburg. 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 United Kingdom to Johannesburg?

    There are many flights that can get you from United Kingdom to Johannesburg in 16h 35m. Fly via Condor, Ethiopian Air, or KLM to get the fastest option. The distance from United Kingdom to Johannesburg is about 5785 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Egyptair. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £263. Users have also found prices from £269 and £282 on Kenya Airways and Etihad Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from United Kingdom to Johannesburg?

    The most popular flight routes from United Kingdom to Johannesburg are London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo, London Gatwick - Johannesburg OR Tambo and London Stansted - Johannesburg OR Tambo.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from United Kingdom to Johannesburg?

    Before booking your flight to Johannesburg from United Kingdom, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (60%), Iberia (60%), British Airways( 60%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Johannesburg?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £490. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo) can be booked for £389 on average, our data indicates £3,725 when flying from United Kingdom to Johannesburg.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from United Kingdom to Johannesburg?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to Johannesburg?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Johannesburg (average of £359). Flying from United Kingdom to Johannesburg in August is currently the most expensive (average of £522). 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 United Kingdom to Johannesburg

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from United Kingdom 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 8 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest£309Average£577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£329Average£665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air AlgerieCheapest£346Average£413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£399Average£601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£399Average£684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£404Average£599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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CondorCheapest£412Average£472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£414Average£612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EgyptairCheapest£442Average£497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapest£444Average£642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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