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Cheap flights from England to South Africa from £289

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 14/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — JNB
7 Jan — 14 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from England to South Africa

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Cheapest flights from England to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from England to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 December 2025.

Wed 10/1211:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 25mBrussels Airlines
Wed 24/1219:45JNB - LHR
2 stops27h 35mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 7/12£493
Wed 10/1211:30LHR - JNB
1 stop20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/1220:15JNB - LHR
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12£496
Sat 6/1213:50LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 15mLufthansa
Tue 9/1210:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 5/12£501
Sun 7/1215:30LHR - JNB
1 stop16h 00mLufthansa
Sun 21/1210:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 5/12£502
Fri 5/1211:10LHR - CPT
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1209:00CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12£503
Mon 8/1206:35LHR - CPT
1 stop23h 05mLufthansa
Mon 15/1209:30CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 5/12£506
Sat 6/1211:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1210:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12£513
Mon 8/1220:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Wed 24/1208:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 6/12£515
Sun 7/1208:45LHR - CPT
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1219:50CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12£526
Sat 6/1213:45LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 45mSWISS
Sun 25/109:25CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 15mSWISS
Deal found 5/12£526
Sat 6/1213:50LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1209:00CPT - LHR
1 stop25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12£529
Mon 8/1220:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Tue 16/1212:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 6/12£532

Find flight deals from England to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for England to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 8 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£458

One-way from

£289

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£881

Good round-trip deal

£354 or less

Good one-way deal

£294 or less
Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 2/5-15/5
  • Nonstop
  • 23h 15m total
  • England to South Africa
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Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 14/3
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 30m total
  • England to South Africa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from England to South Africa 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 8 December 2025.
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LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 4/5

09:00-21:30

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

23:30-10:15

Nonstop11h 45m

£476

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Wed 25/2

18:40-10:30

1 stop13h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

20:15-17:50

1 stop23h 35m

£491

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 25/2

13:50-07:05

1 stop15h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

20:15-08:05

1 stop13h 50m

£493

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 22/2

10:00-03:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

£499

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Thu 26/2

18:15-09:30

1 stop13h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

20:15-12:55

1 stop18h 40m

£521

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Wed 28/1

17:40-10:30

1 stop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

20:15-08:40

1 stop14h 25m

£531

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Mon 26/1

17:45-10:30

1 stop14h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

20:15-08:40

1 stop14h 25m

£532

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Mon 23/3

10:00-13:05

1 stop25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

14:30-06:25

1 stop16h 55m

£536

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 24/2

13:55-08:20

1 stop16h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

09:50-12:05

1 stop28h 15m

£537

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Wed 25/2

17:40-10:30

1 stop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

20:15-08:45

1 stop14h 30m

£537

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Best time to book a flight from England to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from England to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from England to South Africa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from England to South Africa (average of £62). Flying from England to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of £440). 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 ENG to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from England to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from England to South Africa in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 9% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from England to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from England to South Africa. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their England to South Africa flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from England to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from England to South Africa. 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 December 2025.

The most flights from GBENG to ZA0 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).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from England to South Africa. 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 England to South Africa?

    Airlines like Norse Atlantic UK, SWISS, and Ethiopian Air fly from England to South Africa in about 11h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5988 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from England to South Africa one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £176 on Norse Atlantic UK. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Hahn Air from £223 and A.P.G. from £254 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from England to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on England to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from England to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from England to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from England to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from England to South Africa 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 England to South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from England to South Africa (average of £62). Flying from England to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of £440). 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 England to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from England to South Africa. 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 December 2025.
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FlySafairCheapest£45Average£85FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapest£61Average£77FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapest£325Average£861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapest£357Average£551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£377Average£699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£381Average£592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£412Average£808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EgyptairCheapest£422Average£493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£423Average£638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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A.P.G.Cheapest£423Average£591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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