What’s the top stopover airport for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Kigali (KGL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 28% of one-stop itineraries from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Munich (MUC) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £566.

What’s the fastest stopover option from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 20m.

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

Historically, flights departing at night 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 Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Johannesburg flights?

Over the past year, Scandinavian Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with no flights being classified as delayed.

How often are flights from London to Johannesburg delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between London and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 127 minutes.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 38m.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

For one-way options, check prices for Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £364. Users have also found prices from £373 and £373 on Egyptair and Lufthansa, respectively.

Weekly flight availability from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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

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 Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on time: Scandinavian Airlines (100%), China Eastern (82%), Delta (82%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The most popular airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and RwandAir. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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

London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights have a stopover in Kigali most often. Nairobi is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Amsterdam comes next as the third most popular stopover location for London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights.

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

Flights departing from London Heathrow Airport and landing in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport stopover in Munich least frequently. Lusaka is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Istanbul comes in third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights.

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

Amsterdam travellers tend to visit De Dam, Ziggo Dome, and Melkweg more than any other attractions. De Dam, Ziggo Dome, and Melkweg can be accessed by travelling approximately 7.0 mi, 7.2 mi, and 6.3 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol. Those looking to explore during their layover in Amsterdam can hire a car from Amsterdam Schiphol for about £41 per day.

Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow to OR Tambo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

£363+ Cheap Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to OR Tambo

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One-way from	£363
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	May
Average price	£661
Good round-trip deal	£630 or less
Good one-way deal	£713 or less

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49h 45m total
London to Johannesburg

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21h 30m total
London to Johannesburg

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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 October 2025.

Thu 6/1108:50LHR - JNB

1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways

Mon 17/1109:50JNB - LHR

1 stop28h 15mEtihad Airways

Deal found 20/10£481

Mon 3/1111:05LHR - JNB

2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines

Tue 11/1110:10JNB - LHR

1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 20/10£481

Mon 3/1108:45LHR - JNB

1 stop20h 20mLufthansa

Sun 16/1110:10JNB - LHR

1 stop23h 55mLufthansa

Deal found 19/10£482

Mon 3/1108:50LHR - JNB

1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways

Mon 17/1109:50JNB - LHR

1 stop30h 40mEtihad Airways

Deal found 18/10£483

Sun 2/1108:30LHR - JNB

1 stop23h 00mLufthansa

Thu 27/1110:10JNB - LHR

1 stop14h 45mLufthansa

Deal found 19/10£484

Tue 18/1120:15LHR - JNB

1 stop32h 50mMultiple Airlines

Wed 3/1220:15JNB - LHR

1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 17/10£484

Tue 4/1116:30LHR - JNB

1 stop15h 00mLufthansa

Tue 11/1110:10JNB - LHR

1 stop14h 45mLufthansa

Deal found 20/10£485

Tue 2/1220:15LHR - JNB

1 stop32h 50mLufthansa

Tue 9/1210:10JNB - LHR

2 stops23h 35mLufthansa

Deal found 19/10£486

Thu 6/1108:50LHR - JNB

1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways

Mon 10/1109:50JNB - LHR

1 stop34h 20mEtihad Airways

Deal found 19/10£487

Thu 30/1020:15LHR - JNB

1 stop14h 50mEthiopian Air

Mon 10/1114:30JNB - LHR

1 stop18h 05mEthiopian Air

Deal found 20/10£487

Sun 2/1113:55LHR - JNB

1 stop16h 25mEtihad Airways

Wed 5/1109:50JNB - LHR

1 stop28h 15mEtihad Airways

Deal found 20/10£488

Wed 3/1206:00LHR - JNB

2 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines

Tue 20/110:10JNB - LHR

1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 19/10£489

Best flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Heathrow to OR Tambo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 21 October 2025.

Sun 16/1113:55LHR - JNB

1 stop16h 25mEtihad Airways

Mon 24/1109:50JNB - LHR

1 stop28h 15mEtihad Airways

Deal found 19/10£521

Fri 30/118:40LHR - JNB

1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines

Sun 8/210:10JNB - LHR

1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 18/10£557

Thu 4/1220:15LHR - JNB

1 stop14h 50mEthiopian Air

Thu 11/1214:30JNB - LHR

1 stop18h 05mEthiopian Air

Deal found 20/10£570

Mon 1/1207:00LHR - JNB

2 stops25h 30mSWISS

Sun 21/1223:35JNB - LHR

2 stops21h 05mSWISS

Deal found 18/10£585

Fri 28/1117:45LHR - JNB

1 stop15h 05mTurkish Airlines

Tue 20/119:10JNB - LHR

1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 18/10£622

Wed 26/1119:40LHR - JNB

Nonstop10h 45mVirgin Atlantic

Sun 21/1222:00JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 19/10£650

Wed 28/118:30LHR - JNB

Nonstop11h 05mBritish Airways

Wed 11/219:35JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 20mBritish Airways

Deal found 19/10£661

Fri 28/1108:50LHR - JNB

1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways

Wed 21/109:50JNB - LHR

1 stop30h 40mEtihad Airways

Deal found 18/10£572

Sat 8/1120:15LHR - JNB

1 stop14h 50mEthiopian Air

Sun 1/323:00JNB - LHR

1 stop17h 25mEthiopian Air

Deal found 20/10£588

Wed 3/1214:25LHR - JNB

2 stops18h 05mSWISS

Wed 25/220:15JNB - LHR

2 stops22h 25mSWISS

Deal found 20/10£669

Thu 27/1107:00LHR - JNB

2 stops25h 30mSWISS

Mon 1/1220:15JNB - LHR

2 stops22h 25mSWISS

Deal found 19/10£680

Tue 24/214:25LHR - JNB

2 stops18h 05mSWISS

Thu 26/220:15JNB - LHR

2 stops19h 25mSWISS

Deal found 20/10£680

Direct flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo
Explore direct flight options from Heathrow to OR Tambo based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 21 October 2025.

Sun 2/1116:35LHR - JNB

Nonstop11h 10mVirgin Atlantic

Sun 16/1122:00JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 18/10£594

Thu 30/1019:40LHR - JNB

Nonstop10h 55mVirgin Atlantic

Mon 10/1122:00JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 20/10£595

Mon 3/1119:40LHR - JNB

Nonstop11h 00mVirgin Atlantic

Sun 9/1122:00JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 19/10£601

Sat 1/1119:40LHR - JNB

Nonstop11h 00mVirgin Atlantic

Wed 19/1122:00JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 18/10£608

Sun 2/1116:35LHR - JNB

Nonstop11h 10mVirgin Atlantic

Thu 27/1121:30JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 19/10£615

Sun 2/1116:35LHR - JNB

Nonstop11h 10mVirgin Atlantic

Tue 11/1122:00JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 20/10£616

Mon 3/1119:40LHR - JNB

Nonstop11h 00mVirgin Atlantic

Sun 16/1122:00JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 20/10£618

Fri 31/1019:40LHR - JNB

Nonstop10h 55mVirgin Atlantic

Mon 10/1122:00JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 20/10£619

Thu 13/1118:30LHR - JNB

Nonstop11h 05mBritish Airways

Tue 25/1119:35JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 20mBritish Airways

Deal found 19/10£620

Thu 20/1121:15LHR - JNB

Nonstop11h 10mBritish Airways

Mon 8/1219:35JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 20mBritish Airways

Deal found 20/10£621

Wed 19/1121:15LHR - JNB

Nonstop11h 10mBritish Airways

Mon 1/1219:35JNB - LHR

Nonstop11h 20mBritish Airways

Deal found 18/10£621

Last-minute flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Heathrow to OR Tambo. Data last updated 21 October 2025 and is based on user searches.

Thu 30/1020:15LHR - JNB

1 stop14h 50mEthiopian Air

Mon 10/1114:30JNB - LHR

1 stop18h 05mEthiopian Air

Deal found 20/10£487

Sat 1/1119:30LHR - JNB

1 stop36h 00mMultiple Airlines

Mon 10/1120:15JNB - LHR

1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 19/10£486

Sun 2/1108:30LHR - JNB

1 stop23h 00mLufthansa

Thu 27/1110:10JNB - LHR

1 stop14h 45mLufthansa

Deal found 19/10£484

Sun 2/1113:55LHR - JNB

1 stop16h 25mEtihad Airways

Wed 5/1109:50JNB - LHR

1 stop28h 15mEtihad Airways

Deal found 20/10£488

Mon 3/1111:05LHR - JNB

2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines

Tue 11/1110:10JNB - LHR

1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 20/10£481

Mon 3/1108:45LHR - JNB

1 stop20h 20mLufthansa

Sun 16/1110:10JNB - LHR

1 stop23h 55mLufthansa

Deal found 19/10£482

Mon 3/1108:50LHR - JNB

1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways

Mon 17/1109:50JNB - LHR

1 stop30h 40mEtihad Airways

Deal found 18/10£483

Tue 4/1116:30LHR - JNB

1 stop15h 00mLufthansa

Tue 11/1110:10JNB - LHR

1 stop14h 45mLufthansa

Deal found 20/10£485

Thu 6/1108:50LHR - JNB

1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways

Mon 17/1109:50JNB - LHR

1 stop28h 15mEtihad Airways

Deal found 20/10£481

Thu 6/1108:50LHR - JNB

1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways

Mon 10/1109:50JNB - LHR

1 stop34h 20mEtihad Airways

Deal found 19/10£487

Mon 17/1113:30LHR - JNB

2 stops15h 35mLufthansa

Thu 20/1110:10JNB - LHR

2 stops23h 35mLufthansa

Deal found 19/10£490

Tue 18/1120:15LHR - JNB

1 stop32h 50mMultiple Airlines

Wed 3/1220:15JNB - LHR

1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 17/10£484

One-way flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo
Search for one-way flight options from Heathrow to OR Tambo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 21 October 2025.

Wed 5/1108:50LHR - JNB

1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways

Deal found 20/10£363

Wed 19/1113:55LHR - JNB

1 stop16h 25mEtihad Airways

Deal found 20/10£364

Tue 4/1108:50LHR - JNB

2 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 19/10£366

Wed 5/1121:05LHR - JNB

2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 20/10£367

Fri 14/1113:55LHR - JNB

1 stop16h 25mEtihad Airways

Deal found 20/10£368

Mon 3/1108:50LHR - JNB

1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways

Deal found 20/10£373

Thu 20/1114:00LHR - JNB

1 stop15h 10mEgyptair

Deal found 20/10£373

Sat 1/1118:45LHR - JNB

2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 19/10£374

Wed 3/1211:10LHR - JNB

1 stop17h 55mLufthansa

Deal found 19/10£375

Wed 18/213:30LHR - JNB

2 stops15h 35mLufthansa

Deal found 19/10£376

Thu 6/1107:50LHR - JNB

2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 20/10£376

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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

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Price

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sun 16/11

13:55-08:20

1 stop16h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

09:50-12:05

1 stop28h 15m

£521

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Fri 30/1

18:40-10:30

1 stop13h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

10:10-22:55

1 stop14h 45m

£557

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 4/12

20:15-13:05

1 stop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/12

14:30-06:35

1 stop18h 05m

£570

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Fri 28/11

08:50-08:20

1 stop21h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

09:50-14:30

1 stop30h 40m

£572

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Mon 1/12

07:00-10:30

2 stops25h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/12

23:35-18:40

2 stops21h 05m

£585

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sat 8/11

20:15-13:05

1 stop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

23:00-14:25

1 stop17h 25m

£588

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Fri 28/11

17:45-10:50

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

19:10-16:10

1 stop23h 00m

£622

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 26/11

19:40-08:25

Nonstop10h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/12

22:00-07:20

Nonstop11h 20m

£650

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 28/1

18:30-07:35

Nonstop11h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

19:35-04:55

Nonstop11h 20m

£661

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 3/12

14:25-10:30

2 stops18h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

20:15-16:40

2 stops22h 25m

£669

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to OR Tambo

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

The best time to book flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 54 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £444). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £582). 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?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 32% on airfare.

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, RwandAir, andVirgin Atlantic from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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

1,404 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

KLM

7.7

Good

1,404 reviews

KLM

7.7

Good

1,404 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

RwandAir

7.7

Good

37 reviews

KLM

7.7

Good

1,404 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Virgin Atlantic

7.5

Good

670 reviews

KLM

7.7

Good

1,404 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Kenya Airways

6.8

Okay

284 reviews

KLM

7.7

Good

1,404 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

British Airways

6.7

Okay

7,461 reviews

KLM

7.7

Good

1,404 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
For as low as £570, Etihad Airways can have you in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from London Heathrow Airport in 14h 50m. The distance from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 5634 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from £414. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Egyptair, from £427, and Kenya Airways, from £439. Lufthansa is 38% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £364. Users have also found prices from £373 and £373 on Egyptair and Lufthansa, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
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 Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on time: Scandinavian Airlines (100%), China Eastern (82%), Delta (82%).
What are the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
The cheapest flight price from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is £529. On average you can expect to pay £3,470. The most popular route, (London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo), can usually be booked for £411.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights have a stopover in Kigali most often. Nairobi is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Amsterdam comes next as the third most popular stopover location for London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights.
What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Amsterdam?
Amsterdam travellers tend to visit De Dam, Ziggo Dome, and Melkweg more than any other attractions. De Dam, Ziggo Dome, and Melkweg can be accessed by travelling approximately 7.0 mi, 7.2 mi, and 6.3 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol. Those looking to explore during their layover in Amsterdam can hire a car from Amsterdam Schiphol for about £41 per day.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?
Flights departing from London Heathrow Airport and landing in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport stopover in Munich least frequently. Lusaka is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Istanbul comes in third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights.
Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Heathrow to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo?
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Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £444). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £582). 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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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Lufthansa	Cheapest£414	Average£618	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
Egyptair	Cheapest£427	Average£494	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Egyptair flights
Kenya Airways	Cheapest£439	Average£521	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights
SWISS	Cheapest£443	Average£651	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search SWISS flights
Etihad Airways	Cheapest£458	Average£535	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
KLM	Cheapest£460	Average£628	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Air France	Cheapest£463	Average£643	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
Ethiopian Air	Cheapest£466	Average£726	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
RwandAir	Cheapest£469	Average£551	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search RwandAir flights
Brussels Airlines	Cheapest£477	Average£813	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Brussels Airlines flights

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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from £363

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 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

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

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