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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Johannesburg from £296

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 19/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — JNB
11 Feb — 18 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 12 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£464

One-way from

£296

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£587
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 4/2-14/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 15m total
  • United Kingdom to Johannesburg
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19/1
  • 19/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 20m total
  • United Kingdom to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (£22 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£15 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 12 January 2026.

Wed 4/220:55
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sat 14/209:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/1£464
Thu 26/220:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 50m
RwandAir
Wed 4/303:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop29h 10m
RwandAir
Deal found 12/1£465
Thu 22/120:15
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop14h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 31/114:30
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop18h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/1£468
Sat 17/120:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 50m
RwandAir
Tue 20/116:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop15h 30m
RwandAir
Deal found 12/1£469
Sun 17/510:10
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 31/514:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop16h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/1£470
Tue 20/117:40
LCY
-
JNB
1 stop14h 50m
SWISS
Tue 3/220:15
JNB
-
LCY
1 stop14h 30m
SWISS
Deal found 11/1£470
Tue 20/117:10
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/210:10
JNB
-
LHR
2 stops23h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1£470
Mon 2/210:00
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 14/214:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/1£471
Tue 27/117:40
LCY
-
JNB
1 stop14h 50m
SWISS
Tue 3/220:15
JNB
-
LCY
1 stop14h 30m
SWISS
Deal found 9/1£471
Wed 30/921:20
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
RwandAir
Wed 14/1016:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop15h 10m
RwandAir
Deal found 12/1£471
Tue 27/110:00
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 14/214:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/1£471
Mon 2/207:40
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 25m
Lufthansa
Sun 15/210:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Lufthansa
Deal found 10/1£471

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

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LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 26/4

10:10-03:55

1 stop16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

14:30-06:25

1 stop16h 55m

£474

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 5/2

13:55-08:20

1 stop16h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

09:50-12:05

1 stop28h 15m

£474

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 28/1

20:55-08:20

1 stop33h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

09:50-14:30

1 stop30h 40m

£474

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Mon 2/2

17:50-22:05

1 stop26h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

23:59-18:25

1 stop20h 26m

£477

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Fri 27/2

18:55-22:05

1 stop25h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/3

23:59-13:15

1 stop15h 16m

£477

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Tue 27/1

17:50-22:05

1 stop26h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

23:59-13:15

1 stop15h 16m

£477

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Mon 26/1

17:50-22:05

1 stop26h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

23:59-16:35

1 stop18h 36m

£477

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Tue 3/2

17:50-22:05

1 stop26h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

23:59-13:15

1 stop15h 16m

£477

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Tue 27/1

17:40-10:30

1 stop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

20:15-08:45

1 stop14h 30m

£482

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Mon 2/3

19:10-10:30

1 stop13h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

20:15-08:40

1 stop14h 25m

£482

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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 £390). Flying from United Kingdom to Johannesburg in August is currently the most expensive (average of £532). 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 12 January 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 12 January 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 120 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 5% 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 12 January 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
1,436 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

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
1,436 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,436 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

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
1,436 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

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
1,436 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

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
940 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,436 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

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
7,664 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,436 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

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 25m. Fly via Ethiopian Air, Etihad Airways, or KLM to get the fastest option. The distance from United Kingdom to Johannesburg is about 5634 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 £279. Users have also found prices from £282 and £288 on Etihad Airways and Kenya 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 City - Johannesburg OR Tambo and London Gatwick - 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: Scandinavian Airlines (75%), China Eastern (75%), Delta( 75%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £496. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo) can be booked for £354 on average, our data indicates £3,815 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 £390). Flying from United Kingdom to Johannesburg in August is currently the most expensive (average of £532). 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 12 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest£314Average£597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£404Average£698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£406Average£592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£406Average£608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£421Average£609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EgyptairCheapest£422Average£493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapest£451Average£627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£461Average£651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air AlgerieCheapest£463Average£478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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RwandAirCheapest£473Average£695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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