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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa from £274

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 3/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — JNB
18 Oct — 25 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Gatwick to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 18 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£413

One-way from

£274

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£580

Good round-trip deal

£410 or less

Good one-way deal

£269 or less
Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 8/11-27/11
  • Nonstop
  • 23h 15m total
  • London to South Africa
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Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 3/11
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 30m total
  • London to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Gatwick to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 September 2025.

Sat 8/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Thu 27/1112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 16/9£413
Sun 2/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Sun 9/1112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 16/9£413
Sat 4/1009:00LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Thu 9/1000:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 17/9£415
Mon 10/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Sat 29/1112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 17/9£417
Wed 12/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Wed 19/1108:45CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 50mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 16/9£420
Sun 5/1009:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Sat 25/1000:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 16/9£421
Sun 5/1009:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Thu 23/1000:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 17/9£421
Tue 11/1117:15LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Tue 25/1112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 16/9£423
Sat 1/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mNorse Atlantic UK
Sat 8/1112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 17/9£424
Sun 2/1120:30LGW - CPT
Nonstop11h 30mA.P.G.
Thu 6/1112:30CPT - LGW
Nonstop11h 45mA.P.G.
Deal found 17/9£427
Sun 28/910:10LGW - JNB
1 stop16h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 5/1014:30JNB - LGW
1 stop16h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/9£488
Mon 1/1210:20LGW - JNB
1 stop15h 35mKenya Airways
Sat 30/501:15JNB - LGW
1 stop30h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/9£489

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LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Fri 28/11

20:30-10:00

Nonstop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/12

12:30-22:15

Nonstop11h 45m

£446

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 28/9

10:10-03:55

1 stop16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/10

14:30-06:20

1 stop16h 50m

£488

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Tue 21/10

10:10-03:55

1 stop16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/11

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

£498

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Tue 10/2

10:00-03:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

£498

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 30/10

10:00-03:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

£500

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Tue 13/1

10:00-03:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/1

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

£516

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 2/11

10:00-03:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/11

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

£516

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Tue 28/10

10:00-03:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/11

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

£517

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 5/10

10:10-13:05

1 stop25h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/10

14:30-06:20

1 stop16h 50m

£536

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Tue 2/12

10:00-03:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

14:30-05:40

1 stop17h 10m

£536

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa (average of £703). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa 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 LGW to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick 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 18 September 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Gatwick to South Africa. Price data was last updated on 14 September 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 18 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,622 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,965 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
862 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Norse Atlantic UK
7.1
Good
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick 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 London Gatwick Airport to South Africa?

    There are many flights that can get you from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa in 11h 30m. Fly via Norse Atlantic UK, Ethiopian Air, or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa is about 5988 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa?

    While some choose either London Gatwick - Cape Town Intl or London Gatwick - Durban King Shaka Intl, London Gatwick - Johannesburg OR Tambo is the most popular route from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa.

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

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

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

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

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa (average of £703). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa 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 Gatwick to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Gatwick 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 18 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest£326Average£758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapest£340Average£542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest£392Average£566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£402Average£570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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A.P.G.Cheapest£407Average£588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£427Average£623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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SWISSCheapest£435Average£765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£454Average£643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£465Average£720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapest£477Average£618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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