Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from £377

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 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — JNB
2 Sep — 9 Sep1
1 adult

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 Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 28 August 2025.

Round-trip from

£532

One-way from

£377

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£760

Good round-trip deal

£703 or less

Good one-way deal

£671 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 18/1-1/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 25m total
  • London to Johannesburg
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 5/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 50m total
  • London to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£43 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£20 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London Heathrow to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from London Heathrow to Johannesburg OR Tambo.

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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 28 August 2025.

Thu 11/921:00LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 05mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/1022:50JNB - LHR
1 stop19h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/8£532
Wed 27/822:10LHR - JNB
1 stop32h 00mEgyptair
Wed 17/921:45JNB - LHR
1 stop16h 50mEgyptair
Deal found 27/8£534
Tue 2/921:20LHR - JNB
1 stop28h 00mRwandAir
Sat 20/916:50JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 26/8£535
Fri 10/1021:20LHR - JNB
1 stop16h 00mRwandAir
Fri 17/1016:50JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 26/8£535
Mon 24/1111:10LHR - JNB
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1219:45JNB - LHR
2 stops16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8£536
Fri 3/1021:00LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 05mEthiopian Air
Tue 18/1114:30JNB - LHR
1 stop18h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/8£537
Sun 14/906:40LHR - JNB
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/914:30JNB - LHR
2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8£538
Fri 31/1020:30LHR - JNB
1 stop27h 50mRwandAir
Fri 14/1103:10JNB - LHR
1 stop29h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 26/8£538
Wed 5/1120:30LHR - JNB
1 stop27h 50mRwandAir
Wed 26/1116:50JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 26/8£539
Sat 1/1120:20LHR - JNB
1 stop16h 00mRwandAir
Sun 16/1103:10JNB - LHR
1 stop29h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 27/8£541
Sat 25/1015:00LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 10mEgyptair
Fri 14/1121:45JNB - LHR
1 stop16h 50mEgyptair
Deal found 27/8£541

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow to OR Tambo 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 28 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Heathrow

Fly to

OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Fri 3/10

21:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

14:30-06:35

1 stop18h 05m

£537

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sun 5/10

21:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/10

14:30-07:00

1 stop17h 30m

£537

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 30/9

21:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/10

14:30-07:35

1 stop18h 05m

£537

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sun 5/10

21:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/10

14:30-07:35

1 stop18h 05m

£537

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 30/9

21:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/10

14:30-07:00

1 stop17h 30m

£537

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 2/10

21:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/11

14:30-06:35

1 stop18h 05m

£537

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Fri 3/10

21:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/11

14:30-06:35

1 stop18h 05m

£537

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sat 4/10

21:00-13:05

1 stop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

14:30-06:35

1 stop18h 05m

£537

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Fri 12/9

14:45-08:20

1 stop16h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/10

09:50-07:00

1 stop22h 10m

£549

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Mon 15/9

14:45-08:30

1 stop16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/10

09:50-07:00

1 stop22h 10m

£549

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.

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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £703). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,090). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 August 2025.

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 33% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Heathrow to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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 insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 28 August 2025.
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.

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    For as low as £537, Ethiopian Air can have you in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from London Heathrow Airport in 15h 05m. The distance from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 5634 mi.

  • 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 £424. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lufthansa, from £436, and Kenya Airways, from £437. Egyptair is 36% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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: Delta (88%), China Eastern (75%), WestJet (75%).

  • 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 £635. On average you can expect to pay £3,642. The most popular route, (London Heathrow - Johannesburg OR Tambo), can usually be booked for £381.

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

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    Amsterdam travellers tend to visit De Dam, Melkweg, and Ziggo Dome more than any other attractions. De Dam, Melkweg, and Ziggo Dome can be accessed by travelling approximately 7.0 mi, 6.3 mi, and 7.2 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol. Those looking to explore during their layover in Amsterdam can hire a car from Amsterdam Schiphol for about £37 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for 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.

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    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.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £703). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,090). 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 Heathrow to OR Tambo

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EgyptairCheapest£424Average£488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest£436Average£633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£437Average£527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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SWISSCheapest£442Average£636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£451Average£533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£458Average£743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapest£459Average£542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest£459Average£639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£461Average£640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapest£475Average£810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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