Cheap flights from South Africa to London from £174
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JNB — LON
5 Dec — 12 Dec1
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to London
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to London. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 November 2026.
Fri 6/1117:45 -
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Deal found 2/11£516
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Best flights from South Africa to London
Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to London that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 5 November 2026.
Tue 1/1223:55 -
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Deal found 3/11£548
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Direct flights from South Africa to London
Explore direct flight options from South Africa to London based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 5 November 2026.
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Last-minute flights from South Africa to London
Discover last-minute flight deals from South Africa to London. Data last updated 5 November 2026 and is based on user searches.
Fri 6/1117:45 -
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One-way flights from South Africa to London
Search for one-way flight options from South Africa to London. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 5 November 2026.
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Deal found 5/11£181
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Find flight deals from South Africa to London
Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to London flight deals. Data was last updated 5 November 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to London 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 5 November 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to London that are best for you.
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Depart
Return
Price
Cheapest return flight
Cape TownLondon
CPT Cape Town Intl - LGW London Gatwick
CPTLGW
Cape Town Intl
Thu 28/1
11:30-21:25
Nonstop11h 55m
London Gatwick
Wed 31/12
00:00-01:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£217
Fastest return journey
JohannesburgLondon
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LHR London Heathrow
JNBLHR
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 3/12
21:40-06:55
Nonstop11h 15m
London Heathrow
Wed 31/12
00:00-01:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£250
DurbanLondon
DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - LGW London Gatwick
DURLGW
Durban King Shaka Intl
Tue 17/11
12:25-05:55
2 stops19h 30m
London Gatwick
Wed 31/12
00:00-01:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£261
JohannesburgLondon
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LGW London Gatwick
JNBLGW
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 30/11
06:30-21:15
1 stop16h 45m
London Gatwick
Wed 31/12
00:00-01:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£269
JohannesburgLondon
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - STN London Stansted
JNBSTN
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 24/11
18:50-12:05
1 stop19h 15m
London Stansted
Wed 31/12
00:00-01:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£287
JohannesburgLondon
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - STN London Stansted
JNBSTN
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 23/12
00:20-16:20
1 stop18h 00m
London Stansted
Wed 31/12
00:00-01:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£304
JohannesburgLondon
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LCY London City
JNBLCY
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 23/12
01:35-19:35
2 stops20h 00m
London City
Wed 31/12
00:00-01:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£311
DurbanLondon
DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - LHR London Heathrow
DURLHR
Durban King Shaka Intl
Wed 28/4
18:40-20:15
1 stop26h 35m
London Heathrow
Wed 31/12
00:00-01:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£312
JohannesburgLondon
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LHR London Heathrow
JNBLHR
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 8/2
09:50-14:30
1 stop30h 40m
London Heathrow
Wed 31/12
00:00-01:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£313
DurbanLondon
DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - STN London Stansted
DURSTN
Durban King Shaka Intl
Tue 17/11
19:05-12:05
1 stop19h 00m
London Stansted
Wed 31/12
00:00-01:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£314
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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to London
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to London
ZA0-LON
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to London?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to London (average of £569). Flying from South Africa to London in July is currently the most expensive (average of £705). 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 LON?
Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to London. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 November 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to London as you normally would.
Weekly flight availability from South Africa to London
Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa to London. 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 5 November 2026.
The most flights from ZA0 to LON are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).
How often are flights from South Africa to London delayed?
About 6% of weekly flights between South Africa and London have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 173 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to London flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to London flights?
Over the past year, Virgin Atlantic have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% of flights being delayed.
How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to London?
Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to London. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
Reviews of airlines servicing London
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to London. 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 London. Reviews last updated 5 November 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,RwandAir, andVirgin Atlantic
from South Africa to London. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to London. 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 South Africa to London?
Departing from South Africa to London will take you 13h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5634 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to London one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £151 on Norse Atlantic UK. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Turkish Airlines from £164 and Lufthansa from £196 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from South Africa to London?
The most popular flight routes from South Africa to London are Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow, Cape Town Intl - London Heathrow and Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Gatwick.
What are the most reliable airlines from South Africa to London?
Before booking your flight to London from South Africa, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Scandinavian Airlines (82%), China Eastern (82%), Delta( 82%).
What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to London?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £295. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - London Heathrow) can be booked for £500 on average, our data indicates £1,007 when flying from South Africa to London.
Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to London?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to London 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?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to London (average of £569). Flying from South Africa to London in July is currently the most expensive (average of £705). 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.
Explore flights to London departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 5 November 2026.
Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to London
Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to London. 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 5 November 2026.
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