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 20m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, Norse Atlantic UK, or SWISS 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 cheapest airlines to fly from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa one-way?

The cheapest airline one-way is Condor, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £223. However, be on the lookout for offers from Norse Atlantic UK and Turkish Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa for a low price.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa 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 South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, 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 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.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa?

When booking a flight from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa, you may want to consider flying on Ethiopian Air, Emirates or Turkish Airlines as they are the most popular for this route.

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.

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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 £417). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of £970). 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?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa as you normally would.

How often are flights from London to South Africa delayed?

About 29% of weekly flights between London and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 150 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday 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 South Africa flights?

Over the past year, Norse Atlantic Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 29% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa?

The price you pay for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Turkish Airlines, andNorse Atlantic UK 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.

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8.1

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Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

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Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

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10.0

Excellent

Steven,May 2026

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10.0

Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

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10.0

Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

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Condor

6.6

Okay

620 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,682 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

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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 20m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, Norse Atlantic UK, or SWISS 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 cheapest airlines to fly from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Condor, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £223. However, be on the lookout for offers from Norse Atlantic UK and Turkish Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa for a low price.
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?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Gatwick to South Africa.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Gatwick to South Africa?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick 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 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 £417). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of £970). 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

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Condor	Cheapest£307	Average£460	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Condor flights
British Airways	Cheapest£323	Average£675	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
Emirates	Cheapest£331	Average£884	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Norse Atlantic UK	Cheapest£349	Average£501	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Norse Atlantic UK flights
Qatar Airways	Cheapest£388	Average£695	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Kenya Airways	Cheapest£389	Average£591	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	Cheapest£426	Average£563	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
A.P.G.	Cheapest£450	Average£643	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search A.P.G. flights
RwandAir	Cheapest£466	Average£688	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search RwandAir flights
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest£483	Average£697	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights

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How often are flights from London to South Africa delayed?

About 29% of weekly flights between London and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 150 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday 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 South Africa flights?

Over the past year, Norse Atlantic Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 29% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa?

The price you pay for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to South Africa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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