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Cheap flights from Leeds to South Africa from £555

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LBA — JNB
26 Jan — 2 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Leeds to South Africa

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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 27 December 2025.

Tue 30/1212:50LBA - JNB
1 stop31h 15mKLM
Thu 29/123:59JNB - LBA
1 stop35h 31mKLM
Deal found 26/12£579
Tue 30/1217:20LBA - JNB
2 stops40h 50mAir France
Thu 29/119:20JNB - LBA
2 stops16h 10mAir France
Deal found 26/12£667
Tue 30/1208:10LBA - JNB
3 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/120:30JNB - LBA
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12£810
Tue 30/1217:20LBA - CPT
2 stops34h 30mAir France
Tue 6/107:55CPT - LBA
2 stops40h 00mAir France
Deal found 24/12£1,011
Tue 30/1217:20LBA - CPT
1 stop26h 35mKLM
Tue 6/107:55CPT - LBA
2 stops27h 35mKLM
Deal found 24/12£1,050
Tue 30/1212:50LBA - CPT
3 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/118:30CPT - LBA
2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12£2,552

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 27 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£555

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£1,212
KLM
  • KLM
  • 22/1-29/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 16m total
  • Leeds to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (£91 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (£32 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LeedsJohannesburg

LBA - JNB

LBAJNB

Leeds/Bradford

Thu 22/1

17:20-22:05

1 stop26h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

23:59-09:30

1 stop35h 31m

£555

LeedsJohannesburg

LBA - JNB

LBAJNB

Leeds/Bradford

Thu 22/1

17:20-12:10

2 stops16h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

19:20-09:30

2 stops16h 10m

£599

LeedsJohannesburg

LBA - JNB

LBAJNB

Leeds/Bradford

Sun 8/2

10:00-22:05

1 stop34h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

23:59-21:55

1 stop23h 56m

£651

LeedsCape Town

LBA - CPT

LBACPT

Leeds/Bradford

Mon 9/2

17:20-05:50

2 stops34h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/2

15:20-16:45

2 stops27h 25m

£676

LeedsJohannesburg

LBA - JNB

LBAJNB

Leeds/Bradford

Sun 8/2

08:00-07:10

2 stops21h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

17:00-16:45

3 stops49h 45m

£702

LeedsJohannesburg

LBA - JNB

LBAJNB

Leeds/Bradford

Thu 22/1

08:45-12:10

3 stops25h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

23:59-21:40

2 stops23h 41m

£714

LeedsJohannesburg

LBA - JNB

LBAJNB

Leeds/Bradford

Sun 8/2

10:00-12:10

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

19:20-16:45

2 stops23h 25m

£714

LeedsCape Town

LBA - CPT

LBACPT

Leeds/Bradford

Mon 9/2

07:55-14:35

3 stops28h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/2

00:30-07:05

3 stops32h 35m

£748

LeedsJohannesburg

LBA - JNB

LBAJNB

Leeds/Bradford

Sat 24/1

10:00-15:50

2 stops27h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

12:05-16:45

2 stops30h 40m

£800

LeedsJohannesburg

LBA - JNB

LBAJNB

Leeds/Bradford

Sun 25/1

10:00-03:55

2 stops39h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

17:00-09:30

2 stops42h 30m

£800

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Best time to book a flight from Leeds to South Africa

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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 £407). Flying from Leeds to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £555). 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 27 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 27 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
1,434 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Overall

7.7

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
1,434 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,434 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Overall

7.7

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
1,337 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,434 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Overall

7.7

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
1,434 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Overall

7.7

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 16h 50m. KLM provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £599. 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 - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Leeds/Bradford - Cape Town Intl 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 £407). Flying from Leeds to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of £555). 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 27 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest£525Average£782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£541Average£582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£574Average£715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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