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Cheap flights from Leeds to South Africa from £346

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 15/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LBA — JNB
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Leeds to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Leeds to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 December 2025.

Sat 6/1212:30LBA - CPT
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1207:55CPT - LBA
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12£636
Wed 3/1206:10LBA - CPT
1 stop13h 45mKLM
Sun 7/1223:45CPT - LBA
1 stop14h 35mKLM
Deal found 1/12£788
Sat 6/1206:10LBA - CPT
1 stop22h 00mKLM
Sat 13/1208:00CPT - LBA
1 stop27h 30mKLM
Deal found 1/12£800
Wed 3/1206:10LBA - CPT
2 stops21h 40mAir France
Sun 7/1207:55CPT - LBA
2 stops34h 50mAir France
Deal found 1/12£836
Wed 31/1210:00LBA - CPT
3 stops25h 35mKenya Airways
Mon 19/114:25CPT - LBA
3 stops28h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 3/12£899
Wed 31/1210:00LBA - CPT
3 stops25h 35mKenya Airways
Thu 22/114:25CPT - LBA
3 stops45h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 3/12£928
Tue 16/1210:05LBA - CPT
2 stops17h 45mKLM
Wed 31/1223:45CPT - LBA
1 stop19h 00mKLM
Deal found 2/12£1,258
Sat 13/1206:10LBA - JNB
1 stop13h 55mKLM
Thu 8/123:59JNB - LBA
1 stop23h 56mKLM
Deal found 4/12£1,362
Tue 16/1212:50LBA - JNB
2 stops21h 20mKLM
Sun 4/123:59JNB - LBA
1 stop35h 31mKLM
Deal found 4/12£1,636
Tue 16/1206:05LBA - JNB
2 stops26h 50mKenya Airways
Sun 4/112:05JNB - LBA
3 stops35h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/12£2,687

Find flight deals from Leeds to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Leeds to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 5 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£624

One-way from

£346

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£1,206
KLM
  • KLM
  • 15/1-30/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 41m total
  • Leeds to South Africa
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15/5
  • 15/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 00m total
  • Leeds to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£72 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£32 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Leeds 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 5 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Leeds to South Africa that are best for you.

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Leeds

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South Africa

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Depart

Return

Price

LeedsJohannesburg

LBA - JNB

LBAJNB

Leeds/Bradford

Thu 15/1

17:20-22:05

1 stop26h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

23:59-21:55

1 stop23h 56m

£624

LeedsJohannesburg

LBA - JNB

LBAJNB

Leeds/Bradford

Sat 17/1

11:15-12:10

2 stops22h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/1

23:59-22:35

2 stops24h 36m

£700

LeedsJohannesburg

LBA - JNB

LBAJNB

Leeds/Bradford

Sat 17/1

06:10-22:05

1 stop13h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/1

23:59-09:30

1 stop35h 31m

£710

LeedsJohannesburg

LBA - JNB

LBAJNB

Leeds/Bradford

Thu 15/1

06:05-15:50

2 stops31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

12:05-21:55

2 stops35h 50m

£717

LeedsJohannesburg

LBA - JNB

LBAJNB

Leeds/Bradford

Sat 10/1

06:05-00:25

3 stops40h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

01:35-21:55

2 stops22h 20m

£771

LeedsCape Town

LBA - CPT

LBACPT

Leeds/Bradford

Sun 5/4

17:25-21:45

2 stops51h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/4

23:45-22:50

2 stops24h 05m

£783

LeedsJohannesburg

LBA - JNB

LBAJNB

Leeds/Bradford

Thu 22/1

06:05-10:55

2 stops26h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

12:05-16:45

2 stops30h 40m

£792

LeedsDurban

LBA - DUR

LBADUR

Leeds/Bradford

Wed 21/1

10:00-10:40

2 stops46h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 25/1

11:15-09:30

2 stops48h 15m

£794

LeedsCape Town

LBA - CPT

LBACPT

Leeds/Bradford

Sun 5/4

07:00-13:25

3 stops29h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/4

13:05-22:00

3 stops33h 55m

£800

LeedsDurban

LBA - DUR

LBADUR

Leeds/Bradford

Sun 18/1

08:00-19:50

3 stops33h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 25/1

16:00-20:00

3 stops30h 00m

£807

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Leeds to South Africa (average of £411). Flying from Leeds to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £563). 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 LBA to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Leeds 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 5 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Leeds to South Africa in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 5 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Leeds to South Africa, such as KLM, Etihad Airways, andKenya Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,329 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
287 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Leeds to South Africa?

    Most people fly from Leeds/Bradford (LBA) if they book a flight from Leeds to South Africa. Leeds/Bradford is conveniently located just 6.5 mi from Leeds’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Leeds to South Africa?

    A quick flight from Leeds to South Africa can take about 26h 45m. KLM provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £624. Leeds and South Africa are separated by a distance of 5805 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Leeds to South Africa?

    Most travelers choose Leeds/Bradford - Cape Town Intl, Leeds/Bradford - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Leeds/Bradford - Durban King Shaka Intl when deciding on the best route from Leeds to South Africa.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Leeds to South Africa (average of £411). Flying from Leeds to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £563). 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 3 airlines flying from Leeds to South Africa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Leeds 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 5 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest£532Average£796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£547Average£589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£581Average£723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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